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Roaming Hearts for Wind Ensemble - World Premiere - 18 May 2023
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Roaming Hearts for Wind Ensemble was premiered by the Clover Hill High School Wind Ensemble during their Sounds of Spring concert on 18 May 2023. I had the pleasure to conduct this piece myself, and could not have been happier to work with these wonderful students and this excellent program in Midlothian, Virginia.
Traversion performed by the Clover Hill High School Percussion Ensemble
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Traversion performed by the Clover Hill High School Percussion Ensemble
Cymbal Basics with notation!
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The purpose of this video is to provide an insultingly basic approach to marching cymbals. My technique might leave a bit to be desired, but if you want to touch on some cymbal terminology and see cymbal music performed live with the score, I hope this helps! This is not to be considered comprehensive or exclusive; there's lots of ways to approach this instrument. If you have a dedicated instru...
Imperial Percussion Theatre Cadets In The Lot 2013
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This is a lot run through of the indoor percussion production “First Rites of Passage”. It was in the capable hands of the Imperial Percussion Theater Cadets, who competed in Texas Color Guard Circuit’s A class, earning a bronze medal at the championships in the ensemble’s first year. More about me and what I'm doing at www.OrnithMusic.com
Lucky
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This is a cadence based on the 311 tune Lucky off of their Grassroots record. This one is solid for any number of basses, and includes a cymbal part that will actually keep the players working! The modular structure makes this anywhere from on to three minutes long. Have fun! More about me and what I'm doing at www.OrnithMusic.com
Valkyrie performed by the Clover Hill High School Percussion Ensemble
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This beginner percussion octet is great for experienced junior high percussionists or high school beginners. It has two keyboard parts and six drum parts, which can be played on any drum as long as the relative pitch and timbre is considered. Clover Hill premiered this in 2019 and I was so pleased with how they did! More about me and what I'm doing at www.OrnithMusic.com
Cave Dancing performed by the Clover Hill High School Percussion Ensemble
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I composed this piece for a good friend’s beginner percussion class. It is designed to be modular, and only uses practice pads. It also utilises the stand and sticks for sounds. It includes a fun, synthy backing track, and has an optional solo! They threw it together quickly and knocked the premier out of the park for their virtual performance in 2020. More about me and what I'm doing at www.Or...
Episode 18 - Graduate School
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I give my thoughts and experiences about graduate school and working as a professional musician during a master's! Click below to listen on Apple Podcasts podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-18-graduate-school/id1223781482?i=1000461666218 More about me and what I'm doing at www.OrnithMusic.com
Episode 17 - Rebekah McQueen
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This is an episode I’ve been super excited about for as long as I’ve done this podcast! Rebekah is a close friend of mine who has her own music therapy business. She and I have had many conversations about life and music and parenthood and therapy and everything in between. I truly believe in her and in music therapy. Few people impress me with their dedication to their art and craft, but Rebek...
Episode 16 - Alex Amadeus
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Alex and I sit down and talk about his solo recording endeavour, ghosts, life, and music. He's such a talented and insightful dude, it was a true pleasure! Click below to listen on Apple Podcasts podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-16-alex-amadeus/id1223781482?i=1000455753866 More about me and what I'm doing at www.OrnithMusic.com
Episode 15 - Bradley Fryou
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John and Bradley sit down and talk about music, gear, existence, and other substantial things Click below to listen on Apple Podcasts podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-15-bradley-fryou/id1223781482?i=1000455861690 More about me and what I'm doing at www.OrnithMusic.com
Episode 14 - Ben Miller
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John and Ben sit down and mostly jam, but also talk about music, gigging, and relationships Click below to listen on Apple Podcasts podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-14-ben-miller/id1223781482?i=1000454096464 More about me and what I'm doing at www.OrnithMusic.com
Episode 13 - Travels
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I give some insight about how travel can benefit a musician, specifically a composer/arranger. Click below to listen on Apple Podcasts podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-13-travel/id1223781482?i=1000453241120 More about me and what I'm doing at www.OrnithMusic.com
Episode 12 - Marching Band Show Design
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I break down a bit of my tools, processes, and best practices in regards to design a production for the marching arts Click below to listen on Apple Podcasts podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-12-marching-band-design-collaboration/id1223781482?i=1000452531682 More about me and what I'm doing at www.OrnithMusic.com
Episode 11 - Success in Chesterfield County
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Episode 11 - Success in Chesterfield County
Episode 10 - Brandon Ramos and Valeri Speights
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Episode 10 - Brandon Ramos and Valeri Speights
Episode 9 - Robert Lewis
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Episode 9 - Robert Lewis
Episode 8 - The Lasting Effects of Drum Corps and Drum Corps International on Modern Marching Band
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Episode 8 - The Lasting Effects of Drum Corps and Drum Corps International on Modern Marching Band
Episode 7 - Zero Detail
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Episode 7 - Zero Detail
Episode 6 - Marissa Stubbe
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Episode 6 - Marissa Stubbe
Episode 5 - Joe Treviño
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Episode 5 - Joe Treviño
Episode 4 - Carthy
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Episode 4 - Carthy
Episode 3 - Stephenie Sofield
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Episode 3 - Stephenie Sofield
Episode 3.5 - Stephenie Sofield Bonus
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Episode 3.5 - Stephenie Sofield Bonus
Modern People Mover - Time Lapse
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Modern People Mover - Time Lapse
Episode 19 - Rogues Among Us
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Episode 19 - Rogues Among Us
Episode 2 - Drew Karl
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Episode 2 - Drew Karl
Rudiment 11
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Rudiment 11
Finale Medley
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Finale Medley

