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February 28, 2018

Ludwig Snare Demo Day

Saturday, March 3rd, 2018

Come check out an amazing assortment of Ludwig snare drums including Supras, Black Beauties, and the new Raw Brass snares. Factory representative Mike Nieland will be on hand to talk about company history, snare drums old and new, as well as the components and construction of these great tubs.

We will have open box pricing, trade-show stock, and all Ludwig snare drums available to demo. Free T-shirts for the first 10 people to bring their Ludwig snare (old or just purchased) for a new head and expert tuning by Ludwig staff.

Have a vintage Ludwig snare you’d like to show off or even sell? Bring it, and let’s have a fun hang and talk about drums!

Event is FREE! Call us at 503-288-6950 for more info, and

RSVP to our Facebook Event Here:

https://www.facebook.com/events/1573503736052123/

Here’s a sampling of what we know is coming so far. We will have super low pricing on all of these snares and will offer additional discounts on ANY LUDWIG SNARE, KIT, OR HARDWARE ORDERED THE DAY OF THE EVENT!!

5″ X 14″ Fact Ex Chrm Over Brass
5″ X 14″ Chrmd Brass Snare-tube Lg
6.5″ X14″ Fact Ex Supraphonic
5″ X14″ Fact Ex Hmrd Blk Bty
5″ X14″ Ham’d S-pho Bronze Sn
5″ X 14″ Fact Ex Supraphonic
5″ X 14″ Fact Ex Black Beauty
6.5″ X 14″ Fact Ex Hammered
5″ X 14″ Acrolite Classic Snare
8″ X 14″ Supra-pho Blk Beauty
6.5″ x 14″ Raw Brass
5″ x 14″ Raw Brass
5″ x 14″ Supraphonic
6.5″ x 14″ Supraphonic
5″ x 14″ Black Beauty
6.5″ x 14″ Supraphonic w/ Imperial Lugs
13/14/15″ Supralites
Carl Palmer Signature Venus Snare

September 17, 2013

NEXT WEEK: Todd Sucherman, Tuesday Sept 24th

Todd-Sucherman-Rhythm-Traders-Sept-24

Tuesday September 24th, 7pm at Rhythm Traders – ONE WEEK FROM TODAY!

Cost: FREE General Admission / $20 VIP Tickets, which include seating in the first 3 rows, green room access, and a swag bag

Rhythm Traders is proud to present Todd Sucherman (Styx) in clinic. Best known for his work with Styx, Todd has played with Brian Wilson, Tommy Shaw, Peter Cetera, Brian Culbertson, The Falling Wallendas, Steve Cole, and Spinal Tap, among others.

In September 2008, Sucherman was a featured artist in the prestigious Modern Drummer Festival. He also appeared on the cover of the October 2008 issue of Modern Drummer magazine. In 2009 the Modern Drummer Magazine voted him number one Rock Drummer in the World.

We will have giveaways, as well as special pricing on Pearl Drums, Sabian Cymbals, and his latest instructional DVD, Methods & Mechanics II. Space is limited, so please arrive early!

We also have a limited number of VIP seats available which will get you priority seating in the first 3 rows, green room access, and a swag bag. VIP tickets are $20. Call us or stop by to find out about availability, 503-288-6950. Sponsored by Pearl Drums.

July 30, 2013

NEXT WEEK: Kenny Aronoff, Tuesday August 6th at 7pm

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Tuesday August 6th – one week from today! 7pm at Rhythm Traders

Cost: FREE General Admission

World-class rock and studio drummer Kenny Aronoff will be here to show his legendary playing style paired with Yamaha DTX drums. Kenny has live and recording experience with the likes of John Mellencamp, The Smashing Pumpkins, John Fogerty, Melissa Etheridge, Jon Bon Jovi, Elton John, Bob Dylan, Rod Stewart, Alanis Morissette, The Rolling Stones, and Lynyrd Skynyrd, to name a few!

As one of the most successful studio musicians around today, Kenny has insight into the music industry and performance that you won’t hear anywhere else. Be sure to come check it out.

Kenny-Aronoff-Clinic

Kenny Aronoff will tell you what’s up!

July 29, 2013

EVENT: Djembe Workshop with Sayon Camara, Monday Sept 23rd

Monday September 23rd, 6pm at Rhythm Traders

Rhythm Traders is pleased to offer a special djembe class with Sayon Camara of Guinea, West Africa. Sayon was born in the village of Kouya Sidia in Kouroussa in central Guinea. After drumming in the village for 31 years, Sayon left his village as a master djembefola to work in Conakry with the world’s foremost djembe player, Famoudou Konate.

When Famoudou heard him play he was amazed by the clarity of the sound Sayon produced on the djembe. For the next eight years, Sayon worked intensively with Famoudou Konate and his performing group Hamana Foli Kan, teaching at his workshops, and playing at concerts and on his CDs.

Sayon Camara

This special class is open to all players with at least one year of djembe playing experience. Students should be able to play bass-tone-slap clearly.

Cost: $15 payable at the door. Space is limited to 35 people, so please call, email, or stop by to reserve your spot now!! 503-288-6950, brad@rhythmtraders.com.

July 24, 2013

EVENT: Shannon Larkin Free Drum Clinic, Monday August 19th

Monday August 19th, 7pm at Rhythm Traders

Cost: FREE General Admission / $20 VIP Tickets, which include seating in the first 3 rows, green room access, and a swag bag

Shannon Larkin free drum clinic at Rhythm Traders

Shannon Larkin has been a member of the multi platinum selling band Godsmack since 1997. He has performed and recorded with such artists as Wrathchild America, Snot, Ugly Kid Joe, Amen, Candlebox, Another Animal, Souls at Zero, Vanilla Ice, Stone Sour and Black Sabbath.

