Originally published in press release · February 1995
Dream Theater names Derek Sherinian permanent member
February 23, 1995
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Dream Theater and Roundtable Entertainment are happy to announce that Derek Sherinian has been named a permanent member of Dream Theater.
Before signing on as Dream Theater’s touring keyboard player for their “Waking Up The World” Tour, Derek was flown in from California for a four song audition with the band in New York City. Having nailed the audition, he then had to learn two hours of material in two weeks by practising every waking moment. “I even played the set tape as I was falling asleep so I would get the stuff subliminally.” The tour started October 20th, 1994 in Providence, Rhode Island.
Derek’s credits include having toured and recorded with both Alice Cooper and Kiss.
Please join us in welcoming Derek into the Dream Theater family.