Peter Erskine
Peter Clark Erskine (born June 5, 1954)[1] is an American jazz drummer who was a member of the jazz fusion groups Weather Report and Steps Ahead.
For the American artist, see Peter Erskine (artist). For the British businessman, see Peter Erskine (businessman).
Peter Erskine
Peter Clark Erskine
June 5, 1954
Somers Point, New Jersey, U.S.
Musician
Drums
1972–present
- Contemporary
- Denon
- Ah Um
- RCA/Novus
- Passport
Mutsuko Nigatawa
Early life and education[edit]
Erskine was born in Somers Point, New Jersey, U.S.[2] He began playing the drums at the age of four.[1] He graduated from the Interlochen Arts Academy[3] in Michigan, then studied percussion at Indiana University.
Honors and awards[edit]
In 1992, he was awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Music from Berklee College of Music.[7]
Personal life[edit]
Erskine is married to Mutsuko Erskine. The two have two children, actress and writer Maya Erskine,[8] and film editor and producer Taichi Erskine.[9]
