Rich Malloy
Drummer
I approach drums as conversation over performance. After decades of playing, I've learned that the best music happens when you listen more than you play. Currently exploring improvised music with Counterparts while keeping the groove around New Mexico. Always learning, always a work in progress.
Upcoming Performance
COUNTERPARTS
October 24, 2025
Entropy Gallery
An evening of improvised music with Avant Jazz Workshop
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Counterparts
Improvised music group performing regularly at Entropy Gallery and venues throughout New Mexico.
Regular Gigs
Club Legato, Paradiso, Outpost, Dave's Jazz Bistro. Various jazz groups around New Mexico.
Recent
New Mexico Jazz Festival 2024 & 2025. Performed with Carmen Bradford, Hillary Smith, Alex Murzyn, John Rangel, Delbert Anderson.
Melodic Drumming Project
Exploring the melodic possibilities of the drum kit through composition and improvisation.
Background
Education
BM Performance
University of North Texas
Nashville
Brenda Lee, Lorrie Morgan, Grand Ole Opry, Freedy Johnston, Kim Richey
New York
David Letterman Show, The Living Room, 1 year residency at O'Flaherty's on 46th
