PAISTE DOCUMENTARY FILM
Pierre Favre – in 80 Jahren um die Welt
On June 2nd Paiste Artist Pierre Favre celebrated his 80th birthday. Favre is not only one of Switzerland’s most influencing percussionists, but also headed the Paiste Drummer Service from 1966 to 1970.
PAISTE DOCUMENTARY FILM
Pierre Favre – in 80 Jahren um die Welt
On June 2nd Paiste Artist Pierre Favre celebrated his 80th birthday. Favre is not only one of Switzerland’s most influencing percussionists, but also headed the Paiste Drummer Service from 1966 to 1970.
At the age of 19 Pierre became percussionist and drummer of the Basel Radio Orchestra. He later freelanced in Paris and Rome, recorded and performed with many artists such as George Gruntz, Chet Baker, Bud Powell and Lou Bennett.
At the Paiste Factory he tested cymbals and connected with international drummers to introduce them to the Paiste sound. Thus, he installed and headed the Paiste Drummer Service.
From 1970 Pierre Favre focused more and more on solo drumming and drum ensembles (in particular with Fredy Studer), still performing and recording with various well-known jazz artists.
Alexis Amitrigala (Editor of SRF Music & Events) pays homage to Pierre Favre’s career and oeuvre with his documentary film „Pierre Favre – in 80 Jahren um die Welt“ produced by Swiss television SRF.
“Drummers are always smiling/happy. I wonder if they smile (are happy) because they are drummers or are drummers because they are happy.” Pierre Favre
