60 Video interviews, lessons and performances from the world's best percussion ensembles, performers, composers and educators http://www.vicfirth.com/podcasts/concert.html en-us ℗ & © 2006 Vic Firth Inc. Thu, 06 Apr 2006 13:30:00 -0500 Thu, 06 Apr 2006 13:30:00 -0500 mwessels@vicfirth.com Video interviews, lessons and performances from the world's best percussion ensembles, performers, composers and educators Vic Firth Vic Firth, the world's largest manufacturer of drumsticks and mallets, brings you video interviews, lessons and performances from the world's best percussion ensembles, performers, composers and educators Vic Firth mwessels@vicfirth.com http://www.vicfirth.com/artists/jung.html Ji Hye Jung This week's podcast features Ji Hye's performance of "Kšln, Part IIc" - a transcription of a improvised solo piano work by legendary jazz pianist Keith Jarrett. A musical chameleon, pianist Keith Jarrett was at his finest when he recorded The Kšln Concert, a four part solo improvisation in a German concert hall in 1975. Melodies and rhythmic figures arise fluidly from his fingers as he moves from one idea to another, while his strong left hand is often used for repeated motifs that generate a rolling hypnotic power. This transcription by Peabody Conservatory Guitar Professor Manuel Barruenco lends itself well to the marimba, and Ji Hye Jung performs it with superb skill and emotion. Ji Hye is the 2006 winner of the International Marimba Competition in Linz, Austria. On this piece, Ji Hye uses the Robert Van Sice M112 in the bass, two M113's in the middle voice and a M114 on top. A musical chameleon, pianist Keith Jarrett was at his finest when he recorded The Kšln Concert, a four part solo improvisation in a German concert hall in 1975. Melodies and rhythmic figures arise fluidly from his fingers as he moves from one idea to another, while his strong left hand is often used for repeated motifs that generate a rolling hypnotic power. This transcription by Peabody Conservatory Guitar Professor Manuel Barruenco lends itself well to the marimba, and Ji Hye Jung performs it with superb skill and emotion. Ji Hye is the 2006 winner of the International Marimba Competition in Linz, Austria. On this piece, Ji Hye uses the Robert Van Sice M112 in the bass, two M113's in the middle voice and a M114 on top. http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/concert/ji_hye_4.m4v Tue, 13 Mar 2007 14:30:00 EST Podcasts 4:46 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/artists/vansice.html Svet Stoyanov and James Deitz This week's podcast features Deitz and Stoyanov's performance of Peter Klatzow's "Ambient Resonances". James Deitz made his concerto debut with The Philadelphia Orchestra in October of 2003 and has shared the stage with such artists as Lisa Moore, Keiko Abe, Robert Van Sice, Emmanuel Sejourne, William Cahn, and Barbara Gavatos. James holds degrees from the Yale School of Music, the Curtis Institute of Music, and the Juilliard School Pre-College Division. He is the recipient of a Theodore Presser Award. Bulgarian-born Svet Stoyanov, winner of the 2003 Concert Artists Guild International Competition, made his New York City debut at Lincoln Center's Avery Fisher Hall. He premiered the Phillip Glass Concerto Fantasy for Two Timpanists and Orchestra, with fellow timpanist Jonathan Haas and the American Symphony Orchestra, led by Leon Botstein. His festival appearances span the US and Europe, most notably: Emilia Romagna, Ravinia Festival with the Chicago Symphony, Made in America with Seattle Symphony, Arizona Friends of Chamber Music, and the Percussive Arts Society International Conventions. Both percussionists currently study under Robert Van Sice as members of the Yale percussion studio. This week's podcast features Deitz and Stoyanov's performance of Peter Klatzow's "Ambient Resonances". James Deitz made his concerto debut with The Philadelphia Orchestra in October of 2003 and has shared the stage with such artists as Lisa Moore, Keiko Abe, Robert Van Sice, Emmanuel Sejourne, William Cahn, and Barbara Gavatos. James holds degrees from the Yale School of Music, the Curtis Institute of Music, and the Juilliard School Pre-College Division. He is the recipient of a Theodore Presser Award. Bulgarian-born Svet Stoyanov, winner of the 2003 Concert Artists Guild International Competition, made his New York City debut at Lincoln Center's Avery Fisher Hall. He premiered the Phillip Glass Concerto Fantasy for Two Timpanists and Orchestra, with fellow timpanist Jonathan Haas and the American Symphony Orchestra, led by Leon Botstein. His festival appearances span the US and Europe, most notably: Emilia Romagna, Ravinia Festival with the Chicago Symphony, Made in America with Seattle Symphony, Arizona Friends of Chamber Music, and the Percussive Arts Society International Conventions. Both percussionists currently study under Robert Van Sice as members of the Yale percussion studio. This week's podcast features Deitz and Stoyanov's performance of Peter Klatzow's "Ambient Resonances". http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/concert/klatzow_ambient_resonances.m4v Wed, 07 Mar 2007 13:30:00 EST Podcasts 10:09 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/education/bassdrum/gauger.html Tom Gauger This lesson focuses on finding the correct beating area on the drum for different musical applications. Tom Gauger has played percussion with the Boston Symphony and Boston Pops Orchestras for over 35 years and has also served on the faculty at Boston University and the Boston University Tanglewood Institute. Taken from Tom's lesson series on concert bass drumming, this lesson focuses on finding the correct beating area on the drum for different musical applications. Tom Gauger has played percussion with the Boston Symphony and Boston Pops Orchestras for over 35 years and has also served on the faculty at Boston University and the Boston University Tanglewood