Jim Chapin
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James "Jim" Forbes Chapin (1919 - July 4, 2009) is an American drummer. Jim and Elspeth are the parents of Harry Chapin. Jim is an accomplished drummer who performed and taught while well into his 80's. Jim played with many big bands including Tommy Dorsey. He also has written books and created instructional videos on drumming.
In his later years he was see at the Chapin Family music weekends in the summer at Ovens Park. Jim also performed at The Chapin Family concerts.
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Credits (with Harry Chapin)
Partial List of Other Credits
Music Albums
- Wipe Out - Music Minus One Drummer
- Fun with Drum Sticks (Vinyl)
- Sticks in your Mind (Vinyl) - Music Minus One Drummer
Instructional Music Books
- Advanced Techniques for the Modern Drummer (1969) - spiral bound, 51 pages
- Advanced Techniques for the Modern Drummer (1971) Volume 2 - Notebook Binder.
Instructional Videos
- Jim Chapin - Speed, Power, Control, and Endurance. Release date: Jul 30, 1992
