Vic Firth Drumset VIDEO Podcast show

Vic Firth Drumset VIDEO Podcast

Summary: Vic Firth, the world's largest manufacturer of drumsticks and mallets, brings you interviews, lessons, and performances from the world's hottest drumset artists and educators!

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Podcasts:

 PERFORMANCE SPOTLIGHT: Zoro and Daniel Glass | File Type: video/x-m4a | Duration: 7:36

Check out Zoro and Daniel Glass' PASIC 2009 clinic on "The Commandments of Early Rhythm and Blues", a tour through some of the most important grooves and drummers who shaped early rock and roll.

 PERFORMANCE SPOTLIGHT: Cindy Blackman | File Type: video/x-m4a | Duration: 11:07

Don't miss this video of Cindy Blackman performing atthe 2009 Montreal Drumfest! When She'll defy your expectations, bewilder you with her onslaught, and leave you breathless. Think you've witnessed extraordinary control, awesome power, and a vast dynamic range? You ain't seen nothing.

 VIDEO INTERVIEW: Marcie Chapa | File Type: video/x-m4a | Duration: 6:39

We caught up with Marcie rehearsing at S.I.R. for Beyoncé's current world tour! Hear her talk about how she got her start as a percussionist, as well as what it is like to go out on the road with Beyoncé!

 DVD PREVIEW: Aaron Spears: Beyond the Chops | File Type: video/x-m4a | Duration: 9:23

Check out this special sneak preview of Aaron Spears' upcoming Double-DVD from Hudson Music! Aaron Spears: Beyond the Chops is available NOW for preorder on the Hudson Music website and will be shipping October 9th, 2009! (http://store.hudsonmusic.com/products/productdetail/part_number=HL00320907/1731.0.1.1)

 VIDEO INTERVIEW: Jojo Mayer Part IV | File Type: video/x-m4a | Duration: 7:27

In our fourth and final installment of our video interview with Vic Firth signature artist Jojo Mayer, Jojo talks reclaiming the drummer's role in music, technique, and his signature drumstick!

 VIDEO INTERVIEW: Jojo Mayer Part III | File Type: video/x-m4a | Duration: 5:39

In part 3 of our interview series with Jojo Mayer, Jojo talks about the importance of listening and communication in the art of drumming.

 VIDEO INTERVIEW: Jojo Mayer Part II | File Type: video/x-m4a | Duration: 5:05

Check out the second installment in our 4-part interview series with Jojo Mayer, where Jojo talks about seeking out the spirit of innovation. This videos includes clips from his popular “Secret Weapons” DVD.

 VIDEO INTERVIEW: Jojo Mayer | File Type: video/x-m4a | Duration: 5:13

In this first installment of our four-part interview series with Jojo Mayer, Jojo talks about playing at an early age and the effect that no formal training had on his musical style.

 VIDEO INTERVIEW: John Tempesta | File Type: video/x-m4a | Duration: 6:10

We caught up with Vic Firth artist John Tempesta in his studio to talk about how he got his start and some milestones in his long career as a professional drummer. This interview also features performance clips from THE CULT Live at the Fillmore! Don't miss your chance to meet John in person at his upcoming clinic dates: July 13th (Dave Phillips Music - Allentown, PA) July 14th (Sam Ash - Springfield, NJ) July 16th (Alto Music - Middletown, NY) July 17th (Long Island Drum Center - Plainview, NY)

 INTERVIEW SPOTLIGHT: Jon Karel | File Type: video/x-m4a | Duration: 10:23

The son of a drummer, Jon took an interest to the instrument at an early age. Watch our interview with Jon to hear about how he cut his teeth in the late 90's NYC heavy metal scene and how he got hooked up with his current gig, The Number 12 Looks Like You.

 PERFORMANCE SPOTLIGHT: Zoro | File Type: video/x-m4a | Duration: 2:17

Zoro is one of the funkiest drummers on the contemporary music scene today. His stellar playing has led to an impressive range of gigs with musicians from around the world. Don't miss this clip of Zoro in action!

 PERFORMANCE SPOTLIGHT: Ndugu Chancler | File Type: video/x-m4a | Duration: 12:54

Ndugu Chancler is known not only as a world-class drummer and percussionist, but also as a producer, composer, clinician and educator. A three-time Grammy nominee, he has to his credit an extensive list of performances, recordings, original compositions and productions. Check out this clip of Ndugu performing at PASIC 2007!

 PERFORMANCE SPOTLIGHT: Grant Collins | File Type: video/x-m4a | Duration: 9:20

Grant Collins is one of the forerunners in the industry, forever pushing the boundaries of music and leading the cutting edge of creative and unconventional drumming. His approach defies stereotypical drum set methodologies with his innovative and enthralling solo drum set compositions. Check out this clip of Grant performing one of his copmpositions at PASIC 2007!

 PERFORMANCE SPOTLIGHT: Lenny White | File Type: video/x-m4a | Duration: 4:36

Vic Firth signature artist, Lenny White has a long history in the music industry as a performer, recording artist, producer and composer. In this weeks podcast, we've reached way back into the vault to bring you this very special video performance featuring Lenny alongside Chick Corea, Stanley Clarke and Al Di Meola with Return to Forever.

 ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Stanley Randolph, drummer for Stevie Wonder | File Type: video/x-m4a | Duration: 5:25

An excerpt from Stanley Randolph’s 2008 PASIC clinic, featuring some extensive solo work. Be sure to check out vicfirth.com for Stanley’s entire clinic, featuring some great play-alongs of Steve Wonder’s hit tunes!

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