Institute. Taken from Tom's lesson series on concert bass drumming, this lesson focuses on finding the correct beating area on the drum for different musical applications. http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/concert/gaugerlesson2.m4v Wed, 28 Feb 2007 10:23:00 EST Podcasts 1:29 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/artists/rosauro.html UMiami Percussion Ensemble The UMiami Percussion Ensemble performs with guest Esther Jane Hardenbergh. Watch The University of Miami Percussion ensemble under the direction of Ney Rosauro and featuring Esther Jane Hardenbergh perform "Bachiana Brasileiras No. 5, Aria" by Hector Villa-Lobos and arranged by Rodrigo Morte. Watch The University of Miami Percussion ensemble under the direction of Ney Rosauro and featuring Esther Jane Hardenbergh perform "Bachiana Brasileiras No. 5, Aria" by Hector Villa-Lobos and arranged by Rodrigo Morte. http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/concert/umiami_aria.m4v Tue, 20 Feb 2007 14:36:00 EST Podcasts 5:43 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/artists/burton.html Gary Burton Watch this video of Gary improvising on the vibraphone over a 12 bar blues. Self-taught on the vibes, Gary Burton has carved out quite a reputation for himself, both as a performer and an educator. Watch this video of Gary improvising on the vibraphone over a 12 bar blues. Self-taught on the vibes, Gary Burton has carved out quite a reputation for himself, both as a performer and an educator. Watch this video of Gary improvising on the vibraphone over a 12 bar blues. http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/concert/burton_2-13.m4v Tue, 13 Feb 2007 13:16:00 EST Podcasts 3:06 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/artists/rosauro.html Ney Rosauro Watch Ney's product demonstration to hear about this line of mallets from the designer himself. Ney Rosauro designed this special series of marimba and vibraphone mallets to reflect the sound he desires for his award winning compositions. Watch Ney's product demonstration to hear about this line of mallets from the designer himself. Ney Rosauro designed this special series of marimba and vibraphone mallets to reflect the sound he desires for his award winning compositions. Watch Ney's product demonstration to hear about this line of mallets from the designer himself. http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/concert/rosauro_mallet_overview.m4v Tue, 06 Feb 2007 15:53:00 EST Podcasts 6:28 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/artists/vansice.html Robert Van Sice Watch our interview with Robert to hear about his teaching responsibilities and philosophies. Widely considered one of the most sought after educators for solo marimba, Robert Van Sice has presented master classes and clinics in over twenty countries around the world. Watch our interview with Robert to hear about his teaching responsibilities and philosophies. Widely considered one of the most sought after educators for solo marimba, Robert Van Sice has presented master classes and clinics in over twenty countries around the world. Watch our interview with Robert to hear about his teaching responsibilities and philosophies. http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/concert/vansice_int02.m4v Tue, 30 Jan 2007 13:33:00 EST Podcasts 5:48 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/artists/genis.html Tim Genis Tim Genis demonstrates his signature stick. In addition to his current position as the Principal Timpanist with the Boston Symphony Orchestra, Tim Genis has performed with the Rochester Philharmonic, the Hong Kong Philharmonic, the Honolulu Symphony, the Philharmonia Virtuosi and the Radio City Music Hall Orchestra. Watch Tim demonstrate his symphonic signature drumstick in this week's podcast! In addition to his current position as the Principal Timpanist with the Boston Symphony Orchestra, Tim Genis has performed with the Rochester Philharmonic, the Hong Kong Philharmonic, the Honolulu Symphony, the Philharmonia Virtuosi and the Radio City Music Hall Orchestra. Watch Tim demonstrate his symphonic signature drumstick in this week's podcast! http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/concert/genis_stg.m4v Tue, 23 Jan 2007 09:33:00 EST Podcasts 4:09 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/podcasts/concert.html Yale Percussion Group Featuring James Deitz James Deitz performs "Six Elegies Dancing, movement II: Intensely" by Jennifer Stasack. Percussionist James Deitz has studied at the Juilliard School, the Curtis Institute of Music and is currently pursuing his Associates Degree as a member of the Yale Percussion Studio. This week's podcast features James' performance of "Six Elegies Dancing, movement II: Intensely" by Jennifer Stasack. Percussionist James Deitz has studied at the Juilliard School, the Curtis Institute of Music and is currently pursuing his Associates Degree as a member of the Yale Percussion Studio. This week's podcast features James' performance of "Six Elegies Dancing, movement II: Intensely" by Jennifer Stasack. http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/concert/james_deitz_1.m4v Fri, 12 Jan 2007 10:32:00 EST Podcasts 4:27 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/features/UMASS_marimba_band.html UMASS Marimba Band The UMASS Marimba Band Performs La Esencia del Guanguanco by C. Curet Alonso, arranged by Damon Grant. The UMASS Marimba Band is an ensemble that provides students at the university with the opportunity to arrange, rehearse and perform music of their choice with their fellow students. This weeks podcast features the Marimba Band's performance of La Esencia del Guanguanco by C. Curet Alonso, arranged by Damon Grant. The UMASS Marimba Band is an ensemble that provides students at the university with the opportunity to arrange, rehearse and perform music of their choice with their fellow students. This