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Drummer/percussionist Greg C. Holloway is a native of Washington,
D.C. where he received an undergraduate degree in Music Education and
Percussion Performance from Howard University (1980). He also participated in
the Jazz Studies summer program at Eastman School of Music. Greg later pursued
Masters in Education with an emphasis in Jazz Drumming/Percussion Methodology
and Masters in Science (Counseling Psychology) from University of LaVerne in
Southern California.
Greg has returned to
the Metropolitan area after completing a career in various prestigious Air
Force Field Bands. While in the Air Force, Greg advanced to percussion section
leader, Musical Director and leader of Jazz Ensembles, Rock Bands and various
trios. These groups have backed major performers that appeared on national
television and radio shows. Before transitioning to the civilian sector, Greg
was instrumental in developing the percussion-training standard for Air Force
Field Band Percussion and produced the CD "Midnight Sun" which features
Ellington alumnus Freda Payne.
As a civilian, Greg has
performed with Freda Payne, Carl Fontanna, Rob McConnell, Chuck Israel, Jim
Pugh, Gene Bertincinni, Maguire Sisters, Blackstone the Magician, Sheri Lewis,
Bruce Conti, Rich Little. He has also played various shows in Palm Springs and
served as Tympanist with the Anchorage Symphony 1995 season. His latest
recording is "Play Therapy" on G-Bop label. His professional endorsement is
currently with REMO drumheads.
Greg is currently
performing at various venues in the Metro area. Greg is also available for
lessons "Pyramid Percussion Studio" and performances. Tel/Fax: (301) 583-7800.
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