Episode 31 with Elizabeth DeLamater

Elizabeth is a BSP Educator, who has taught, performed and lectured around the world...most recently in Trinidad right before the Pandemic, which we spend some time talking about. She also has her own podcast called Art Lives, is a steel pan authority, and is the chair of the PAS Diversity Alliance which we learn all more about during our conversation. PLUS, Elizabeth recently released a new composition titled "Transitions for Solo Snare Drum": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_XBpOBXFFGw

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Music from this episodeTransitions for Solo Snare Drum by Elizabeth DeLamater: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_XBpOBXFFGw

High Mass arranged by Paul G. Ross: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mKyd2Hg2i54

High Mass arranged by Clive Bradley: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0PG-onZumw4

Bernard Woma and the Saakumu Dance Troupe from Ghana: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mySAxf8AZRM

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Episode 30 with Josh Jones

It's been almost two years ago since our first conversation with Josh Jones, and A LOT has been going on in his life. Besides winning a new position with the Kansas City Symphony and getting married, Josh seems to be endlessly developing, producing and presenting new resources for percussionists. We try to focus on a recent masterclass he presented called Acting Musical, but like most episodes, we fall into a maze of rabbit holes.

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Music from this episode

Bach in G Minor: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Gl5arNJVYQ&t=5s

Cross Corners: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rIOclTs120Q

Hikoi Percussion Concerto: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nQK6ULE_xHQ

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Episode 29 with Donnie Johns

Besides keeping an active teaching and performing schedule in the DC area, Donnie Johns also coordinates both the DMV percussion and music academy. We initially reached out to Donnie to talk about a short, yet very concise, article he wrote for PAS last Fall titled "The Percussionist as Entrepreneur". This is a topic that has come up several times over the last year with other guests, so it was nice to hear Donnie’s perspective, insight and additional comments on the subject.

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The Percussionist as Entrepreneur

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Music from this episode

Tim Adams - "Here We Go Again": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wwYr3HxVMa0

Joe W. Moore III - "Benedict(us)": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sBA3DID8dUw&t=1s

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Episode 28 with Anthony Di Sanza

Tony has been a long time friend and supporter of Black Swamp Percussion, going back to the early years when Eric was making tambourines and timpani mallets out of his garage in Adrian, MI. If you want to hear more about that era, check out the two BSP Origin Story Episodes we released last year or so.

Tony just wrapped up a video recording project with his Union Duo partner Todd Hammes, called Tubes and More. The duo dropped two new videos a week on YouTube for the last 7 weeks. You’ll hear some excerpts of these recordings during the podcast, and you can view full performances on Tony's YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/user/adisanza

Tony has also been working with Tom Curry and Mark Hetzler, fellow University of Wisconsin-Madison colleagues, having released a CD last Fall titled "Don’t Look Down". This is a super interesting mix of Tuba, Trombone and percussion, which includes electronics, sequencing and processing A really unexpected and unique project. Listen here: https://curryhetzlerdisanza.bandcamp.com/album/dont-look-down  

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Episode 27 with Shaun Tilburg

Shaun Tilburg is an orchestral excerpt master, having the audition prep and process down to a science, even if flexible at times. Shaun and Tim talk about practice habits, routine and mental preparation that applies to orchestra auditions, but carries over to all levels and genres of music...or life for that matter. But the conversation doesn't stop there. Shaun also has a passion for art & design, which shows itself in his publications, website and other creative outlets.

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Episode 26 with Abby Fisher

Abby Fisher is a BSP Concert Artist, and has established herself as a World Class performer, educator and entrepreneur. Besides teaching and performing in the Knoxville area, Abby is the Managing Director of the Neif-Norf organization and collaborates regularly with fellow BSP Concert Artist, Matthew Lau, performing as the Fisher/Lau Project. We especially enjoyed our conversation about being an entrepreneur, which has been a topic that’s surfaced in several of our last episodes.

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Episode 25 with Tim Adams

Tim Adams should need little to no introduction...he’s a veteran orchestral percussionist and educator, being chair of the percussion department at the University of Georgia. Prior to this position, Tim was timpanist and/or percussionists with the Pittsburgh Symphony, Indianapolis Symphony, Florida Philharmonic, Canton Symphony and Cleveland Orchestra. Tim is also highly regarded as a mentor to countless musicians and percussionists he’s come in contact with over the years. This conversation centers on his influence on the percussion world and his latest project Music 8:46, taking shape in response to the killing of George Floyd this past Summer.

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Episode 24 with MB Gordy

If you haven't heard the name MB Gordy, chances are you've heard him play. MB is a first call film and TV score percussionist, active in the industry for well over 20 years. We talk about his breaking into the scene, how recording sessions work, and how COVID has changed that landscape.

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Episode 23 with Andrew Baldwin

Andrew Baldwin is a freelance percussionist, composer and educator in the Chicago area. Although being a classically trained percussionist, Andrew is just at home in the jazz and contemporary genres. Andrew is also active in the theatre and comedy world, participating in Chicago's Second City programs. We have an interesting conversation about how music and comedy intersect for Andrew, and what other skills are necessary for building a career in the Music industry. 

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Episode 22 with Anthony Di Bartolo Anthony is a diverse New Jersey-based percussionist, composer, improviser and teacher. Learn more about his interest in improvisation, collaborations in contemporary music, development of experimental percussion and release of his new EP!  

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