Zildjian: A History of the Legendary Cymbal Makers

(Book). Filled with never-before-seen photos, memorabilia and recollections from legendary drummers, this book tells the exciting story of the world's most popular cymbal company of the occasion of its 375th anniversary, from its beginnings in 17th-century Turkey to today. Buddy Rich, Gene Krupa, Max Roach, Ringo Starr, Charlie Watts, Dennis Chambers, Steve Gadd and Neil Pert are among the many great innovators who have crashed, splashed, choked, gonged and ridden Zildjians to make music history on some of the most ground-breaking recordings of this century. See what these stars and the Zildjian family today have to say about these premium cymbals so rich in history.