Taru Alexander
Brooklyn Drum Titan
A powerhouse drummer and torchbearer of the hard-bop tradition, Taru Alexander delivers explosive energy with a rich familial jazz pedigree.
hard boppost-bopcontemporary jazz
About
Born in Brooklyn to legendary saxophonist Roland Alexander, Taru began his professional career at age 13 and later toured for a decade with vocalist Abbey Lincoln. He is a central figure in the New York jazz scene, known for his leadership of the Taru Alexander Quartet and his extensive work as a sideman for hard-bop luminaries.
Music Style
His style is rooted in the high-energy, swing-heavy traditions of hard bop, characterized by polyrhythmic depth and a commanding presence behind the kit.
Background
- Hometown
- Brooklyn, New York, USA
- Education
- Manhattan School of Music
- Instruments
- drums
- Active
- 1980s-present
Similar Artists
If you like Art Blakey or Elvin Jones, you'll love Taru Alexander.
Art Blakey
Both share a powerful, driving approach to the drums and a commitment to the hard-bop aesthetic.
90%
Elvin Jones
Alexander exhibits similar polyrhythmic intensity and a deep, resonant touch on the kit.
80%
Notable Collaborations
Abbey LincolnRoland AlexanderRoy HargroveRodney KendrickCarlos Garnett
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