Dick Bauman Big Band joined by John JR Robinson

Legendary drummer John JR Robinson will be visiting friends in Iowa and will attend the Dick Bauman Big Band performance at the Pearson Lakes Art Center in Okoboji Monday, August 17. JR is one of the most recorded drummers in the world, is a Grammy award winner, and is a member of the Iowa Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. John is originally from Creston, Iowa, and was a student of Dick Bauman. John went on to study at the Berklee College of Music in Boston.

From John’s website:
“World-renowned, Grammy winning musician, John JR Robinson is the drummer to the soundtrack of our lives. Having played on recordings that have sold well over 500 million copies and currently streamed well into the trillions, JR’s grooves are featured on many legendary hits with artists Michael Jackson, Lady Gaga, Daft Punk, Madonna, Steve Winwood, Rufus & Chaka Khan, Lionel Richie, The Pointer Sisters, Quincy Jones, George Benson, Barbra Streisand and many more. When JR is not in the studio, he performs with his own groups and tours with various artists. JR’s talents also extend into drumming masterclasses, motivational speaking and writing. JR’s autobiography King of the Groove-The John JR Robinson Story is now available at amazon.com. “

John will perform a set with the Dick Bauman Big Band Monday evening, August 17. The Dick Bauman Big Band performs every Monday night throughout the summer, 7-9 pm, at the Pearson Lakes Art Center in Okoboji. Admission is $10 per person.