Joseph Thomas Porcaro

I was sorry to hear of mr Porcaro´s passing. He taught me drums at Al Lepak´s shop in Hartford in the late 1950´s. Wonderful man and awesome drummer, who, like Al, tried his best with me. But great percussionists require innate talent, not just great teaching. So glad to have been taught by them who were such kind modest, talented and good teachers. Chip Roh

When I was eleven,I studied drums with Joe Porcaro. I looked forward to my Saturday afternoon lesson every week. what a wonderful, sweet ,knowledgeable person. Made a lifetime impression on me.

I met Joe in 92. He was such a gracious man, and taught me some very great insights of playing music. He was such a great player,muscian, and Educator. Thank you Joe. Huge influence on me.

Heaven´s Rhythm Section is much more richer now with the addition of Joe Porcaro and his drums.Playing along with his two sons Jeff and Mike

Every time i sit at my drums i remember Joe fondly. If i make a mistake i quietly say to myself, Joe would not like that. God Bless a special man. Frank Costello

An excellent teacher and a gentleman in the finest sense of word.

Joe was very special to me. He taught me to play for 3 years .1955,56,57.. I was sorry to see him move out west but knew it was best for him. He sure mde it big and deserved and earned every bit of success.
I sit at my drums and often think of Joe.
I finish a song and ask myself " what would Joe say"
Joe RIP.