Drummer and Percussionist David Whitman provides an elegant piano trio experience from a diverse body of brilliant swinging compositions and arrangements. A winner of the 2018 Independent Music Award for ***Best Instrumental Jazz Album*** (and nominated for Best Producer) at the Lincoln Center, David is a Ropeadope Records Recording Artist who brings a passion and deep respect for the music to the stage wherever and whenever he performs.Critics say “His spirit echoes the playing of Art Blakey,” and “his goal of capturing the high standards of … prestigious jazz labels is dazzlingly achieved,” with playing that is hailed as “swinging,” “mesmerizing,” and “invigorating,” with “mesmerizing brushwork,” “youthful exuberance,” and “deft technical skill.”  David Whitman, in addition to being an accomplished jazz musician of the highest calibre, is also an active symphonic percussionist. His sensitivity as a percussionist and depth of musicianship bring a refined sense of elegance and style to his jazz approach. David Whitman, Dr. David Whitman, also serves students as a faculty member at San Diego State University.  As a jazz musician and percussionist, Dr. David Whitman has performed or recorded with Francisco Torres, Jared Gold, Andrew Neesley, Johnny Mathis, Geoffrey Keezer, John Raymond, Tom Luer, Fred Mills, Roger Nierenburg, the San Diego Symphony Orchestra, Jesus on the Mainline, The Who, Weird Al Yankovic, and so many more, in addition to three full length records as leader at Capitol Studios. In 2019, David Whitman was awarded The President’s Award from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire for success in his chosen field of music---the most distinguished honor the university can bestow on an alumni.  For elegant swing, that is sophisticated, refined, spontaneous, and true, look no further. David’s music will provide the perfect foreground to your evening.