Akira Tana

San Francisco, California

Since 1979, Akira Tana has been among the most sought-after drummers on the international jazz scene. Recognized for his ability to ignite rhythm sections and create pure musical dialog with soloists, his colorful and interactive style has led to concert and club work with jazz greats including Sonny Rollins, Jim Hall, Paquito D’Rivera, Jimmy Heath, and Dizzy Gillespie.