A Yamaha Artist since 2002, Shannon Larkin’s drumming is distinguished by a liquid groove, absolutely fluid in the manner of great session drummers such as the late Jeff Porcaro, and his studio work displays the rare capacity to balance simplicity and ornamentation. Although heavy metal is known for heavy hitting and heavy double-pedal footwork, Shannon exhibits a nimble touch with sticks and a rabbit’s right foot on single pedal.

Call us at 503-288-6950 for more information on VIP ticket availability. This is a clinic you don’t want to miss!

July 17, 2013

EVENT: Todd Sucherman FREE Drum Clinic, Tuesday Sept 24th

Todd Sucherman Rhythm Traders Free Clinic

Tuesday September 24th, 7pm at Rhythm Traders

Cost: FREE General Admission / $20 VIP Tickets, which include seating in the first 3 rows, green room access, and a swag bag

Rhythm Traders is proud to present Todd Sucherman (Styx) in clinic. Best known for his work with Styx, Todd has played with Brian Wilson, Tommy Shaw, Peter Cetera, Brian Culbertson, The Falling Wallendas, Steve Cole, and Spinal Tap, among others.

In September 2008, Sucherman was a featured artist in the prestigious Modern Drummer Festival. He also appeared on the cover of the October 2008 issue of Modern Drummer magazine. In 2009 the Modern Drummer Magazine voted him number one Rock Drummer in the World.

We will have giveaways, as well as special pricing on Pearl Drums, Sabian Cymbals, and his latest instructional DVD, Methods & Mechanics II. Space is limited, so please arrive early!

We also have a limited number of VIP seats available which will get you priority seating in the first 3 rows, green room access, and a swag bag. VIP tickets are $20. Call us or stop by to get yours, 503-288-6950. Sponsored by Pearl Drums.

July 3, 2013

EVENT: Kenny Aronoff Free Drum Clinic, Tuesday August 6th

Kenny-Aronoff-Rhythm-Traders-Clinic

Tuesday August 6th, 7pm at Rhythm Traders

Cost: FREE General Admission

World-class rock and studio drummer Kenny Aronoff will be here to show his legendary playing style paired with Yamaha DTX drums. Kenny has live and recording experience with the likes of John Mellencamp, The Smashing Pumpkins, John Fogerty, Melissa Etheridge, Jon Bon Jovi, Elton John, Bob Dylan, Rod Stewart, Alanis Morissette, The Rolling Stones, and Lynyrd Skynyrd, to name a few!

As one of the most successful studio musicians around today, Kenny has insight into the music industry and performance that you won’t hear anywhere else. Be sure to come check it out.

Kenny-Aronoff-Clinic

Kenny Aronoff will tell you what’s up!

June 10, 2013

NEXT WEEK: Raul Rekow & Karl Perazzo Free Clinic

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Karl Perazzo’s epic percussion setup

We’re super excited for this one. Santana Percussionists Raul Rekow & Karl Perazzo will be at our store for a FREE clinic next Tuesday. You won’t want to miss it! Details below:

Tuesday June 18th, 7 PM at Rhythm Traders

Cost: FREE General Admission / VIP Tickets $20 *VIP tickets include seating in the first 3 rows, green room access, prizes and giveaways.

Santana percussionists Raul Rekow and Karl Perazzo will present a lecture and demonstration. All jazz, Latin music and percussion fans are welcome. We’ll raffle $100’s worth of gear, and give away lots of door prizes. Don’t miss this chance to see two of the most sought after percussionists of our time!

Sponsored by LP

Raul-Rekow

Raul Rekow crushing it on congas

May 4, 2013

EVENT: Santana Percussionists Raul Rekow & Karl Perazzo Free Clinic on June 18th

Karl-Perazzo

Karl Perazzo’s epic percussion setup

Tuesday June 18th, 7 PM at Rhythm Traders

Cost: FREE General Admission / VIP Tickets $20 *VIP tickets include seating in the first 3 rows, green room access, prizes and giveaways.

Santana percussionists Raul Rekow and Karl Perazzo will present a lecture and demonstration. All jazz, Latin music and percussion fans are welcome. We’ll raffle $100’s worth of gear, and give away lots of door prizes. Don’t miss this chance to see two of the most sought after percussionists of our time!

Sponsored by LP

Raul-Rekow

Raul Rekow crushing it on congas

April 29, 2013

EVENT: Luis Conte FREE Clinic on June 14th – Cancelled

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Note: Unfortunately this clinic has been cancelled. We hope to reschedule it soon.

June 14th, 7 PM at Rhythm Traders
Cost: FREE General Admission / VIP Tickets $20 *VIP tickets include seating in the first 3 rows, green room access, prizes and giveaways.

Grammy-winner Luis Conte is a master of percussion. Born in Cuba, his celebrated career includes touring and /or recording work with some of the greatest names in contemporary music, including Carlos Santana (“Supernatural” album), Phil Collins, Eric Clapton, Madonna, James Brown as well as Cuban legends Arturo Sandoval and Cachao. He is a member of Cuba LA, and has numerous instructional DVDs and solo albums to his credit. He can be heard on the soundtracks to such box office smashes as Mission Impossible, Rain Man, Disney’s animated Tarzan, and Dancing with the Stars.

Luis will present a lecture and demonstration. All jazz, Latin music and percussion fans are welcome. No need to be a drummer or bring a drum, just sit back and enjoy the ride. We’ll raffle $100’s worth of gear, and give away lots of door prizes. Don’t miss this chance to see one of the most sought after percussionist’s of our time!

Sponsored by Rhythm Traders, The Bobby Torres Ensemble, Meinl Percussion, Remo, & Zildjian Cymbals