Jim White Pt. 4: Now He Beats The Drum

In part-four of our interview Jim took the time to talk to me about teaching, Jeff Hamilton, and undergoing cancer treatment. If you haven’t already be sure to check out part-one, part-two, and part-three. You can visit Jim online at http://www.jimwhitemusic.com/. ––– DO: So when you got the teaching gig at The University of Northern Colorado, you’re still […]

Jim White Pt. 3: Hittin’ It

In part-three of our interview Jim took the time to tell me about leaving Maynard Ferguson’s band, New York, and why he decided to leave New York for Nashville. If you haven’t already be sure to check out part-one and part-two. Be sure to visit Jim online at http://www.jimwhitemusic.com/. — David Ochoa: So after North Texas and Maynard did […]

Jim White Pt. 2: In The Tradition

In part-two of our interview Jim took the time to tell me about going to the University of North Texas, playing with the One O’Clock, and transitioning out of school to play with Maynard Ferguson. If you haven’t read part-one you can check it out here. Be sure to visit Jim online at http://www.jimwhitemusic.com/. — David Ochoa: […]

Jim White Pt. 1: In The Beginning

Whenever people ask me about my time at the University of Northern Colorado I inevitably end up telling them about Jim White. After hearing about all the things he’s done Jim was gracious enough to sit down with me at the beginning of the summer to discuss his career, playing, and what he’s learned along […]

The View From The Back Of The Band

When I first arrived at The University of Northern Colorado drummer Chris Smith was my combo director. At the time, he was taking over teaching duties for Jim White who was on sabbatical and, as I quickly discovered, Chris was (and still is) an amazing drummer and an even better person. More recently, I got […]