Pat Mastelotto, longtime drummer of King Crimson, member of the multiplatinum band Mr. Mister and of The Rembrandts (hits like “Just the Way It Is, Baby” or the Friends theme song), will guide you through his incredible journey from small California bars to world tours with legends like David Sylvian, Robert Fripp or Stick Men.
The workshop will be a personal talk about:
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How to build musical and human connections — the journey through friendships, determination, and perseverance toward big projects.
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How to grow a career through networking — don’t wait for opportunity, create it.
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How to be prepared for opportunities — auditions, first gigs, studio work, professional challenges.
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How to stay open to new collaborations — the story of meeting David Kollar and the birth of the KoMaRa project.
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How to adapt and innovate — the path from traditional drums to hybrid setups combining acoustic and electronic instruments.
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The reality of the music business — why even King Crimson didn’t have guaranteed financial success and how the model of a music career is changing today.
Who is the workshop for: Musicians, artists, conservatory and university students, creatives and anyone looking for inspiration on how to build a career through honest work and authentic relationships.
Bonus: The workshop will close with an open Q&A session — bring your questions!
Slogan: “From Slow Gin to King Crimson: How Connections Shape a Musician’s Journey”
Registration required:
Audiovisual recordings will be made at the event and may be published later.
