Will Guthrie presents an in-depth workshop exploring polyrhythmic and polymetric techniques in contemporary percussion. Drawing on his collaborations with Mark Simmonds and Mark Fell, as well as influences from Gamelan traditions and Carnatic rhythmic systems, Guthrie will guide participants through complex rhythmic concepts in both theory and practice. This session is ideal for drummers, electronic musicians, and rhythmically curious artists interested in pushing time beyond the grid.
The Nantes-based Australian drummer Will Guthrie’s drum solos are unbelievable in their combination of head-nodding rhythmic intensity, hardcore physicality and unashamed virtuosity. At the same time as being full-on workouts they are thrillingly nuanced and driven by a synthesis of influences as diverse as chopped & screwed hip hop, rhythmic avant-jazz, noise, gamelan, and Carnatic music. Regardless of any heady reference points the sheer energy of this music makes it wildly fun.
Will has released on Black Truffle Records, Erstwhile, Editions Mego and many others, played with legends from Mark Simmonds and Roscoe Mitchell to Richard Dawson, Oren Ambarchi and Mark Fell, and founded Naarm’s celebrated institution, the Make It Up Club. After some knock-out sets more than a decade ago in Boorloo under Tura’s stewardship, we are thrilled to bring Will back to the west coast.
