Towner Galaher is a versatile drummer, composer, arranger, bandleader, and educator. With his fourth release, “Towner Galaher Organ Trio Live,” he pays tribute to the great organ trios and masters who shaped jazz music. His previous album, “Uptown!”, reached the top 10 on the National Jazz Charts and stayed in the top 50 for an impressive 22 weeks. Towner Galaher has earned a reputation as a triple threat, praised by jazz legends Lenny White and Mike Clark for his drumming, composition, and leadership skills. His music is influenced by jazz history and blends various genres like R&B, blues, Latin, and New Orleans styles. As an educator, Towner has dedicated over 40 years to teaching and mentoring younger generations, and his expertise extends to Afro-Cuban, Brazilian, New Orleans, and funk drumming. He holds degrees in music and has authored essays, instructional books, and collaborated on drumming publications. Towner Galaher continues to make a significant impact in the world of jazz music.