Jul 22, 2026 12:37 PM
In Memoriam: Rodney Holmes, 1966–2026
Drummer Rodney Holmes, a powerful presence behind the kit who emerged as an in-demand player on the New York scene…
Founder and artistic director Irvin Mayfield isleading the New Orleans Jazz Orchestra on a national tour. They perform and present educational programs that draw upon the musical and cultural traditions of New Orleans.
Upcoming shows:
11/06 Idaho State University: Pocatello, Idaho
11/07/2007 Cache valley Center: Ellen Eccles Theater, Logan, UT
11/07/2007 Utah State University: Logan, UT
11/08/2007 Cache Valley Center: Ellen Eccles Theater, Logan, UT
11/09/2007 University of Utah: Kingsbury Hall
For more info on the tour: thenojo.com
A drummer’s drummer, Rodney Holmes gigged with everyone from Joe Zawinul and Carlos Santana to Steve Kimock and the Brecker Brothers.
Jul 22, 2026 12:37 PM
Drummer Rodney Holmes, a powerful presence behind the kit who emerged as an in-demand player on the New York scene…
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