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @NLK_SQUAD
    @NLK_SQUAD Місяць тому

    W youtuber without this guy I wouldn't even know how to play the marching cymbals and I'm marching with thim thank you

  • @sophiadiaz1672
    @sophiadiaz1672 Місяць тому

    This was so helpful as a first time band director teaching marching band!! Thank you!!!

  • @Paper.Scraps
    @Paper.Scraps 4 місяці тому

    i got cut from winter percussion auditions for my school unfortunately for the 2024 season. i tried for cymbal line and i was next on the list but they couldnt have me cuz it'd be too much :') im working on enhancing my skillset so my chances go up for the 2025 season!

    • @justanothercrusader6166
      @justanothercrusader6166 3 місяці тому

      All power to you, best of luck!!! You’ll get it with enough hard work!!!

  • @roscioocasio4385
    @roscioocasio4385 Рік тому

    Thank you Mr. Ornith for taking the time to show us your playing technique. I think I may have done some "distorted" variation of what you were showing when I played an approximate 6" diameter pair of Chinese Cymbals at a Chinese Buddhist Temple for almost 5 years and 9 months. Since I played by ear and both the Senior Monk and the Filipino Monk on the drum and bell (who I followed closely because we both enjoyed "freeplay" style of playing) could chant and play quickly, my style of playing was adaptive and fluid. The cymbals had ribbons that allowed me to adjust finger and palm positions as needed per the music. That's why I am trying to find a pair of 7" or 8" diameter cymbals ( I feel may be the "sweet spot" for the sound quality I am looking for without breaking the piggy bank) to maintain the skill. I haven't played since 5/23/23; because of a rift with some people at the temple. Thanks again for this video. Blessings! 🙏🙏🙏💜💐

    • @ornithmusic
      @ornithmusic Рік тому

      Hello! I'm glad you enjoyed the video! I'm glad to hear that even folks outside of the marching world enjoy this one. I hope you can get back to playing soon!

  • @SerenityMusic3
    @SerenityMusic3 Рік тому

    Beautiful explanation ❤

  • @daryerisperez8312
    @daryerisperez8312 Рік тому

    Thanks!!!

  • @saltypickle4639
    @saltypickle4639 Рік тому

    How do you tell the difference between a port crash and a three step crash on sheet music?

    • @ornithmusic
      @ornithmusic Рік тому

      There may be other ways that I'm not as familiar with, (usually a distinct notehead), but I will almost always use the default notehead and include the text "port" or "port crash" directly above. For clarity's sake, I'll almost always include the technique I'm after, even if the context renders it intuitive.

  • @Ncolasg
    @Ncolasg Рік тому

    Thank you man! I'm a composer from Brazil, and I'm learning so much about percussion writing, thanks for this.

  • @jamesisbrandt
    @jamesisbrandt Рік тому

    Your high hat is totally all wrong. You’re only choking the sound. A cymbal high hat sound actually has a tone. Yours has no tone whatsoever.

  • @yapraga
    @yapraga Рік тому

    Thank you! A much needed lesson!

  • @busunit3824
    @busunit3824 Рік тому

    Thanks for helping me with my technical skills as a beginning cymbal player.

  • @surendersingal2192
    @surendersingal2192 Рік тому

    Thank you sir For teaching basics of marching cymbals n variations in crash sounds etc.

  • @zeldapresents9485
    @zeldapresents9485 Рік тому

    this is cool!

