* Zutty Singleton (1898-1975): Singleton was another important early jazz drummer. He played with Sidney Bechet, Fats Waller, and many other leading jazz musicians. Singleton was known for his innovative use of the hi-hat cymbal and his ability to play complex drum patterns.
* Chick Webb (1905-1939): Webb was one of the most popular jazz drummers of the 1930s. He led his own big band, the Chick Webb Orchestra, which featured Ella Fitzgerald as the vocalist. Webb was known for his powerful drumming and his ability to drive the band with his beat.
* Kenny Clarke (1914-1985): Clarke was one of the most influential jazz drummers of the 20th century. He played with Miles Davis, Thelonious Monk, and many other leading jazz musicians. Clarke was known for his development of the "bebop" style of drumming, which is characterized by its fast tempos and complex rhythms.
* Max Roach (1924-2007): Roach was one of the most important jazz drummers of the 20th century. He played with Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie, and many other leading jazz musicians. Roach was known for his innovative use of the drum kit and his ability to create complex and interesting rhythms.