weeks podcast features the Marimba Band's performance of La Esencia del Guanguanco by C. Curet Alonso, arranged by Damon Grant. http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/concert/umass_marimbas_12-06.m4v Thu, 04 Jan 2007 11:18:00 EST Podcasts 4:54 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/features.html Tom Gauger Percussionist Tom Gauger demonstrates concert bass drum dampening techniques. In this series of video lessons, percussionist and Vic Firth artist Tom Gauger breaks down a few of the basic skills necessary for playing the concert bass drum. This lesson focuses on dampening techniques. In this series of video lessons, percussionist and Vic Firth artist Tom Gauger breaks down a few of the basic skills necessary for playing the concert bass drum. This lesson focuses on dampening techniques. http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/concert/gauger_lesson4.m4v Wed, 27 Dec 2006 10:49:00 EST Podcasts 3:10 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com Wan Chun Liao Wan Chun Liao performs Ney Rosauro's "Concerto #2 for Marimba, 2nd Movement" Check out this video of the UMiami Percussion Ensemble performing "Concerto #2 for Marimba, 2nd Movement" by Ney Rosauro. This piece features Wan Chun Liao on marimba. Check out this video of the UMiami Percussion Ensemble performing "Concerto #2 for Marimba, 2nd Movement" by Ney Rosauro. This piece features Wan Chun Liao on marimba. http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/concert/umiami_marimba_concerto.m4v Wed, 20 Dec 2006 13:17:00 EST Podcasts 8:44 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/features/bresnick.html Martin Bresnick An Interview with composer Martin Bresnick about his concerto, "Grace." Martin Bresnick's compositions, from chamber and symphonic music to film scores and computer music, are performed throughout the world. We had a chance to sit down with Martin and talk about his marimba concerto "Grace." Check out the interview as well as performance clips featuring Robert Van Sice and Eduardo Leandro in this week's podcast. Martin Bresnick's compositions, from chamber and symphonic music to film scores and computer music, are performed throughout the world. We had a chance to sit down with Martin and talk about his marimba concerto "Grace." Check out the interview as well as performance clips featuring Robert Van Sice and Eduardo Leandro in this week's podcast. http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/concert/bresnick_int.m4v Wed, 13 Dec 2006 13:07:00 EST Podcasts 12:45 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/artists/leandro.html Eduardo Leandro Eduardo Leandro performs Astor Piazzolla's "L'histoire du tango, Cafe" in this week's concert podcast. Vic Firth artist and educator Eduardo Leandro is a Professor of Percussion at the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. Accompanied by Yeon-Su Kim on violin, Eduardo performs Astor Piazzolla's "L'histoire du tango, Cafe" in this week's concert podcast. Vic Firth artist and educator Eduardo Leandro is a Professor of Percussion at the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. Accompanied by Yeon-Su Kim on violin, Eduardo performs Astor Piazzolla's "L'histoire du tango, Cafe" in this week's concert podcast. http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/concert/leandro2.m4v Wed, 06 Dec 2006 09:37:00 EST Podcasts 6:42 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/artists/rosauro.html Ney Rosauro Watch as Ney performs his composition "Brazilian Landscape" - a musical journey through his native Brazil. Ney Rosauro is currently the Director of Percussion Studies at the University of Miami and has developed a successful international career as an educator, a percussionist and a composer. Watch as Ney performs his composition "Brazilian Landscape" - a musical journey through his native Brazil. Ney Rosauro is currently the Director of Percussion Studies at the University of Miami and has developed a successful international career as an educator, a percussionist and a composer. Watch as Ney performs his composition "Brazilian Landscape" - a musical journey through his native Brazil. http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/concert/rosauro_brazilian_landscape.m4v Tue, 28 Nov 2006 16:15:00 EST Podcasts 5:47 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/artists/mendoza.html Victor Mendoza Check out this video of Victor soloing on vibes. Vic Firth artist and educator, Victor Mendoza, is considered by critics around the world to be one of today's finest Latin jazz artists. In addition to being a highly skilled vibraphonist, Mr. Mendoza is also a professor at the Berklee College of Music, regularly conducting master classes at major music schools and universities around the world. Check out this video of Victor playing a vibraphone solo. Vic Firth artist and educator, Victor Mendoza, is considered by critics around the world to be one of today's finest Latin jazz artists. In addition to being a highly skilled vibraphonist, Mr. Mendoza is also a professor at the Berklee College of Music, regularly conducting master classes at major music schools and universities around the world. Check out this video of Victor playing a vibraphone solo. http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/concert/mendoza1.m4v Wed, 15 Nov 2006 15:30:00 EST Podcasts 2:33 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/education/bassdrum/gauger.html Tom Gauger Tom breaks down some of the fundamental skills required for concert bass drumming including playing position, stroke and dampening techniques. Tom Gauger has played percussion with the Boston Symphony and Boston Pops Orchestras for over 35 years and has also served on the faculty at Boston University and the Boston University Tanglewood Institute. In this lesson series, Tom breaks down some of the fundamental skills required for concert bass drumming including