Bernie, I played with a drummer, a sax man and a trombone player, it was a disaster. The suggestion of the drummer playing percussion instruments adding to your drums is best. Who needs two drummers?

I found playing with a bass player comfortable. A percussionist is fine, a solo instrument works well and so does a bass if that’s a must.

People/musicians do not listen to a keyboard as they would listen to a band – and try to fit in. In Dave’s case, he must have a good sensitive drummer. Amen!

John C.