"Jazz Funk"
Leo Vigil - drums
Dan Feiszli - bass
John Seppala - keyboards
Leo is one of San Francisco Bay Area’s premiere drummers. His ability to play many styles of music has kept him busy on stage as well as in the studio. His love for music shows through his aggressive, yet dynamic playing. He can pound lightning-fast double bass rhythms or accent with subtle tones and sounds on the drum set. His versatility keeps him busy whether it is Rock, Jazz, Metal, Latin, Funk, Reggae, Blues, Country, or Soul—he is proficient at all styles. His diverse style has allowed him to share the stage with such acts as: Eddie Money, Ronnie Montrose, Rick Derringer, Elvin Bishop, Foghat, Y&T, Night Ranger, Three Dog Night, B.J. Thomas, Boz Skaggs, Greg Kihn, The Untouchables, The Rippingtons, Poncho Sanchez, George Santana, Steve Miller, Greg Adams, The Crusaders, Craig Chaquico, Phil Perry, Eric Marienthal and many others.
Leo was recently touring and recording with world renowned Harpist/Violinist Carlos Reyes. Aside from working on many projects, he is currently in the studio recording and producing four of his own. His Jazz Trio CD (titled “One, Two, Trio!”) is currently available on his website, as well as“Diversity”. Like the name, the music ranges from Smooth Jazz, Latin Jazz, Funk and Rock. His latest release is a collaboration with guitarist, John Heussenstamm and bassest,Baba Elefante. The project is called “The Meeting” and the title of the CD is “Intervention”, which Leo wrote and co-wrote all the music. Leo can be found conducting clinics in various schools and music stores throughout northern and southern California.