playing position, stroke and dampening techniques. Tom Gauger has played percussion with the Boston Symphony and Boston Pops Orchestras for over 35 years and has also served on the faculty at Boston University and the Boston University Tanglewood Institute. In this lesson series, Tom breaks down some of the fundamental skills required for concert bass drumming including playing position, stroke and dampening techniques. http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/concert/gauger_lesson1.m4v Tue, 07 Nov 2006 13:54:00 EST Podcasts 0:57 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/features.html University of Miami Marimba Quartet Members of the University of Miami Marimba Quartet perform "O burrico de Pau" by Antonio Carlos Gomez (arranged by Fernando Hashimoto). This week's concert podcast features a performance from the University of Miami Marimba Quartet, under the direction of Ney Rosauro. Watch as Lizzie Galvan (mar. 1 with M224), Simon Gomez (mar. 2 with M223), Jessica Muniz (mar. 3 with M222) and Dani Marham (mar. 4 with M221) perform "O burrico de Pau" by Antonio Carlos Gomez (arranged by Fernando Hashimoto). The four different models from the Rosauro Signature Series produce completely contrasting sounds that enhance the 4 voices of the piece. This week's concert podcast features a performance from the University of Miami Marimba Quartet, under the direction of Ney Rosauro. Watch as Lizzie Galvan (mar. 1 with M224), Simon Gomez (mar. 2 with M223), Jessica Muniz (mar. 3 with M222) and Dani Marham (mar. 4 with M221) perform "O burrico de Pau" by Antonio Carlos Gomez (arranged by Fernando Hashimoto). The four different models from the Rosauro Signature Series produce completely contrasting sounds that enhance the 4 voices of the piece. http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/concert/umiami1.m4v Thu, 02 Nov 2006 11:36:00 EST Podcasts 4:06 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/features.html Yale Percussion Group Members of the Yale Percussion Group perform "Third Construction" by John Cage. Written in 1941 for percussion quartet, "Third Construction" by John Cage is one of the premier percussion compositions of the 20th century. Check out a performance of this piece by Svet Stoyanov, John Daub, Josh Quillen and Jeff Jones of the Yale Percussion Group. Written in 1941 for percussion quartet, "Third Construction" by John Cage is one of the premier percussion compositions of the 20th century. Check out a performance of this piece by Svet Stoyanov, John Daub, Josh Quillen and Jeff Jones of the Yale Percussion Group. http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/concert/yale_3rd_construction.m4v Tue, 24 Oct 2006 12:00:00 EST Podcasts 10:06 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/features/clearbrook.html Clearbrook High Schoool Clearbrook High School performs Electric Counterpoint - a piece by Steve Reich and Chris Retschulte. Vic Firth presents the Clearbrook High School Percussion Ensemble, under the direction of Vic Firth Education Team member Chris Retschulte. Check out the video of these young percussionists performing Electric Counterpoint - a piece by Steve Reich and Chris Retschulte. Vic Firth presents the Clearbrook High School Percussion Ensemble, under the direction of Vic Firth Education Team member Chris Retschulte. Check out the video of these young percussionists performing Electric Counterpoint - a piece by Steve Reich and Chris Retschulte. http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/concert/clearbrook.m4v Wed, 18 Oct 2006 12:12:00 EST Podcasts 2:51 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/features/marassa.html Marassa Duo The Marassa Duo perform their composition, Song Roads. Featuring James Armstrong and Nicholas Papador, the Marassa Duo's music provides a unique chamber setting that includes elements of traditional concert music, world music, mallet percussion, contemporary classical and jazz. Check out this video of the duo performing part one of Nicholas Papador's composition, Song Roads. Featuring James Armstrong and Nicholas Papador, the Marassa Duo's music provides a unique chamber setting that includes elements of traditional concert music, world music, mallet percussion, contemporary classical and jazz. Check out this video of the duo performing part one of Nicholas Papador's composition, Song Roads. http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/concert/marassa1.m4v Tue, 10 Oct 2006 14:05:00 EST Podcasts 7:59 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/features.html Lalo Vibraphonist and composer, Lalo, performs a vibe solo. From her New York City apartment come the unique sounds of jazz with a contemporary twist. Dubbed "The Vibe Queen" by the Village Voice, vibraphonist and composer Lalo has a musical style all her own. Check out this video of Lalo performing "Dance" from her self-titled debut CD. In addition, this piece will soon be published in a collection of solos for vibraphone. From her New York City apartment come the unique sounds of jazz with a contemporary twist. Dubbed "The Vibe Queen" by the Village Voice, vibraphonist and composer Lalo has a musical style all her own. Check out this video of Lalo performing "Dance" from her self-titled debut CD. In addition, this piece will soon be published in a collection of solos for vibraphone. http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/concert/lalo1.m4v Wed, 04 Oct 2006 13:00:00 EST Podcasts 4:32 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/features/DCI2006_IE.html Frank Gonzalez Frank Gonzalez performs a Marimba solo. Each year, DCI hosts a solo and ensemble contest for the top percussionists, winds and colorguard members in the Drum Corps activity. Frank Gonzalez of the Blue Knights was the 2006 keyboard champion. Check out this video of Frank's championship marimba performance in Madison, WI. Each year, DCI hosts a solo and ensemble contest