Taru Alexander is an esteemed American jazz drummer whose award-winning career span over three decades. Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, Taru grew up surrounded by the greatest jazz musicians, including his father, jazz legend Roland Alexander. With his exceptional talent and skills, Taru has appeared as a sideman on more than a hundred albums, collaborating with renowned jazz artists such as Michael Marcus, Carlos Garnett, Roy Hargrove, Kenny Garrett, etc... As a leader, Taru has recorded two solo albums, "Kojo Time" and his latest release in 2022 titled "Echoes of the Masters," which pays tribute to his father and the tremendous musicians who passed the tradition down to him. The album features exceptional jazz musicians, including James Hurt on piano, Rashaan Carter on bass, Antoine Roney on saxophone, and HANKA G as a guest vocalist. "Echoes of the Masters" album has received excellent reviews and was awarded 4 stars in Downbeat Magazine, with the review written by Howard Mandel, President of the Jazz Journalist Association, who hailed Taru's splendid quartet as making the late 60s post-bop sound fresh and true. Taru has performed with a long list of esteemed jazz artists, including Abbey Lincoln, Betty Carter, Roy Hargrove, and Branford Marsalis. His exceptional drumming skills and dedication to jazz have made him an outstanding figure in the jazz community, and his innovative music and impeccable technique continue to inspire jazz enthusiasts worldwide.