Philadelphia born musician David Gibson is paving his way toward that pantheon of jazz greats. Paying all the dues required to develop his prodigious talent, Gibson has earned a respected reputation in the jazz world. He is one of those rare drummers who can jump into any groove and swing or stretch-out dynamically. His charisma on the bandstand further connects the audience to an experience of jazz as an entertaining and challenging American art form.

Music critic Chip Deffaa in The New York Post says that “Gibson's drumming is strong and fluid and as satisfying as any drummer I’ve heard in years.” Jerry Carrier in the Philadelphia Daily News wrote, “Gibson may be the ultimate Band drummer.” The player’s credentials verify his outstanding rhythmic and melodic abilities. Gibson has toured and recorded with The Count Basie Orchestra, under the direction of Frank Foster. In addition to taking the stage for many years with Diane Schuur, he has worked with Joe Williams and the Frank Foster Non Electric Company. His demand in the vanguard style includes guest spots with the Sun Ra Arkestra and the David Murray Big Band.

Gibson earned his Bachelor of Music deqree from Temple University. An active interest in television media resulted in a number of collaborations with producers of local Philadelphia programs including Sesame Street, City Lights, and Perspective. He has recorded over 100 musical tracks for the religious cable show Time Of Deliverance.  

As an educator, Gibson passes the torch by conducting workshops around the world. In 1994 he formed a non-profit organization Collective Arts Services Inc. to help replace diminishing music programs in the public school system as well as secure grants for performing artists. “It’s important to expose our youth to music as an alternative to life on the streets from musicians with real-time experience” explains Gibson, who now makes his home in New York.