BERNICE “BOOM BOOM” BROOKS

Bernice Brooks is a drummer, producer, and teaching artist. A versatile female drummer who performs locally, nationally, and internationally, she has honed her skills from performing across a variety of genres, including blues, rock, gospel, and jazz groups, with tap dancers, for commercials and theater, as well as on many recordings. She has performed with Elvis Costello, Taylor Mac, Sheila E., Gregory Hines, and many others. She is proud to have had the honor of performing with the Bergen Phil­harmonic Orchestra and to have received a “Cultural Community Leadership Citation” from the New York City Council.