The Drummers of Frank Zappa Roundtable Discussion and Performance

The Drummers of Frank Zappa Roundtable Discussion and Performance

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The Drummers of Frank Zappa Roundtable Discussion and Performance

2010

2h 20m

4.8(2 votes)

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Overview

This DVD features performances and interviews with some of the best drummers to ever work with Frank Zappa: Terry Bozzio, Chester Thompson, Chad Wackerman, Ruth Underwood, and Ralph Humphrey.

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Terry Bozzio

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Terry Bozzio

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Chester Thompson

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Chester Thompson

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Chad Wackerman

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Chad Wackerman

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Ruth Underwood

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Ralph Humphrey

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Ralph Humphrey

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