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Events PAS has a current and extensive listing of percussion events held throughout the world. Whether you are looking for concerts, festivals, Day of Percussion events in your local area or a summer workshop to attend, PAS provides the most complete and up to date information. Submit your own events (or events you are aware of)! Handbell Solo Artist Michele Sharik in Concert May 01 Contact:Stephanie Wiltse 616-243-3729 Please join Michèle for "The Golden Dance", a tapestry of story and music woven together in a presentation that takes the listener on a musical journey from Renaissance England to the Golden Gate, and all points in between. Michèle will be accompanied by Phil Pletcher on piano. Handbell Solo Artist Michele Sharik in Concert May 02 Contact:mdprins@yahoo.com Please join Michèle for "The Golden Dance", a tapestry of story and music woven together in a presentation that takes the listener on a musical journey from Renaissance England to the Golden Gate, and all points in between. Michèle will be accompanied by Linda Gilmore on piano. United States Navy Band More Info May 02 Contact:(202) 433-2525 NAVY BAND featuring the winner and finalists of the 2008 Navy Band High School Concerto Competition Friday, May 2, 2008 at 8 p.m. North Point High School 2500 Davis Road Waldorf, Md. Evelyn Glennie Percussion Concert More Info May 02 Contact:happyshel@gmail.com Evelyn Glennie, solo percussionist, performs with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra. Special arrangements for tickets through Drums Not Guns @ $25.00 (Orchestra Seating). Tickets must be purchased by April 17, 2008. New Jersey Band Conference More Info May 03 Contact:609-396-5522, ext. 2 or mail@njbandconference.org New Jersey Band Conference presents a performance by the William Paterson University Percussion Ensemble Payton MacDonald, Director Saturday, May 3, 2008 " 4 p.m. Kendall Hall on the campus of The College of New Jersey 2000 Pennington Road (Rt. 31) " Ewing, NJ Program John Orfe: Dragon " Carlos Chavez: Toccata Maki Ishii: Marimbastuck " Neboja Zivkovic: Trio Per Uno Nigel Westlake: Omphalo Centric Lecture Composed by the Performers: typhanic MAP5 (baw) Tickets to this performance are included with registration to the New Jersey Band Conference on Saturday, May 3. Registration Fees: Adults: $20 per day ($15 before Monday, April 21) College Students: $10 per day Student Groups of 10 or more: $5 per day. drumSTRONG '08 More Info May 03-04 Contact:scott@drumstrong.org 704.996.9170 DrumsForCures, Inc. presents :: drumSTRONG :: rhythm : from : the : heart drumSTRONG" is a unique, multicultural, musical charity event showcasing the local and national resources available to address cancer concerns :: produced annually by DrumsForCures, Inc., a 501 (c)(3) non-profit charity organization. It's a gathering to rhythm. We invite local and celebrity artists to play with all assembled; drumming non-stop for 24+ hours. ¡BEATing cancer! The Guinness World Records organization has been informed that we will set the record for the planet's longest continuous rhythm drum"a"thon. We promote cancer support, education and research. All proceeds are donated to local and national cancer initiatives. We are also organizing a national network of percussionists to bring rhythm into children's hospitals for the unifying, healing and entertainment values. If this strikes a chord, register, spread the word, come drum, learn, camp, eat, hoop and support survivorship, the power is in your hands! drumSTRONG 08 is May 3rd & 4th, 12:00 noon Sat. (non-stop) through Sun. 4:00, rain or SHINE!, Misty Meadows Farm, Weddington, NC (just 4 miles south of Charlotte, NC on Providence Rd). Come and go as you please :: get sponsors for your per hour drumming! Ticket information and details on the website www.drumstrong.org drumSTRONG More Info May 03-04 Contact:scott@drumstrong.org 704.996.9170 drumSTRONG is a multicultural, musical charity event produced by DrumsForCures, Inc. a 501 (c)(3) non-profit charity organization, where medical, nonmedical, integrative and holistic health entities and specific cancer societies display their missions and methods showing the local resources available to address cancer concerns. It is a gathering to rhythm. We are using the simple principles of rhythm to spark communication. The Guinness World Records organization has been informed that we will set the record for the planet's longest continuous rhythm drum"a"thon. DrumsForCures encourages cancer awareness at home, in schools and throughout communities. We promote cancer education, research and funding for local and national initiatives. We are attracting attention by inviting local and celebrity artists to play with all assembled; drumming non-stop for 24+ hours& Educating youth to the causes, early detection and affects of cancer is the primary mission of DrumsForCures. Drumming is the modus operandi. ¡BEATing cancer! The music attracts many people to an event where questions about health (particularly cancer) can be addressed. Cancer education and familiarizing oneself to the available tools and