for the top percussionists, winds and colorguard members in the Drum Corps activity. Frank Gonzalez of the Blue Knights was the 2006 keyboard champion. Check out this video of Frank's championship marimba performance in Madison, WI. http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/concert/ie_gonzalez.m4v Thu, 28 Sep 2006 14:40:00 EST Podcasts 3:55 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/education/timpani/marrs.html Stuart Marrs Stuart Marrs performs the solo timpani works of Elliott Carter. Elliott Carter's solo timpani works of the 1960s represent the benchmark by which all subsequent compositions of this genre have been measured. Check out this video of timpanist Dr. Stuart Marrs performing Carter's solo piece, "March." Elliott Carter's solo timpani works of the 1960s represent the benchmark by which all subsequent compositions of this genre have been measured. Check out this video of timpanist Dr. Stuart Marrs performing Carter's solo piece, "March." http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/concert/marrs.m4v Wed, 20 Sep 2006 10:15:00 EST Podcasts 2:59 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/features.html Svet Stoyanov Svet Stoyanov performs a solo on the marimba Bulgarian-born percussionist, Svet Stoyanov has been hailed for his musical virtuosity by fellow musicians and audiences throughout Europe and the United States. Check out this video featuring Svet's performance of Khan Variations by Alejandro Vinao. Bulgarian-born percussionist, Svet Stoyanov has been hailed for his musical virtuosity by fellow musicians and audiences throughout Europe and the United States. Check out this video featuring Svet's performance of Khan Variations by Alejandro Vinao. http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/concert/svet_1.m4v Tue, 12 Sep 2006 11:25:00 EST Podcasts 2:05 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/features/UMASS_marimba_band.html UMASS Marimba Band The UMASS Marimba Band performs Paul Simon's Still Crazy After All These Years. Under the direction of Vic Firth signature artist and DCI Hall of Famer, Thom Hannum, The UMASS Marimba Band provides students at the university with the opportunity to arrange, rehearse and perform music of their choice with their fellow students. In the past, the ensemble has performed the music of Bela Fleck, Michel Camilo and Pat Metheny. Check out the UMASS Marimba Band's rendition of Paul Simon's Still Crazy After All These Years, arranged by Gabriel Mardoc. Special thanks to Andrew Geller, Jesse Schiff and James O'Conner for production and camera work. Under the direction of Vic Firth signature artist and DCI Hall of Famer, Thom Hannum, The UMASS Marimba Band provides students at the university with the opportunity to arrange, rehearse and perform music of their choice with their fellow students. In the past, the ensemble has performed the music of Bela Fleck, Michel Camilo and Pat Metheny. Check out the UMASS Marimba Band's rendition of Paul Simon's Still Crazy After All These Years, arranged by Gabriel Mardoc. Special thanks to Andrew Geller, Jesse Schiff and James O'Conner for production and camera work. http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/concert/umass_still_crazy.m4v Thu, 31 Aug 2006 13:37:00 EST Podcasts 4:27 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/artists/varner.html Michael Varner Michael Varner performs George B Chave's Strike! Dr. Michael Varner is currently the Professor of Percussion at the University of Texas at Arlington, a position he has held for 24 years. He received his Doctorate in Percussion Performance from the University of North Texas with his dissertation on The Marimba Concerti of David Maslanka. This video features Dr. Varner's performance of George B Chave's Strike! Dr. Michael Varner is currently the Professor of Percussion at the University of Texas at Arlington, a position he has held for 24 years. He received his Doctorate in Percussion Performance from the University of North Texas with his dissertation on The Marimba Concerti of David Maslanka. This video features Dr. Varner's performance of George B Chave's Strike! http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/concert/varner_strike.m4v Thu, 24 Aug 2006 10:52:00 EST Podcasts 4:34 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/features/UMASS_marimba_band.html UMASS Marimba Band The UMASS Marimba Band performs Have You Heard by Pat Metheny The UMASS Marimba Band was formed in 2005 by Vic Firth signature artist and DCI Hall of Famer, Thom Hannum. In this essentially member-run ensemble, the students take much of the arranging and rehearsal management into their own hands. This video features Olin Johannessen's arrangement of Have You Heard by Pat Metheny. The UMASS Marimba Band was formed in 2005 by Vic Firth signature artist and DCI Hall of Famer, Thom Hannum. In this essentially member-run ensemble, the students take much of the arranging and rehearsal management into their own hands. This video features Olin Johannessen's arrangement of Have You Heard by Pat Metheny. http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/concert/haveyou.m4v Thu, 17 Aug 2006 01:05:00 EST Podcasts 5:37 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/artists/vansice.html Robert Van Sice Robert Van Sice Performs Selections From New Commission, Estudios de Frontera Robert Van Sice performs a newly commissioned work by Alejandro Vinao entitled Estudio de Frontera. The selections from this performance were from a masterclass at the University of Maryland and include percussionists John Kilkenny, Adam Green, James Swarts and John Biessi. More information about the piece may be obtained at http://www.vinao.com/Estudios%20de%20Frontera.html Robert Van Sice performs a newly commissioned work by Alejandro Vinao entitled Estudio de Frontera. The selections from this performance were from a masterclass at the University of Maryland and include