In my previous post, I talked with the members of the MET Orchestra about the unique challenges that playing opera presents to percussionists and timpanists. What does all that mean for a freelancer who is called in to play extra or fill in on a handful of performances during a run — Or maybe even just one performance of something at the very last minute?
Read MoreThe Percussionists and Timpanists of the MET Orchestra On Playing Opera vs. Symphonic Repertoire
What are some of the differences and unique challenges of playing timpani and percussion in opera vs. symphonic repertoire? Let's ask the timpanists and percussionists of the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra to find out!
Read MoreStudent Essentials - Building a Mallet Collection: Part 2
In Student Essentials - Building a Mallet Collection: Part 1, we discussed some things to keep in mind when purchasing mallets. In Part 2, I break down what you really need to have as the backbone of your mallet collection and why you need it, all while staying within a reasonable budget.
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This is the first entry in my Student Essentials series: a collection of posts geared toward the serious high school percussionist. Insights, advice, tips, etc. - Basically everything I wish someone had told me when I was a teenager!
Read MoreWELCOME!!!
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