James “JD” Donaldson

I am a programmer and arranger that performs Gospel, Hip-Hop/Rap, R&B, Urban Latin and Afrobeat music. I have experience in the Orchestral setting too so I can also read music.

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I have been playing drums since I was a kid. Watching my Dad, Chris Donaldson, growing up playing drums gave me the burning motivation to play. I graduated from Oakland University in Music Performance with a Masters in Music Education. I’ve got to be mentored by Detroit drumming greats Nate Winn and Eric “Rain Man” Gatson. My goal is to play genres I’ve never thought of playing. I play for the Toronto Latin artists Tatyana D’voce, Najove, and MC Sulek. If you need a drummer, give me a call!

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Music Styles:   Gospel, R&B, Hip-Hop, Rap, Jazz, Urban Latin, Afrobeat

Event Types:   Sessions, Concerts, Corporate, Church and Gospel, Festivals, Weddings, Receptions, Dinner Parties.