- Birth name: Han Bennink
- Born: April 17, 1942 Zaandam, the Netherlands
- Genres: Avante-garde jazz, free jazz
- Occupation: Drummer, percussionist
- Instruments: Drums, percussion, saxophone, clarinet, violin, banjo, piano
- Associated Acts: Irene Schweizer, Dexter Gordon, Sonny Rollins and Eric Dolphy
- On the Web: HanBennink.com
This Holland born drummer was one of the pioneers of free improvisation, known for his unconventional use of practically anything for a rhythmic source.
He also formed ICP Records.
