Pete Cater

Pete Cater

Independent

Hard to believe but I've been playing drums for 54 years. Originally inspired by my Dad's records, my first drum heroes were Joe Morello and Buddy Rich. I'm lucky to have lived through a time when such giants were still among us and I preserve those traditions of playing but with a modern twist. Self taught, I continue to break new ground constantly. My 2018 DVD, 'Pete Cater: On Drums' has enabled me to spread the word internationally. I lead a big band as well as smaller band. I'm a regular on UK drum shows, clinics, and teach privately.

Pete Cater'S SETUP:

  1. 14" Avedis hihats
  2. 18" Avedis Crash Ride
  3. 22" Kerope Medium

* May be prototype

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  • WHAT INSPIRES YOU?

    Every day I'm looking for new and better ways to approach the instrument, be it from a musical, creative or technical standpoint. I'm lucky to get to play great music with great people and am constantly on the lookout for new creative opportunities.

  • WORDS OF WISDOM FOR THE NEXT GENERATION OF DRUMMERS

    Never forget your first inspiration. What got you fired up about drums in the first place. Formative influences are profound and shape our trajectory as musicians. Wherever your career takes you, never lose sight of what makes drumming special for you.

  • FAVORITE ZILDJIAN CYMBAL/COMBO

    My K Constantinople 20" medium ride

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