Life in an incendiary rhythm: the first female drummer turned 106 years old

Without a drum rhythm, no orchestra sounds at full strength. This cheerful lady continues to set the pace, drumming to the fullest and in her hundred-plus years.

The first female drummer, who stirred up the world with the fastest rhythms, continues to enjoy life, having crossed the age-old milestone. Find out what is the secret of longevity and good mood of the lady of drums, from our material.At the beginning of her musical career, Viola Smith became known throughout America as the fastest drummer. She faced numerous difficulties that were waiting for female musicians at that time, but she always remained in rhythm. Having crossed the age-old milestone, this active granny is still drumming.Mrs. Smith was born on November 29, 1912 in Mount Calvery, Wisconsin. She was the eighth of nine children in the family. The girl's love for music began in childhood. Her parents were the leaders of the dance hall, so Viola, along with her brothers and sisters, played musical instruments from a young age.

In the 1930s, Viola Smith and her sister Mildred created their own women's group, the Coquettes. Since that time, the girl has become a well-known drummer throughout the country.In 1940, her photo graced the cover of Billboard magazine. At that time, Viola was repeatedly confronted with the misunderstanding and contemptuous attitude of society towards female musicians.During World War II, Viola wrote an article about the role of women in the music world. This publication caused a lot of noise and controversy in American society.

Since the 1940s, Mrs. Smith has been actively playing and teaching the art of music to others. She was often heard on the radio, she appeared in famous films, drummed at the inauguration of President Truman and tapped the rhythm for "Cabaret" on Broadway.Viola stopped teaching only a few years ago, but she still plays the drums and performs. Speaking about the secrets of her long and active life, she names three things that have become a habit for her: playing the drums, two glasses of wine a day and reading books.The soul of a musician plays as long as the body is able to transmit its sounds with the help of a musical instrument. If Mrs. Smith still has powder in her flasks, then why sit idly by? It's much better to keep beating the rhythm on your favorite drums. After all, we are alive as long as we are interested and have something to be in this world for.

Have you met talented musicians who continue to play at such an old age?