Virgil Donati: Modern Drummer Days 1997 - PART I

Virgil Donati: Modern Drummer Days 1997 - PART I - ...more Videos here at DRUMMERWORLD: Virgil was born and raised in Melbourne Australia. From the time he could barely utter a word, he keenly observed the regular band rehearsals his father held in the house. Virgil’s interest in music and instinct for rhythm had been apparent to his parents for some time. They began considering a musical path for him, and one month prior to turning 3, he found himself sitting behind his first real drumset. Joining his first rock band and signing with his first major label at age 15 was surely the right choice for the young drummer. The band was called `Taste’. This was to give Virgil his early experiences in the studio, with three releases by the band. The relentless touring also allowed him to cultivate and improve his skills where it counts – on stage. At the age of 16, Virgil turned pro to enable him to tour and focus on music, and has since devoted his whole life and