Welcome to the official YouTube channel of Joe McCarthy, Latin Grammy® Award-winning drummer, percussionist, bandleader, producer, and educator. Joe is the founder and leader of the New York Afro Bop Alliance Big Band, winner of the Latin Grammy® for Latin Jazz Album of the Year and a multi-time Grammy® nominee. Here you’ll find music and performance videos, promotional releases, and educational content focused on Afro-Cuban drumming, big band jazz, drum set technique, and professional musician development.
Joe’s career spans symphony, bebop, big band, Afro-Cuban, and theater. He has presented clinics and masterclasses at major events, including PASIC and JEN, covering performance, music business, and career growth. He is the author of the acclaimed Afro-Cuban Big Band Play-Along Series and creator of the BASIC Training drum system. Subscribe for performances, lessons, masterclasses, and behind-the-scenes content. Never miss a beat.
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