Drummer & percussionist Carol Dierking has often been compared to Janis Joplin as a "a powerhouse of intensity" creating "a wall of sound". "A phenomenal performer" ... this little Texas Drummer Girl is gifted! Amongst a slew of honors and awards over the years, Carol was named "Best in Texas" by the National Association of Jazz Educators.
The Official Ms. Carol Dierking You-Tube Channel Check out these Music Videos & Audio Slide Shows of Ms. Carol Dierking on Drums:
"Let's Get Funky - Part 2" ~ Big Mike Clark, Smokin' Dave Vincent, Lulio
"Carol Dierking's Freespirit Drum Solo"
"Carol Dierking's WooHoo! Drum Solo"
"Big Wave" ~ Big Mike Clark, Andy VanHousen
"Blues is Green" ~ Big Mike Clark, Smokin' Dave Vincent, Lulio
"Runaway Train" ~ Big Mike Clark, Smokin' Dave Vincent, Lulio
"Who's Been Talking" ~ Big Mike Clark, Smokin' Dave Vincent, Lulio
"Prelude to a Journey" ~ Big Mike Clark, Zac Davis
"Jam 1 ~ Part 1" ~ Big Mike Clark, Kelly Kincaid
"Jam 1 ~ Part 2" ~ Big Mike Clark, Kelly Kincaid
"10/10 Freespirit Jam Part 1" ~ Big Mike Clark, Doc Dunn, George Stephens
"10/10 Freespirit Jam Part 2" ~ Big Mike Clark, Doc Dunn, George Stephens
"10/10 Freespirit Jam Part 3" ~ Big Mike Clark, Doc Dunn, George Stephens
"10/10 Freespirit Jam Part 4" ~ Big Mike Clark, Doc Dunn, George Stephens
"Nostradomas" ~ intodown LIVE ~ Michael Clark, Smokin' Dave Vincent, Fred Harvey, Andy VanHousen
"Elevator" ~ intodown LIVE ~ Michael Clark, Smokin' Dave Vincent, Fred Harvey, Andy VanHousen
"Nostradomas" ~ intodown STUDIO ~ Michael Clark, Smokin' Dave Vincent, Andy VanHousen
"Elevator" ~ intodown STUDIO ~ Michael Clark, Smokin' Dave Vincent, Andy VanHousen
"Daze in May" ~ Jimmy Thackery, Bumpy Rhodes
"Carol Dierking on Skins at Pearl" ~ Smokin' Joe Kubek, Bnois King, Paul Jenkins
"Hey Joe" ~ Smokin' Joe Kubek, Bnois King, Don Ritter, Tommy Shannon
"Changes Made" ~ Smokin' Joe Kubek, Bnois King, Paul Jenkins
"Better Be Gettin it On" ~ Smokin' Joe Kubek, Bnois King, Paul Jenkins
"Texas Cadillac" ~ Smokin' Joe Kubek, Bnois King, Paul Jenkins
"Changes Made" ~ Smokin' Joe Kubek, Bnois King, Paul Jenkins
"Same Thing" ~ Smokin' Joe Kubek, Bnois King, Father Dan Staniskis, Paul Jenkins
"Stop Drinkin'" ~ Smokin' Joe Kubek, Bnois King, Paul Jenkins
"Stormy Seas" ~ Mark "Mo" Stephens, Rob Green
"Slow Jams" ~ Mark "Mo" Stephens, Rob Green
"She's Alright" ~ Mark "Mo" Stephens, Rob Green
"I'm Sorry" ~ Holland K. Smith, Jon Cooley, Cadillac Johnson
"Hotel California Shuffle" ~ Sonja Jevette, Vicki Blackwell
*Private Lessons ~ Piano, Music Theory, Classical Guitar, percussion/drum set
AWARDS
Numerous National Association of Jazz Educators Trophies and Certificates of Honor
Heavily influenced by Nick Mason, John Densmore, Mitch Mitchell, John Bonham, Ginger Baker & other legendary blues-rock drummers, Carol delivers intensely powerful solid driving grooves.
The Official Ms. Carol Dierking myspace.com/txdrummergirl
The Official Ms. Carol Dierking facebook fan page
"Carol Dierking's Texas Tea House Drum Solo"
MUSIC EDUCATION
*Texas Junior Drum Corp ~ Played on the Snare Line and performed at Trader's Village
*Wylie High School ~ 7 year protege of Dr. Judy Mathis, world renowned judge for the National Association of Rudimental Drummers, band director, song writer and composer. Played drums/percussion/trap-set for the Orchestra, Concert Band, Marching Band, Stage Band, Jazz Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble, Solo Performances, Theater Productions - orchestra percussion, Choir accompaniment, All Region Band.
*East Texas State University ~ Orchestra, Concert Band, Music Theory, and Solos
*Texas Tech State University ~ Private Lessons with the One O`Clock Jazz Band Drummer, Music Theory, Orchestra, Concert Band, Percussion Ensemble, Solo Studies
*Stephen F. Austin State University ~ Awarded full scholarship from field of over 60 candidates to study under the direction of Dr. Mel Montgomery, world renowned Percussionist and performed for Percussion Ensembles, Advanced Music Theory, Piano, Marching Band, Orchestra, Concert Band, Jazz Band, The Lumberjack Choir, Theater Productions - orchestra percussion, and Solo Performances
"Who's Who of American Music" twice awarded
All American Hall of Fame Band Honors
Tau Beta Sigma Scroll of Honor
Outstanding Musician for the St. Mary's Fiesta Stage Band Festival
-UIL out of 27 stage bands class 1-5A
Local Talent Contest winner for Classical Guitar
Citizenship award given by the City of Wylie
All Region Band Honors three years
Numerous 1st place medals from UIL contests
UIL Metals including 1st place for solo and ensemble at State