Scott Neumann - Teacher and Performer

Biography

A Bartlesville Oklahoma native, Scott began playing drums professionally at age 13. His first major work was with The Woody Herman Orchestra, which he joined in 1988. Since moving to NYC, he has established himself as one of New York’s most creative and versatile drummers.

Scott currently leads and composes for his own band Osage County. The band’s critically acclaimed members include David Berkman,

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Sam Newsome and Don Falzone. The band recently released a debut self titled CD and the band is currently performing throughout the NorthEast.

Scott's Jazz credits include touring with Anthony Cox, Makoto Ozone and Brother Jack McDuff. While in New York City, Scott has worked with Grady Tate, Chris Potter, Joshua Redman and Kenny Barron. "Downtown" musical associations include collaborations with Steven Bernstein and The Jazz Composers Collective (Ben Allison and Michael Blake). Large Ensemble performances include the Grammy nominated Vanguard Jazz Orchestra and Maria Schneider Orchestra. Scott has played on over 25 albums and has recorded with artists including Kenny Werner, David Liebman, Eddie Gomez and Claudio Roditi.