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"Snide Remarks" by Bill Stewart

I transcribed this one for Modern Drummer back in '98.

Bill Stewart's drum solo from the title track of his album Snide Remarks.

  • Bill Stewart on Drums
  • Larry Grenadier on Bass
  • Eddie Henderson on Trumpet
  • Joe Lovano on Tenor Sax
  • Bill Carrothers on Piano

Also check out the opening riff he does at the top of the tune. I never transcribe it but wished I had.

Hit the blue Download button below to get the music and recording, print it out, and work it up.

Solo starts around 03:48.

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