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Born in Ithaca, New York Karl has spent the majority of his life in the Syracuse, NY area. Having grown up in a musical household, it was a natural thing for Karl to take to music and drums, in particular. Both of Karl's parents attended the Ithaca College School of Music. Karl's father, Bob Sterling is a drummer, composer/arranger, and leader of several successful bands in the Central New York area for many years. His mother, Helen majored in vocal studies at Ithaca College and is also a talented pianist. It was in 1970 when Karl was 9 years old that he first saw legendary drummer BuddyRich. At that very point he KNEW the drums were his instrument and started seriously studying and practicing. His first teacher was his father and after 4 years, at the age of 13, he started playing gigs with his dad's band. Karl also met and became friends with drummer Peter Erskine in 1972 at age 11. Peter had just graduated from high school and was on his first tour with the Stan Kenton Band. Karl and Peter have stayed in touch ever since.
Karl attended Onondaga Community College for 2 years majoring in music and studying percussion with John Barker. Karl has also studied drums with Danny D'Imperio, Joe Morello, Mike Melito, Wilby Fletcher, Mick Lewander, and Peter Erskine.
Over the years, Karl has had the good fortune to play with many wonderful musicians and bands in the Syracuse, Rochester, and New York City area's including; Ronnie Leigh, Nancy Kelly, Dino Losito, Jeff Palmer, Devin Garramone, Andy Calabrese, Rick Montalbano, Ron France, Bob DiBaudo, John Rohde, Mark Copani, Larry Arlotta, Mala Waldron, Steve Salerno, Miriam Sullivan, Classified, Eye Level, Moss, Prime Time, Seaflight, Diamond in the Rough, Dave Hanlon's Cookbook, John Puma, and many others.
Also an avid bicyclist, two summers ago Karl and his son, Nick bicycled over 1,700 miles in 14 days to raise money for the Children's Miracle Network. Check out the cool video of their arrival in Dallas along with trip photos below. You can also check out the trip site at: bicyclingforlife.org.
Arrival Video of Bike Ride from Syracuse, NY to Dallas, TX July, 2005
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2008 BUDDY RICH MEMORIAL CONCERT ANNOUNCED!
Posted on July 23, 2008 at 1:58am 0 Comments 0 Likes
Celebration of Life for Ronnie Mathews: Monday - 6/23/2008 @ Sweet Rhythm Jazz Club in NYC
Posted on June 23, 2008 at 12:43am 0 Comments 0 Likes
Monday, June 23 - beginning at 7pm
Sweet Rhythm
88 7th Ave S
New York, NY 10014
(212) 255-3626
On Monday, June 23 there will be a "A Celebration of Life for Ronnie Mathews" for the great jazz pianist Ronnie Mathews at Sweet Rhythm Jazz Club in NYC at 88 7th Avenue South. Doors open at 7:00 P.M. and jazz music will be played throughout the night until the last musician is finished celebrating his legacy. .
Ronnie Mathews is suffering in the last stages… Continue
Sweet Rhythm
88 7th Ave S
New York, NY 10014
(212) 255-3626
On Monday, June 23 there will be a "A Celebration of Life for Ronnie Mathews" for the great jazz pianist Ronnie Mathews at Sweet Rhythm Jazz Club in NYC at 88 7th Avenue South. Doors open at 7:00 P.M. and jazz music will be played throughout the night until the last musician is finished celebrating his legacy. .
Ronnie Mathews is suffering in the last stages… Continue
Hartwick College Summer Festival Jazz Director Needed (Oneonta, NY)
Posted on June 13, 2008 at 5:51pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
I just got word from my friend, Rob Hunt, that Hartwick College in Oneonta, NY is still looking for a Summer Festival Jazz Director. This could be an opportunity to make some money and have some fun for two weeks this summer. Summer Festival director Dr. Diane Paige will be reviewing applications for this position, and can describe the gig.
Her email is: paiged@hartwick.edu
Her phone is: 607-431-4585
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Her email is: paiged@hartwick.edu
Her phone is: 607-431-4585
Here are the basics:
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NEED A DRUMMER?
Posted on May 29, 2008 at 4:47am 0 Comments 0 Likes
Am I stooping too low in posting a blog about this? I had two gigs fall through (June 13th and June 14th). If anyone needs a drummer for either of those dates, I'm available!
karlvsterling@yahoo.com
Thanks.................
karlvsterling@yahoo.com
Thanks.................
Empire State AIDS Bicycle Ride!
Posted on May 9, 2008 at 5:14am 0 Comments 0 Likes
On August 10, 2008, I will begin a seven day, 560-mile fundraising bicycle ride from Niagara Falls, NY to Robert Wagner Park in lower Manhattan to benefit Aids Community Resources. We will leave Niagara Falls at 8 a.m. on Sunday, Aug. 10th and arrive in Manhattan at 4 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 16th for a closing ceremony overlooking the Statue of Liberty.
Aids Community Resources (ACR) is a wonderful, not-for-profit, community-based organization providing prevention, education, and… Continue
Aids Community Resources (ACR) is a wonderful, not-for-profit, community-based organization providing prevention, education, and… Continue
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So good to see you also here!
All the best my friend!
Kisses,
May
Great to see you here, and thanks for the request. Love the pics and the tunes. Thanks for sharing these, and look forward to future talks!
Take Care,
Richy Muckle
On Saturday, May 3rd, I'll be running in the 2nd annual "Walk for Wishes" in memory of Tiffany Heitkamp, daughter of good friends, Ron and Mary Jo France. Tiffany lost her life in July of 2006 in a tragic boating accident.
Tiffany had an insatiable love for children and passion for life. She believed in living life to the fullest each day. The Make-A-Wish Foundation® of Central New York is proud to honor Tiffany’s life and legacy by naming the Walk for Wishes in her memory.
I've always felt awkward asking for donations, but I got thinking if each of my JAZZ NETWORK friends donate JUST ONE DOLLAR, we can make a significant difference in lives of many children . Please take a step by helping me reach my personal fund-raising goal by visiting:
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Thanks so much!
Karl Sterling
Thank you so much for joining us. Here you can share your talents, memories and activities with fellow members and the world. Very cool picture.