resources to deal with the disease simply puts the odds in ones favor; knowing one's adversary is the classic model for survival. People receive guidance from the exhibitors and acquaint themselves with some of the resources available regionally and nationally that help address cancer concerns. Sadly enough, few people are not "touched" by cancer in some fashion... You dont have to have rhythm to participate, just a heartbeat. We are also organizing a national network of percussionists to bring rhythm into children's hospitals and clinics for the unifying, healing and entertainment values. We know that it works on many levels. Handbell Solo Artist Michele Sharik in Concert May 04 Contact:deanjensen@yahoo.com Please join Michèle for "The Golden Dance", a tapestry of story and music woven together in a presentation that takes the listener on a musical journey from Renaissance England to the Golden Gate, and all points in between. Eastern Kentucky University Steel Band May 09-10 Contact:Jason.Koontz@eku.edu or 859-622-1334 The EKU band, in collaboration with the Miami University Steel Band, will be traveling to perform two headline concerts with steel drum luminaries Andy Narell, Liam Teague and Phil Hawkins at the Panorama Caribbean Music Festival in Virginia Beach VA. Roots of Rhythm Trainer Training Workshops More Info May 09-11 Contact:David Levine (Director ROR): 818-753-1310, dave@drumshop.us Roots of Rhythm Trainer Training Workshops featuring Roots of Rhythm author and master trainer Dr. Craig Woodson. In-depth weekend seminars offer instruction, resources and certification to support local teacher training of the groundbreaking, cross-curricular "Roots of Rhythm: World Drumming for 5th and 6th Grade Classrooms." Open to all qualified individuals. Admission and materials are free. ED SAINDON More Info May 11 Sunday, May 11th from 11-2 at the Viennese Music Conservatory in Vienna, Austria hosted by Mr. Josef Gumpinger. 18th Annual Chicago Drum Show More Info May 17-18 Contact:rob@rebeats.com Featuring Exhibits, Education and Entertainment, The 18th Annual Chicago Drum Show Continues To Expand Its Tradition. The 2008 edition of the worlds largest and longest-running vintage and custom drum show is set for May 17 and 18 at the Kane County Fairgrounds in St Charles, Illinois (just 35 miles west of downtown Chicago). With over 1,000 visitors expected, The 18th Annual Chicago Drum Show will feature nearly 100 exhibit spaces filled with vintage drums, parts and accessories, cymbals, custom drums, and related products as well as a consignment area for independent collectors. According to CDS promoter and vintage drum authority Rob Cook, confirmed exhibitors include over a dozen first-time participants and range from large established firms like Drum Workshop, Ludwig, Roland, and Sabian to small custom shops such as Craviotto, Dunnett, Hillbilly Customs and Metro Drum Company. A number of exhibitors such as Craviotto Drums, Vaughncraft, MCD Percussion, DW, Joyful Noise Drum Company and many of the companies sponsoring clinicians have already announced plans to contribute specially made instruments to the shows popular raffle program. Each Drum Show admission allows access to the 15,000 square-foot exhibit area as well as the exclusive drum clinics that will be presented throughout both days of the show. As in recent years, an extensive A/V system will broadcast general announcements, raffle news and the clinics throughout the exhibit area. In addition, some of this years clinicians will be participating in a new Master Class program with limited enrollment and smaller room size intended to give attendees the opportunity to interact with world-class players in a more intimate environment. The 2008 CDS artist roster features a wide range of talent representing a variety of drumming styles, including: " Welsh drumming sensation Gail-Louise making her North American debut (sponsored by Rebeats.) " Drummer, author and stickmaster Chip Ritter (sponsored by Trick, Trueline, Mel Bay, Attack, Quick Sticks, Epad and Rebeats.) " Jazz artist Bob Moses (sponsored by Zildjian, Remo and Rebeats.) " Rock drumming legend Carmine Appice, (sponsored by Slingerland, Sabian, DW, Alfred, Firth, Aquarian, Shure and Hal Leonard.) " Local hero and former Mel Tormé drummer Donny Osborne (sponsored by Drum Workshop, Zildjian, ProMark, NotSoModernDrummer and Rebeats.) " Big band specialist Matt Wilson (sponsored by Steve Maxwell, Remo, Craviotto and Zildjian.) " Studio and touring musician and Modern Drummer columnist Billy Ward (sponsored by Drum Workshop, Zildjian, Evans, Trueline, Shure and Hal Leonard.) " Multi-talented jazz/rock drummer Cindy Blackman (sponsored by Gretsch, Zildjian, DW, Hal Leonard, Rebeats.) Sharing the Master of Ceremonies duties on the clinic stage will be popular Chicago rock fixture Gregg Potter. This is the most diverse group of artists weve ever presented and includes not only superstars and icons, but also some fresh faces, explains Cook. Im proud to say that the artists and exhibitors for this years show continue the Chicago Drum Shows tradition of meeting the needs and desires of vintage