DKO The Darren Kramer Organization
DARREN KRAMER BIOGRAPHY
Darren Kramer is an Edwards Trombone Performing Artist and Ableton Specialist and is in demand as a freelance trombonist, composer and educator throughout the United States. Kramer graduated from the University of Miami and moved to NYC where he toured with Matchbox Twenty, Tom Jones, Tommy Dorsey Orchestra and Duke Ellington's Sophisticated Ladies. He has also recorded with such artists as Michael Brecker, Eric Marienthal and Jerry Hey and his original composition "Not Far From Here" was a finalist in the John Lennon Songwriting Contest. Kramer is now the President/CEO of his own music company, DKO The Darren Kramer Organization, whose inspiring concerts, educational clinics, five exceptional recordings, and over fifty challenging arrangements (Available Now for small group AND big band!) have helped modernize the trombone and expand its role in contemporary music. The 2010 DKO CD release is entitled “Beyond The Boneyard” and features an inspiring one man band performance utilizing electric trombone, keyboards and computer loops. This cutting-edge project is also being presented by Kramer throughout the country as a music software PowerPoint Presentation "Creating Music Using Software and an Electric Trombone!". www.ElectricTrombone.com
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Electric Quartet
2007
"DKO Electric Quartet" Funk, Jazz & Soul featuring 'Electric' Horns & B3 Organ. Unique blend of sounds.'Brecker Bros meet James Brown'. DKO Sheet Music Available.
CD: $12.97
MP3: $7.92
In The Now
2005
70+ min of Funk, Jazz & World Music featuring Michael Brecker Rick Margitza & Eric Marienthal. Also includes the dynamic 20-min "Latin Suite". DKO Sheet Music available!
CD: $12.97
MP3: $9.99
Quench!
2003
DKO is one of the most polished and exciting bands I have ever heard in this genre. Their enthusiasm is overwhelming and inspirational. Great charts and wonderful performances from everyone in the group!
-Randy Brecker / The Brecker Brothers
MP3: $9.99
CD: $12.97
The Darren Kramer Organization
1998
"Fresh, innovative funk by a brilliant upcoming trombonist and the tune 'Turbulent Altercation' - WOW" - Michael Brecker ATTENTION: DKO CD "IN THE NOW" Features MICHAEL BRECKER. DKO SHEET MUSIC ALSO AVAILABLE.
MP3: $9.99
CD: $12.97