The Exchange

Vic Firth Welcomes Maine Governor to Factory

Web Team — Mon, 14 May 2012 15:25:09 +0000

Newport, ME - Vic Firth Company recently had the pleasure of a visit from Paul LePage, Governor of the state of Maine. There was a meeting with the Governor and his staff at our factory in Newport, followed by a tour of the plant.

During his visit to the Vic Firth factory in Newport, Governor LePage was particularly interested in all the programs and innovations that had been implemented since his last visit two years ago. Speaking to a gathering of employees from the first and second shifts, LePage complimented the group on Vic Firth Company’s position in the world of music — holding over a 60% share of the market in drumsticks and mallet percussion. He also commented on the fact that Vic Firth Company intends to stay in Maine and continue to increase its workforce.

Governor LePage’s visit to the Vic Firth facilities in Maine was a welcome treat for our hard-working employees. Vic Firth Company has proudly been doing business in Maine for the past 40 years. We look forward to a bright future of serving our customers, employees and the local community.

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“Drummer Todd Walker-(Drum Cover) Tracking/Studio Performance Mix”

Todd Walker — Fri, 11 May 2012 01:44:24 +0000

In this video series by Todd Walker, we will look at a performance/studio video of Todd tracking & playing “on top” of the Dirty Loops version of the cover by Adele – “Rolling In The Deep”. I mixed the drums a bit “hot” to hear them a bit more in the over-all mix. Also, I intentionally left the original intro drum-fill in, as my click into the tune f.y.i. ……..And, I transcribed/charted out the tune for those of you interested! Thanks for watching!

‘Double Bass Fake” Floor Tom & Single Pedal (Sixteenths & Triplets)

Todd Walker — Tue, 08 May 2012 15:18:46 +0000

In this video series by Todd Walker, we will look at a “Double Bass Fake!” by using a single pedal and the right hand playing floor tom. The rhythm is demonstrated in both sixteenth note form (RRFF), and triplet form (RFF). The left hand plays a quarter note rhythm between the open hi-hat and snare drum. Thanks for watching!

Bart Robely Clinic, June 30th in Westminster, CA

Education Team — Tue, 08 May 2012 13:39:32 +0000

Al Resk Drum Camp 2012

Education Team — Mon, 07 May 2012 13:39:35 +0000

“Phrase Craze!”…4/4 with (7-7-2 Kick & Snare)

Todd Walker — Fri, 04 May 2012 00:23:37 +0000

In this video series by Todd Walker, we will look a 4/4 groove using a Phrased 7-7-2 Kick & Snare Pattern (FLFLFLL-FLFLFLL-RL). A quarter note ride/bell rhythm is played on top of the kick and snare phrase. Thanks for watching!

Room Still Available–Texas State University Percussion Camp Featuring Ndugu Chancler & Tom Aungst

Education Team — Thu, 03 May 2012 18:40:24 +0000

Space still exists for this great camp. Tom Aungst will head up the Marching Percussion while legendary drummer and teacher, Ndugu Chancler leads the drum set track! For more information visit:

http://www.txstate.edu/bands/camps/percussioncamp.html

Five n’ Seven Jazz Fill

John Xepoleas — Tue, 01 May 2012 05:23:49 +0000

Here’s a great sounding jazz fill built around five and seven stroke rolls.

“Mozambique” in 5/4……..SURE!!

Todd Walker — Tue, 01 May 2012 00:03:18 +0000

In this video series we will look at performing a “Mozambique” rhythm, and converting it to a 5/4 odd-time rhythm! The basic rhythm is generally played in 4/4 time. I have added (1) group of sixteenths on the end (5e+a), to create a odd-time “spin” on this great feel. Thanks for watching!

Summer Drummin’ with John Wooton!

Education Team — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 15:46:32 +0000