and modern drummers of all ages for the past 18 years. Complete, up-to-the-minute listing of exhibitors, sponsors and clinicians plus show-related news can be accessed at the show website, www.chicagodrumshow.com. For those traveling from outside the Chicagoland area, the website also contains important information about accommodations, activities and events, including local appearances and performances by several CDS artists. Complete details go to www.chicagodrumshow.com or contact Rob Cook at rob@rebeats.com, office 989-463-4757, cell 989-640-2320. Luis Conte Percussion Clinic May 23 Contact:karenwhunt@comcast.net Luis Conte Clinic Friday, May 23, 2008 7:00 PM Kennesaw State University Bailey Performance Center Triennial Taipei International Percussion Convention More Info May 25-01 The much-anticipated triennial Taipei International Percussion Convention (TIPC), hosted by Ju Percussion Group of Taiwan, will once again bring together iconic percussion artists and ensembles from around the world to Taiwan this May. Being the sixth of such event, the 2008 Taipei International Percussion Convention boasts 10 renowned groups from ten countries, namely Amadinda Percussion Group, Les Percussions de Strasbourg, Keiko Abe with her Marimba Ensemble Japan, Tambuco Percussion Ensemble, Red Fish Blue Fish, Odaiko Percussion Group, Percossa, the Next Step Percussion Group, PercaDu and the host, Ju Percussion Group itself. The week-long convention will see 17 concerts in prominent performance centers in Taipei and major cities in Taiwan between 25th May and 1st June. Leigh Howard Stevens 29th Summer Marimba Seminar More Info May 27-19 Contact:Tel: 732-774-0011 ext. 3 Course of Study: An intensive overview of the marimba with the first week concentrating on technique and the second two weeks concentrating on musical issues and repertoire. The course focus is on memorization, one-handed rolls, tone production, musician- ship, repertoire and very specific information on how to improve your technique. Course also includes an overview of all major grips, an intensive study of Stevens technique (all Stevens stroke types, mechanics of movement, shifting, interval changing, one-handed rolls), history, acoustics and practice techniques. Faculty/Guest Artists: Daily study with Leigh Howard Stevens, guest artists to be announced. Tuition: $675$900 (apply early and save). Private hotel room one block from the beach in Ocean Grove, New Jersey: $725825 Deadline: April 15 Contact: Marimba Productions, Inc., P.O. Box 467, Asbury Park, NJ 07712; Tel: 732-774-0011 ext. 3; Fax: 732-774-0033 DJEMBE Association presents III MEETING - International meeting between African Art end Culture More Info May 29-02 Arquà Polesine | Bosaro | Pontecchio Polesine (Italy). MAMADY KEITA African drumming workshops, BRUNO GENERO African drumming workshops 'Tradizione e Creazione', DANI KOUYATE Intercultural theater workshops, BEBEY YOULA Traditional African dance workshops, IRIAN LOPEZ RODRIGUEZ Afro-cuban drumming workshops. Mt. Lebanon Percussion Ensemble Presents Evening of Percussion Concert Series May 29-31 Contact:412.343.9264 The Mt. Lebanon High School Percussion Ensemble, under the direction of Mr. Richard T. Minnotte, will present its 24th annual Evening of Percussion concert series on May 29, 30 & 31 at 7:30 p.m. in the Fine Arts Theatre, 155 Cochran Road. Concerts usually sell-out and individuals are encouraged to purchase tickets in advance by calling 412.343.9264. Tickets may also be purchased at the door the evening of each concert on a first-come, first-serve basis. Call for handicap access, seating and ticket availability. The Blue Devils Drum Line will open the concert with their thundering cadence set. Guest performances by the Elementary Honors and Middle School Honors Ensembles will take place Thursday evening, under the direction of Mr. Thomas A. Earley. On Friday night, the Eighth Grade Ensemble will perform under the direction of Mr. Jason Miller. The high school Freshman Ensemble, directed by Mr. Subha Das, will perform each evening. The always popular Brazilian Ensemble, also under the direction of Das, will perform Samba Reggae from Bahia. The talented Keyboard Ensemble, which includes Dan Dempe, Neal Emery, Cassie Koval, Anne McGinty, Kim Minnotte and Julian Seltzer will perform Rondo in B flat by W.A. Mozart. Closing the first half of the concert will be the heart-stopping Drum Set Ensemble, featuring Thomas Regan, Cassie Koval, Alex Birks, Brendan McKnight and Dan Demple. Following intermission, the African Ensemble, instructed by Mr. Dan Meunier, will display their musical and visual performance talents. Featured selections during the second half of the concert will include Leyenda, showcasing senior Neal Emery on Marimba, as well as West Side Story, specially arranged for Mt. Lebanon Percussion. The second half of the concert will also include this seasons featured work: Limerick Daydreams, the 2nd Place Winner of the 2005 Percussive Arts Society Composition Contest. The evening will conclude with the Ensembles traditional closer, Sabre Dance. |
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