Beat 2007 Saturday 23rd June 07 Crucible Theatre Sheffield

The Beat 2007 was an afternoon to remember with drummers coming from all over the U.K. to the world famous Crucible Theatre in Sheffield. The Concord drum and bugle corps spectacular performance opened Toni Cannelli’s event, celebrating 20 years of Drummers Alliance. The Beat 2007 young drummer competition showcased 25 finalists who were chosen from over 300 entries. The competition attracted the very best undiscovered drummers from all over the U.K. who all demonstrated an exceptionally high standard of playing.

The Beat 2007 winner of the 13-17yrs category is 15 year old Josh Devine from Market Harborough in Leicestershire. Leo Crabtree from Tama presented the amazing first prize – an Iron Cobra pedal.
The Beat 2007winner of the 8-12yrs category is 10 year old Nathanael Marrett from Sheffield who won the fantastic set of Sabian AAX cymbals.

Our special guest Pete Ray Biggin, the winner of the Beat 1993 competition is a true inspiration to all the young drummers out there.  He is now one of the UK’s top session drummers and playing with famous artists like Amy Winehouse and Mark Ronson. Pete finished the afternoon with a stunning solo and demonstration including an informative talk on using a click track. Pete’s playing is truly awesome and the audience went home truly motivated.

Picture From left to right:
Toni Cannelli, Josh Devine, Leo Crabtree,
Pete Ray Biggin.