During his interview for Percussion Magazine, John Lawless (Director of Percussion Studies, Kennesaw State University) shared some tips for students.
Some Tips for Percussion Students by John Lawless Open »
John Lawless is the principal timpanist for the Atlanta Opera Orchestra, Georgia Symphony, Columbus (GA) Symphony, and the Johns Creek Symphony. He held this position in the Chattanooga Symphony and Opera Orchestra for 21 seasons. John started subbing with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra in 1978 and still plays, tours, and records with them to this day. This year marks John’s 25th year as Director of Percussion Studies at Kennesaw State University.
John Lawless: “No One Wants to Hear You Say How Good You Are; Just Play!” Open »
Vadim Karpinos (Assistant Principal Timpani and Percussion, Chicago Symphony) addresses in this interview some concerns about the orchestral audition process.
Vadim Karpinos on the Audition Process Open »
Vadim Karpinos is the only percussionist in the Chicago Symphony Orchestra who plays in the timpani and percussion sections. In this interview, he talks about his career, gives us some tips, and even shares an interesting PDF technique exercise.
Vadim Karpinos: “Always Try to Get Better Even When You’re Good at Something” Open »
Alessandra Belloni tells us about her research on the Black Madonna and her musical project around this goddess that comes from ancient times.
The Voyage of the Black Madonna Open »
Alessandra Belloni talks to Percussion Magazine about the use of the tambourine in her musical and dance projects, and its healing power.
Alessandra Belloni, the Tambourine and the Power of “Tarantella” Open »
We sit down with Italian singer, teacher, ethnomusicologist, and percussionist Alessandra Belloni to discuss her experiences learning tambourine from the people of Southern Italy and the role in bringing the music associated with the Black Madonna to people all over the world.
We are excited to introduce Percussion Magazine’s Featured Artist for March: Alessandra Belloni.
Alessandra Belloni: 21 Important Dates in Her Life Open »
Dom Moio, celebrated jazz drummer and faculty member at Arizona State University, recommends some books on drum technique.
Drum Technique Books Recommended by Dom Moio Open »
Dominick Moio is a lecturer in the Jazz Studies program at Arizona State University’s Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts, with a career of more than 50 years teaching.
