Peter Charles “Pete” Magadini (January 25, 1942) is an American Jazz drummer, percussionist, educator and author of books on drumming and drum technique. He is known for his body of work (instructional books and videos) concerning the comprehension and execution of musical polyrhythms, especially the book The Musicians Guide to Polyrhythms. Magadini has recorded and performed with Diana Ross, Bobbie Gentry, George Duke, Al Jarreau, Don Menza, John Handy and Mose Allison.