percussionists John Kilkenny, Adam Green, James Swarts and John Biessi. More information about the piece may be obtained at http://www.vinao.com/Estudios%20de%20Frontera.html http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/concert/vansice_estudios_8-06.m4v Fri, 11 Aug 2006 01:25:00 EST Podcasts 1:58 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/artists/jung.html Ji Hye Jung Check out this talented young marimbist in action. Since starting her musical education at the age of five, South Korean marimbist, Ji Hye Jung has studied under Robert Van Sice and collaborated with composers such as Martin Bresnick and Erza Laderman. Check out Ji Hye's performance of Chain by Kazunori Miyake. Since starting her musical education at the age of five, South Korean marimbist, Ji Hye Jung has studied under Robert Van Sice and collaborated with composers such as Martin Bresnick and Erza Laderman. Check out Ji Hye's performance of Chain by Kazunori Miyake. http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/concert/jung1.m4v Tue, 01 Aug 2006 10:50:00 EST Podcasts 1:58 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/education/features/portsmouth.html Portsmouth High School Percussion Ensemble Check out this video of the Portsmouth High School Percussion Ensemble The percussion ensemble is one of many after school music activities offered to students at Portsmouth High School in Portsmouth, NH. Under the direction of Vic Firth Education Team member Steve Cirillo, the PHS Percussion Ensemble has been named the 2003 WGI Scholastic Concert Open Class World Champions and the 2004 PSCO Silver Medalists. Check out this video to see these talented young musicians perform the Shostakovich Symphony #5! The percussion ensemble is one of many after school music activities offered to students at Portsmouth High School in Portsmouth, NH. Under the direction of Vic Firth Education Team member Steve Cirillo, the PHS Percussion Ensemble has been named the 2003 WGI Scholastic Concert Open Class World Champions and the 2004 PSCO Silver Medalists. Check out this video to see these talented young musicians perform the Shostakovich Symphony #5! http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/concert/portsmouth.m4v Wed, 26 Jul 2006 11:40:00 EST Podcasts 6:37 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/features/factorytour.html How our sticks are made. Check out how the world's number one drumstick is made! From the sawmill to your local music store, Vic Firth sticks and mallets are held to the highest standards of quality. Take a virtual tour of our production facilities in Newport, ME and see why the worlds best and most demanding drummers choose the "Perfect Pair" - Vic Firth. From the sawmill to your local music store, Vic Firth sticks and mallets are held to the highest standards of quality. Take a virtual tour of our production facilities in Newport, ME and see why the worlds best and most demanding drummers choose the "Perfect Pair" - Vic Firth. http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/concert/manufacturing.m4v Thu, 20 Jul 2006 13:12:00 EST Podcasts 8:59 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/artists/varner.html Michael Varner A performance video of percussionist Michael Varner. Dr. Michael Varner has served as a professor of percussion at the University of Texas at Arlington for the last 24 years. In preparation for the national release of his solo CD, Dr. Varner is currently presenting a series of recitals featuring both time-honored and newly composed works for percussion. This week's video features Dr. Varner's performance of Keiko Abe's "Ancient Vase." Dr. Michael Varner has served as a professor of percussion at the University of Texas at Arlington for the last 24 years. In preparation for the national release of his solo CD, Dr. Varner is currently presenting a series of recitals featuring both time-honored and newly composed works for percussion. This week's video features Dr. Varner's performance of Keiko Abe's "Ancient Vase." http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/concert/varner_ancient_vase.m4v Thu, 13 Jul 2006 14:37:00 EST Podcasts 5:34 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/artists/mendoza.html Victor Mendoza An interview with vabraphonist and jazz educator, Victor Mendoza. Vic Firth artist and educator, Victor Mendoza, is considered by critics around the world to be one of today's finest Latin jazz artists. In addition to being a highly skilled vibraphonist, Mr. Mendoza is also a professor at the Berklee College of Music, regularly conducting master classes at major music schools and universities around the world. In this exclusive interview, Victor talks about his career in music and demonstrates some of his vibraphone skills. Vic Firth artist and educator, Victor Mendoza, is considered by critics around the world to be one of today's finest Latin jazz artists. In addition to being a highly skilled vibraphonist, Mr. Mendoza is also a professor at the Berklee College of Music, regularly conducting master classes at major music schools and universities around the world. In this exclusive interview, Victor talks about his career in music and demonstrates some of his vibraphone skills. http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/concert/mendoza.m4v Thu, 06 Jul 2006 10:52:00 EST Podcasts 5:51 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/features/UMASS_marimba_band.html 2006 UMASS Marimba Band The 2006 UMASS Marimba Band Performs "On Fire" by Michel Camilo. The UMASS Marimba Band provides students at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst with the opportunity to hone their arranging and performance skills through the application of popular music. Check out this video featuring the 2006 UMASS Marimba Band's rendition of Michel Camilo's "On Fire." Special thanks to Andrew Geller, Jesse Schiff and James O'Conner for production and camera work. The