  • @pianomaster995
    @pianomaster995 Рік тому

    Thank you so much. I’m practicing to audition for the rose parade

  • @Thorn13374
    @Thorn13374 2 роки тому

    Thanks for this. I’m heading to college marching where I’m in cymbals and this definitely has made me excited and helped me understand my music more. Thank you

    • @ornithmusic
      @ornithmusic 2 роки тому

      So glad it helped you out! I wish you success with your season on cymbals. I hope your group uses the same or similar terminology! The more I teach, the more names I find for the same techniques 😅

  • @Bleachpie8
    @Bleachpie8 2 роки тому

    excellent first vid my dude. Great work!

  • @zachariahbird971
    @zachariahbird971 2 роки тому

    Super useful man for aspiring musicians looking into understanding the craft. thanks for putting this together!

  • @MrJaytheking
    @MrJaytheking 2 роки тому

    I think what makes a musician good is definitely a subjective idea

  • @ihateboardman
    @ihateboardman 2 роки тому

    amazing demonstration! keep up the easy to follow basic instructions on approaching marching cymbals!

  • @Thejmoney420
    @Thejmoney420 2 роки тому

    Cant wait to see more from your channel!

  • @nathalie4822
    @nathalie4822 2 роки тому

    I want to try to go into cymbal line, so this was super helpful to watch!

  • @liamreynolds2506
    @liamreynolds2506 2 роки тому

    As a cymbal player who has been doing it competitively for the past year, this was a interesting video to look into. I've been working on ways to help teach some of the newcomers to cymbals learn the basics and even with variations this is as simple as it can get for a starting point so that you for making this video.

    • @ornithmusic
      @ornithmusic 2 роки тому

      Thank you so much for your kind words! These are the basic set of techniques I use for all my beginners, so I’m glad it’ll help you share as well! That was exactly my goal, to provide a first step for those who want to learn. It can definitely be tricky to keep cymbal players engaged. It’s especially difficult without a dedicated instructor or extra time to work these specific techniques. When I write for an all-rookie cymbal line, I try to get them familiar with this set of skills, that way they can expand to releases and more visually complex manoeuvres but still contribute musically. I wish good skill to anyone learning these techniques!

  • @AlexV05
    @AlexV05 2 роки тому

    I’m writing cadences for my drumline and I didn’t want to leave the cymbals out. So thank you very much, this helps me learn cymbal terminology and such :)

    • @ornithmusic
      @ornithmusic 2 роки тому

      So glad to help! I'd love to hear what you're working on if you ever want to share

  • @ellerykinneyusc865
    @ellerykinneyusc865 2 роки тому

    This was super helpful I'm starting cymbals in two days and this made it easy to learn quickly

    • @ornithmusic
      @ornithmusic 2 роки тому

      I’m so glad to hear that! If you have an instructor, definitely use and adhere to the vocabulary that they use or the forms they show you, but I’m so glad this video helped! Marching cymbal lines are such wonderful things, even though they’re rare. If you need any more clarification, or want a follow up video about specific techniques, I’d be happy to make one!

  • @haleyrichardson9844
    @haleyrichardson9844 2 роки тому

    This video was really thorough and helped so much, thank you!

    • @ornithmusic
      @ornithmusic 2 роки тому

      I’m so glad it helped! You’re very welcome!

  • @MSGrantMusic
    @MSGrantMusic 2 роки тому

    Loved this performance!!

    • @ornithmusic
      @ornithmusic 2 роки тому

      I did too! I love how much these kids learn. A lot of those kiddos were super new to percussion and that’s not the easiest piece in the world at all!

  • @takingbacklivess
    @takingbacklivess 2 роки тому

    Awesome. I can't wait to hear more.

    • @ornithmusic
      @ornithmusic 2 роки тому

      Several more videos set to release, and I’ve been shooting and story boarding more :)

  • @zeldafaithmusic8211
    @zeldafaithmusic8211 2 роки тому

    🥇🥇🥇

  • @zeldafaithmusic8211
    @zeldafaithmusic8211 2 роки тому

    🐝 rolllllllll

  • @zeldafaithmusic8211
    @zeldafaithmusic8211 2 роки тому

    first like first view WOO 🥇

  • @zeldafaithmusic8211
    @zeldafaithmusic8211 2 роки тому

    THIS IS SO COOL

    • @ornithmusic
      @ornithmusic 2 роки тому

      I’m glad you like it! I’m still working on getting comfortable with electronic music, but I like how this one turned out