The Clem Burke Drumming Project is based on the pursuit of knowledge through the application of scientific principles to the various art forms of drumming. It is committed to the dissemination of information leading to increased enjoyment, health and well-being of all participants involved in drumming.

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Dr Marcus Smith and Dr Steve Draper have been invited to speak at BIORHYTHM LIVE

Location: Trinity College Dublin on Pearse Street in The Naughton Institute

Date: Thursday, 9th September 2010 at 7pm

BIORHYTHM LIVE event series

The series will bring elements of the BIORHYTHM exhibition to life through themed nights focusing on Rhythm, Emotion and Voice with some of the world’s top performers, scientists and industry professionals exploring how our bodies respond to music. Science Gallery is all about inspiring young people with a passion for science and the arts through creative projects at this interface. Read more>>

Dr Marcus Smith and Dr Chris Potter attend the international ‘Games for Health’ Conference in Boston. Read more>>

‘From Game to Gig’ University of Chichester

‘From Game to Gig’ University of Chichester, The ShowRoom, Bishop Otter Campus, College Lane, Chichester. Research project on the physiology of drumming to work with Guitar Hero World Tour drum kit controller. Read more >>

Dr Marcus Smith from the University of Chichester and Dr Steve Draper from the University of Gloucestershire have conducted this ground-breaking research. Clem Burke, drummer with the band Blondie, has been taking part in the research study, which has revealed the physical demands of drumming during live stage performances.

Research team

Clem Burke

Clem Burke is the drummer for the band Blondie. Clem has also played drums for Pete Townshend, Bob Dylan, Eurythmics, Ramones and Iggy Pop.
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University of Chichester

Marcus Smith is a Principal Lecturer in Sport, Exercise & Health Sciences at the University of Chichester.
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University of Gloucestershire

Steve Draper is a Principal Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Physiology at the University of Gloucestershire.
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Chris Potter is Director of Studies for the undergraduate sport programmes at the University of Gloucestershire. Read more >>

Kate Mori is the Course Leader for the MA Sports Development. Read more >>

Joe Wilson is a composer and producer who started his career with the band Sneaker Pimps. Read more >>

Research aim

Via the Clem Burke Drumming Project, academics from the Department of Health, Sport and Social Care also aim to join forces with the University’s popular music degree course to develop community outreach programmes targeting overweight and disengaged youngsters. Read more>>

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