UMASS Marimba Band provides students at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst with the opportunity to hone their arranging and performance skills through the application of popular music. Check out this video featuring the 2006 UMASS Marimba Band's rendition of Michel Camilo's "On Fire." Special thanks to Andrew Geller, Jesse Schiff and James O'Conner for production and camera work. http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/concert/UMASS_marimbas_06.m4v Tue, 27 Jun 2006 12:26:00 EST Podcasts 5:27 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/features/DCI2005_IE.html SC Vanguard Percussion Ensemble The 2005 SCV Percussion Ensemble Performs at the DCI Ensemble Competition. Every year, young musicians come to compete at the Drum Corps International individual and ensemble competition. This competition provides percussionists, winds, and colorguard members with an opportunity to showcase their original compositions and most importantly, have fun! This week's video features a performance by the 2005 Santa Clara Vanguard Percussion Ensemble. Every year, young musicians come to compete at the Drum Corps International individual and ensemble competition. This competition provides percussionists, winds, and colorguard members with an opportunity to showcase their original compositions and most importantly, have fun! This week's video features a performance by the 2005 Santa Clara Vanguard Percussion Ensemble. http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/concert/scv_perc.m4v Tue, 20 Jun 2006 12:02:00 EST Podcasts 3:57 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/education/keyboard/howarth.html Gifford Howarth Percussionist Gifford Howarth performs a four-mallet piece for marimba. Gifford Howarth received his Bachelors of Music degree from Ithaca College and his Masters in Percussion Performance from Kent State University. Mr. Howarth is a very active recitalist, clinician, and masterclass teacher focusing on mallet percussion. Check out this video of Gifford Howarth demonstrating his four-mallet technique. Gifford Howarth received his Bachelors of Music degree from Ithaca College and his Masters in Percussion Performance from Kent State University. Mr. Howarth is a very active recitalist, clinician, and masterclass teacher focusing on mallet percussion. Check out this video of Gifford Howarth demonstrating his four-mallet technique. http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/concert/howarth.m4v Tue, 13 Jun 2006 12:51:00 EST Podcasts 1:44 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/products/gauger.html Tom Gauger A video interview with world-renowned percussionist Tom Gauger. Tom Gauger developed his line of sticks and mallets during his 35+ year career with the Boston Symphony and Boston Pops Orchestras and as an educator at Boston University and the Boston University Tanglewood Institute. Each product was developed on the job and for the job, designed to solve a technical problem or achieve a desired sound. In this video, Tom discusses the inception of his signature series of mallets and their applications as he has experienced them in Boston's Symphony Hall. Tom Gauger developed his line of sticks and mallets during his 35+ year career with the Boston Symphony and Boston Pops Orchestras and as an educator at Boston University and the Boston University Tanglewood Institute. Each product was developed on the job and for the job, designed to solve a technical problem or achieve a desired sound. In this video, Tom discusses the inception of his signature series of mallets and their applications as he has experienced them in Boston's Symphony Hall. http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/concert/gauger.m4v Thu, 08 Jun 2006 12:26:00 EST Podcasts 5:39 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/features/UMASS_marimba_band.html UMASS Marimba Band The UMASS Marimba Band Performs Michel Camilo's "From Within" The UMASS Marimba Band was formed in 2005 by Thom Hannum to provide the opportunity for students to gain experience in arranging techniques, as well as performance opportunities of popular music transcriptions. This video features Keith Karlson's arrangement of "From Within" by Michel Camilo. The UMASS Marimba Band was formed in 2005 by Thom Hannum to provide the opportunity for students to gain experience in arranging techniques, as well as performance opportunities of popular music transcriptions. This video features Keith Karlson's arrangement of "From Within" by Michel Camilo. http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/drumset/concert/UMASS-from_within.m4v Tue, 23 May 2006 14:45:00 CST Podcasts 5:11 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/artists/jung.html Ji Hye Jung Ji Hye Jung performs Keiko Abe's "Variations on Children's Songs" Watch this exciting new talent from South Korea perform Keiko Abe's Variation on Children's Songs! Stay tuned to vicfirth.com for our video interview with Ji Hye, including more performance videos. Watch this exciting new talent from South Korea perform Keiko Abe's Variation on Children's Songs! Stay tuned to vicfirth.com for our video interview with Ji Hye, including more performance videos. http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/drumset/concert/jung.m4v Tue, 16 May 2006 09:00:00 CST Podcasts 6:55 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/artists/burton.html Gary Burton Gary Burton demonstrates his Vic Firth Signature M25 Vibe Mallet As a 5 time Grammy winner and 12 time nominee, Gary Burton has shared the stage with countless artists, including Chick Corea, Pat Metheny, Roy Haynes, and Dave Holland. In this video, Gary explains the development of his signature vibe and demonstrates with a 12 bar blues improvisation. As a 5 time Grammy winner and 12 time nominee, Gary Burton has shared the stage with countless artists, including Chick Corea, Pat Metheny, Roy Haynes, and Dave