Nandi Bushell Performs 'Caravan'

Originally recorded in 1936 by Duke Ellington, "Caravan" has become a rite of passage for drummers due to its quick tempo and challenging Latin to swing feel changes. Most arrangements of the tune feature a drum solo as well. In this video, Nandi Bushell will perform her version of "Caravan" in the Drumeo Studio!

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Chapters:

00:00 - Intro
00:33 - Performance
05:53 - Final Thoughts
06:19 - Wrap-Up & Outro
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[Nandi_Bushell]

Caravan is the hardest song I have learnt, so far... I am so proud to have been invited on to Drumeo at 13. I wanted to show everyone what I am currently capable of, and have as much fun as possible. I decided to play the hardest song I knew. It’s tricky as it’s really fast and there is a lot to remember. I need a lot of stamina to play triplets on the hi-hat. Also the triplets on the kick are very difficult to perform at this speed. I gave it my best shot. I played to my tempo and I am proud of my performance.

[AlexJ]

Non-drummers: Wow, she's inspired me to buy a drum kit!

Drummers: Wow, she's inspired me to sell my drum kit!

[jaywatson]

Everytime I see her play a song, no matter how hard, she always looks like she’s having fun.

[yoshums]

I know Nandi likely wont see this comment, but I felt I should leave it anyways. Nandi Bushell is the definition of a prodigy. She's hard-working, dedicated, and motivated. Being a prodigy doesn't mean talent comes natural, it still requires serious effort. I've likely put in less hours in 25 years on the drums than she has in her lifetime. Her flawless polyrhythms and ghost notes only add to this spectacular performance. Kudos, Nandi - I wish you all the success in the world.

[evrimagaci]

Are you rushing or are you dragging? Probably neither! You're awesome!

[kathrynjohnson]

The fact that she's only 13 blows my mind. She's incredible!

[waynewells]

As a long time professional musician and music educator I’m blown away by this young lady’s talent, enthusiasm, and charm. She is a ray of sunshine in a troubled world. Keep it up, Nandi!!

[nyelsenbruno]

Can you all see how she improved her technique so fast?

This girl will be a legend.

[sortius_]

As I posted to Mastodon:

"There's kid performers out there that you're amazed at because they're "Amazing for a kid", then there's performers who are just really good at what they do.

Nandi Bushell is in the latter group."

[andrewalderman]

Wow! Imagine being in her school's talent show, and having to perform after she does that. Really impressive playing!

[ateamfan]

This young lady is a remarkable talent, and displays an amazing attitude of positivity. Watch her career closely; she will go FAR.

[BPRH]

One of my favorite songs to play on the saxophone 🎷. She is by far one of the best drummers I have heard in this day and age.

[MarcoMM]

I have been drumming for 25 years and i can tell that this is the hardest song that i have learnt by far, and it took me almost a year to learn it, and she did it in 3 months impressive. Congrats

[PTSDwithME]

I played this entire song at 240 bpm in 6th grade and won my local battle of the bands

and then my alarm clock woke me up

[wakkawakkagaming]

The online community has gotten to witness a rare, positive coming-of-age story in real time. I watched her get big on tik tok doing drum covers years ago and not only has she grown but her skills have improved in kind. I hope to be sitting with my daughter in ten years, showing her these videos and telling her she can do any damn thing she's willing to work her ass off for. Cheers!

[KristineMaitland]

Nandi, darling, just wanted to say thank you for a) doing Caravan justice and b) more, importantly introducing the younger folk (40 and younger, giggle) to the intricacies of jazz. I look forward to watching your progression in your drumming career.

Cheers from Toronto Canada 🇨🇦!

[yecti]

THIRTEEN!? Absolutely astounding. Also a joy to watch how she feels her way through the rhythms. The grins when she's really digging the energy she's putting out there and feeling the song develop around her playing. Really fun to behold.

[jameseastope]

it made me so moving to see young dedicated talented person working hard for an artform. amazing

[victorlgcarvalho]

What I love about this song is that every artist adds his or her style to the music making it a different experience... It's just great!

[BorrietheBlade]

You know it's legendary when you get teary eyed listening to music.

Jaw dropping.