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In this video interview our founder, Neil Grover, discusses his mentors, musical influences, the spiritual nature of music and starting a percussion manufacturing business. This is the first of the two part episode. https://youtu.be/quCLs-8B5-k?si=XbgzIoH-8cEG7krt

As we approach that “most wonderful time” of the year, percussionists around the globe begin dusting off their sleigh bells in preparation for playing repertoire of the holiday season and while much of the rep is modern, the fact is that the utilization of sleigh bells predates their inclusion in the percussive battery. One of the earliest uses of sleigh bells in the classical repertoire can be found in Mozart’s “Three German Dances”. This work, composed in 1791, has three movements, the last of which, “Schlittenfahrt” (translated: Sleighride) features tuned sleigh bells (C-E-F-G-A), typically played by three percussionists. Additionally, Gustav Mahler’s use of sleigh bells in his “Symphony #4” and Sergei Prokofiev’s utilization of sleigh bells in the “Lt. Kijé...

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Our good friend and endorser, Casey Cangelosi (James Madison University), brings clarity to the difference between polyrhythms and polymeters. CLICK IMAGE TO WATCH VIDEO https://www.facebook.com/reel/9708720982533093?fs=e&s=TIeQ9V&mibextid=E4tZtc

Our July summer newsletter contains over 20 great educational videos and downloads covering tambourine, triangle, castanets and snare drum. Whether you're starting out, or a seasoned pro, there's plenty of innovative information that will help you sound your best! CLICK HERE TO VIEW OUR JULY NEWSLETTER!