Holland. In this video, Gary explains the development of his signature vibe and demonstrates with a 12 bar blues improvisation. http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/drumset/concert/burton.m4v Tue, 09 May 2006 14:00:00 CST Podcasts 4:19 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/products/ensemblekeyboard.html UMASS Marimba Band The UMASS Marimba Band Performs George Hamilto Green's popular rag, "Xylophonia" The University of Massachuetts Marimba Band, under the direction of Thom Hannum, performs one of George Hamilton Green's most popular rags, "Xylophonia". The University of Massachuetts Marimba Band, under the direction of Thom Hannum, performs one of George Hamilton Green's most popular rags, "Xylophonia". http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/drumset/concert/umass_xylophonia.m4v Tue, 02 May 2006 13:00:00 CST Podcasts 3:15 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/artists/vansice.html Robert Van Sice Robert Van Sice demonstrates his signature mallets using excerpts from the marimba literature Respected internationally as a soloist, teacher and masterclass instructor, Robert Van Sice designed this series of yarn would marimba mallets with an exclusive hand-wrapping technique that virtually eliminates the sound of bar contact.This video includes Robert's thoughts behind the design and implementation of each mallet, as well as a demonstration with excerpts from the marimba literature. Respected internationally as a soloist, teacher and masterclass instructor, Robert Van Sice designed this series of yarn would marimba mallets with an exclusive hand-wrapping technique that virtually eliminates the sound of bar contact.This video includes Robert's thoughts behind the design and implementation of each mallet, as well as a demonstration with excerpts from the marimba literature. http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/drumset/concert/van_sice_mallet_demo.m4v Wed, 26 Apr 2006 10:00:00 CST Podcasts 8:43 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/features/vic_firth_company_history.html Vic Firth Vic Firth talks about his company's history and continued developments For over 40 years, Vic Firth has been a leader in design, innovation and technology. He has pioneered new concepts and methods to constantly improve upon the manufacturing process, resulting in the world's best drumsticks and mallets. In this video feature, Vic traces the development of the company, from its humble beginnings (when he hand whittled the first pair of SD1's) to the automated computer pairing system we use today. For over 40 years, Vic Firth has been a leader in design, innovation and technology. He has pioneered new concepts and methods to constantly improve upon the manufacturing process, resulting in the world's best drumsticks and mallets. In this video feature, Vic traces the development of the company, from its humble beginnings (when he hand whittled the first pair of SD1's) to the automated computer pairing system we use today. http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/drumset/concert/vic_firth_company_history.m4v Tue, 18 Apr 2006 10:00:00 CST Podcasts 14:54 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/artists/eduardo_leandro.html Eduardo Leandro Marimbist Eduardo Leandro performs Alejandro Vinao's "Khan Variations" at PASIC 2005 Vic Firth artist and educator Eduardo Leandro, Professor of Percussion at the University of Massachuetts at Amherst performs Alejandro Vinao's "Khan Variations" at the Percussive Arts Society's International Convention in Columbus, Ohio. Vic Firth artist and educator Eduardo Leandro, Professor of Percussion at the University of Massachuetts at Amherst performs Alejandro Vinao's "Khan Variations" at the Percussive Arts Society's International Convention in Columbus, Ohio. http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/drumset/concert/eduardo_leandro_KHAN_VARIATIONS.m4v Thu, 06 Apr 2006 10:00:00 CST Podcasts 9:10 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/features/UTA_SORCERY.html UTA Percussion Ensemble The University of Texas at Arlington Percussion Ensemble performs Dr. Michael Varner's "Sorcery" Under the direction of Dr. Michael Varner, the University of Texas at Arlington Percussion Ensemble performs "Sorcery!", an original work by Varner which features 20th century harmony and driving timpani ostinato. Under the direction of Dr. Michael Varner, the University of Texas at Arlington Percussion Ensemble performs "Sorcery!", an original work by Varner which features 20th century harmony and driving timpani ostinato. http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/drumset/concert/UTA2005_Sorcery.mp4 Thu, 06 Apr 2006 10:00:00 CST Podcasts 5:06 No marimba, keyboard, percussion, concert, ensemble mallets http://www.vicfirth.com/education/bassdrum/gauger.html Tom Gauger Boston Symphony Orchestra member Tom Gauger breaks down the necessary skills for playing the concert bass drum Tom Gauger has played percussion with the Boston Symphony and Boston Pops Orchestras for over 35 years and has also served on the faculty at Boston University and the Boston University Tanglewood Institute. In this series of video lessons, Tom breaks down a few of the basic skills necessary for playing the concert bass drum. In this lesson, Tom talks about establishing the correct playing position. Tom Gauger has played percussion with the Boston Symphony and Boston Pops Orchestras for over 35 years and has also served on the faculty at Boston University and the Boston University Tanglewood Institute. In this series of video lessons, Tom breaks down a few of the basic skills necessary for playing the concert bass drum. In this lesson, Tom talks about establishing the correct playing position. http://vicfirth.com/podcasts/drumset/concert/tom_gauger_lesson1.m4v Thu, 06 Apr 2006 10:00:00 CST Podcasts 0:57 No bass drum, percussion, concert, ensemble, mallets No