Orquesta Alto Maiz
"The Salsa Band"
Dan Hummel
percussion
After starting to play drums and percussion in bands since the age of fourteen, I have experienced a butt load of musical challenges for over 30 years and none have been as challenging as Salsa. I have played the gamut of jazz bands/combos, symphonies, dance & rock bands, and even an occasional circus and rodeo, nothing matches the heavy groove that Alto Maiz can put out. With four percussionists it's a dream gig for a drummer. As a student, I collected a B.A. and a M.A. from the University of Northern Iowa - what a great music scene that happens there. To support my music habit and the lifestyle I've grown accustomed to, I spend the school year teaching severe Behaviorally Disordered students - which is pretty close to working with this band. Teaching and musical endeavors seem limitless and I am thankful for being involved with both. My wife, Sue, and two pets take the rest of my attention with some time left over to grow as many peppers as possible in my garden. Ahhh, salsa. Caliente.
