Yes folks,
You read that correctly...

This all started out as Bong shooting his mouth off about a little gathering for DML members and now it has turned into an international event with Top name talent performing and doing clinics.

On Saturday June 28 Jason Bittner will be doing a Clinic/Master class at the event, and that evening we have the Regi Hendrix concert with Greg Howe as our special guest!

This event is going to be off the hook!

On the 29th we get casual and hang out with some more intimate clinics. It's going to be a blast!

So, here's the question to all of you regulars on DML....

What's it gonna take to get you to come to the event? If you're not planning on being there, why not?

Let's make this HAPPEN!








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I know others can make it to this. I don't think some of the people here understand how big this is. If there is even a glimmer of hope you guys can make it to this event I would. I would beg, borrow, and plead to get here. Zen and Bong are putting on a huge party, and with the talent that's going to be there, this is not only your chance to meet them, but to play with them. You don't get opportunities like this EVER!








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I think I just might be able to go, I need to be working every single day afterschool until though But its worth it.








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I am SO friggin' there man. I'm stoked beyond the limits.

Homki890

Question: How are the special DML V.I.P. passes coming?








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I'll put it to you like this if you think driving will cost alot, it will, so FLY! I got round trip tickets flying into Rochester for $193.00 I couldn't have driven that cheap right now if my nuts depended on it. Come on guys! Man up! P.O.Y!








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Tama and Medicine Man Drums, Zildjian, Remo, Roc-n-Soc, DW and Pro-mark.

Anyone from the Uk thinking of going, I'm definitely in, so we could fly out together!








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See, here's the thing...

I know there are a lot of young folks on this forum. I also think that a lot of you are saying you can't make it, because you don't have the ability to drive or fly on your own.

I'd like to suggest an alternative for those of you that fit into this category!

Ask your parents if they would entertain the thought of bringing you to this event. Let them know that this is a rare opportunity for you to pursue something that is important to you. Your parent or parents are certainly allowed to be our guests at this event.

I think you will find that many of your parents would be willing to support you in this if at all possible. If you're like most young people that are playing the drums, your parents have already made a significant investment in your drumming endeavors, and they would probably be willing to increase that investment towards an educational pursuit such as this one.

So please, take a moment and ask your folks if they would be willing to support you in this.

This is not going to be a drunken party, even though many people have mentioned blowing off some steam. That's not the point of this event. This is about drummers getting together to advance their skills, and networking opportunities.

I think your folks would be happy to help!








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Don't forget Amtrack and Greyhound as means to get there too

Im heading over to the states for a conference about a month after the DRT! Talk about bad timing.








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Sonor
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Evans
Vic Firth
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I'm still mulling it around. My wife has insisted that I go so there's still the possibility.








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Timekeep69 wrote:

I'm still mulling it around. My wife has insisted that I go so there's still the possibility.

PJ..If She insists'..Come on man! Pick a song to play (with some great musicians), come out and have a great time, promote product and meet some of the guys that you have made drums for and friends with! Win, Win situation! P.O.Y!








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It's so important to make best friends in life!

Tama and Medicine Man Drums, Zildjian, Remo, Roc-n-Soc, DW and Pro-mark.

I think you've talked me in to it!!!








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stump wrote:

Timekeep69 wrote:

I'm still mulling it around. My wife has insisted that I go so there's still the possibility.

PJ..If She insists'..Come on man! Pick a song to play (with some great musicians), come out and have a great time, promote product and meet some of the guys that you have made drums for and friends with! Win, Win situation! P.O.Y!

+1 man I really would like you to come out too. All these guys you've worked with, including me. It'll be good for you.








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My slight case of agoraphobia is holding me back.

Hack_and_Slash wrote:

My slight case of agoraphobia is holding me back.

That's a bummer, and I'm not going to make light of your condition. All I can say is, we're all friends here and we will ALL do everything possible to make this a great experience for you! If things get rough, I'll make sure there's a place you can escape to, and we'll have a plan in place to get you to it quickly in the event you feel the need.

If you cannot make it, we'll understand, but realize we're willing to work with you to make the most of this. You tell us what you need, we'll make every effort to make it happen!








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Timekeep69 wrote:

I'm still mulling it around. My wife has insisted that I go so there's still the possibility.

You're building a business, and you need face time with your customers and potential clients. You have the opportunity (I think) to hand deliver the drums on Bong's dime, (more or less).

I really think this is an opportunity that you won't want to miss! We'll set you up with some vendor space, bring everything you want to sell, even odd parts and such, who know's... with all the locals that will be attending for the swap meet, you could quite possibly improve your financial situation. It would be a real shame to miss that opportunity.








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I want to go so bad, about a 2 and a half hour drive for me from the island. I got a PL meet that day with my dad so its a maybe. im DYING to go.








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Awww Yeah! I'm there, with bells on baby! (maybe nothing else...wait...there's gonna be kids there...nevermind. )








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Tama, Saluda, Evans, Pro-Mark/Vic Firth/Silverfox

Manzo wrote:

I want to go so bad, about a 2 and a half hour drive for me from the island. I got a PL meet that day with my dad so its a maybe. im DYING to go.

Nobody knows where Rochester is!

For the record, it's about a 6 1/2 hour drive from long Island. Lots of folks are driving 14-20 hours








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If anyone has a chance to see Jason, you should do so. He's a great player and a great guy! For that matter, you should go see every clinic you possibly can!










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Groove wrote:

If anyone has a chance to see Jason, you should do so. He's a great player and a great guy! For that matter, you should go see every clinic you possibly can!

He is by all accounts everything you mentioned, which is why this is such a great opportunity. Are you planning on being there?








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Prob not - too busy running a business.








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We run a business as well, but this one is just to big to miss. I would consider it if you have the chance.








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DrumsPlus wrote:

We run a business as well, but this one is just to big to miss. I would consider it if you have the chance.

+ 1000!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!








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DrumsPlus wrote:

stump wrote:

Timekeep69 wrote:

I'm still mulling it around. My wife has insisted that I go so there's still the possibility.

PJ..If She insists'..Come on man! Pick a song to play (with some great musicians), come out and have a great time, promote product and meet some of the guys that you have made drums for and friends with! Win, Win situation! P.O.Y!

+1 man I really would like you to come out too. All these guys you've worked with, including me. It'll be good for you.

And i'd love to take delivery of my new snare from the man who crafted it!








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Rob Crisp wrote:

DrumsPlus wrote:

stump wrote:

Timekeep69 wrote:

I'm still mulling it around. My wife has insisted that I go so there's still the possibility.

PJ..If She insists'..Come on man! Pick a song to play (with some great musicians), come out and have a great time, promote product and meet some of the guys that you have made drums for and friends with! Win, Win situation! P.O.Y!

+1 man I really would like you to come out too. All these guys you've worked with, including me. It'll be good for you.

And i'd love to take delivery of my new snare from the man who crafted it!

PJ, there seems to be a lot of guys out there supporting you. I hope you can make it.








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Things are looking positive lately. Zen, I couldn't agree with you more and I fully realize it. I just had a few things come up that may help me attend.








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DML Special: 20% off all drums.

Two wrongs don't make a right, but three rights do make a left!

Timekeep69 wrote:

Things are looking positive lately. Zen, I couldn't agree with you more and I fully realize it. I just had a few things come up that may help me attend.

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