Dr. Dave's Percussion Video Collection

Ivan Trevino's "Into the Air"

noreply@blogger.com (Dave Gerhart - Percussionist, Educator) — Sat, 17 Aug 2013 15:00:00 +0000

Ivan Trevino's "Into the Air" for marimba duo performed by Thomas Burritt & Joseph Kelly at the 2012 Round Top Festival Institute

Afro-Cuban Crisis/Conflict for Drumset and Timpani by Todd Ukena

noreply@blogger.com (Dave Gerhart - Percussionist, Educator) — Mon, 12 Aug 2013 15:00:00 +0000

"Tajin" by James Campbell

noreply@blogger.com (Dave Gerhart - Percussionist, Educator) — Sat, 10 Aug 2013 15:00:00 +0000

"Tajin" by James Campbell performed by Dr. Brad Meyer

NTT DoCoMo "Xylophone"

noreply@blogger.com (Dave Gerhart - Percussionist, Educator) — Wed, 07 Aug 2013 15:00:00 +0000

This video has been going around the internet for the past couple of years. If you haven't seen it, you should sit down and check it out.

2+1 Marimba Duo

noreply@blogger.com (Dave Gerhart - Percussionist, Educator) — Mon, 05 Aug 2013 15:00:00 +0000

2+1 for Marimba duo, by Ivan Trevino
performed by Escape Ten (Escape X)
Annie Stevens, Andrea Venet, at Eastman School of Music 2013

Sheet music is available from ivandrums.com

Fred Astair plays Drums (1937)

noreply@blogger.com (Dave Gerhart - Percussionist, Educator) — Thu, 01 Aug 2013 15:00:00 +0000

Fred Astaire drums skit from the movie, Damsel In Distress (1937).

Jojo Mayer - The Distance Between 0 and 1

noreply@blogger.com (Dave Gerhart - Percussionist, Educator) — Tue, 30 Jul 2013 15:00:00 +0000

Exploring the distance between zero and one - Live at the TEDxZurich 2011.

Jojo Mayer gives a brief synopsis on the emergence of rhythm culture and its relationship to technology and communication in the western world. In regards to this, he shares his thoughts on interacting with digital culture and cross examines the relevance of a human performance in the digital age.

Thanks to Daniel Ellis for the recommendation. Do you have a video you think should be posted on this blog? Please send your recommendations. Thanks!

Casey Cangelosi performs "BAD TOUCH"

noreply@blogger.com (Dave Gerhart - Percussionist, Educator) — Sun, 28 Jul 2013 15:00:00 +0000

Bad Touch by Casey Cangelosi 2013
for solo performer and playback
www.CaseyCangelosi.com

Blake Tyson's "Not far from here"

noreply@blogger.com (Dave Gerhart - Percussionist, Educator) — Fri, 26 Jul 2013 15:00:00 +0000

Blake Tyson just released his new CD Firefish on July 22, 2013. Here's a beautiful track call Not far from here, performed by the the Florida State University Percussion Ensemble (John W. Parks, IV, conductor). Visit www.blaketyson.com for more information

Phase II - 2013 Panorama Steel Band Champions

noreply@blogger.com (Dave Gerhart - Percussionist, Educator) — Wed, 24 Jul 2013 15:00:00 +0000

Dr. Dave's Percussion Videos Returns!

noreply@blogger.com (Dave Gerhart - Percussionist, Educator) — Mon, 22 Jul 2013 15:00:00 +0000

After a two year hiatus, I have decided to return to posting videos to my percussion video blog. Thanks for your support.

Pitch Drop (2013) - A Triangle Solo for 2 or more Triangles
For more information, http://www.DaveGerhart.com

The inspiration for Pitch Drop came while I was listening to a program on Radio Lab entitled "Speed." The first story in the radio program was about the Pitch Drop Experiment that has been taking place at the University of Queensland, Australia since 1927. In the 86 years that the substance pitch (a highly viscous liquid which appears solid) has been "dripping," no one has ever seen the drop fall and currently researchers are waiting for the ninth drop to occur. As I began to write this piece, the image of researchers waiting to see the drop of pitch fall prompted me to experiment with the sound of water and metal. I recorded over 10 triangles (including 4 of the Living Sounds Triangles) and combined them with water, tam tam, and spriangle samples in order to create the soundscape track that accompanies the soloist.

The piece begins with long, sustained sounds of water, metal, gongs and triangles. I wanted to remove all of the attacks of the triangle and allow the As the piece progresses, it becomes more rhythmic and with the use of pre-composed loops, I was able to layer parts in order to create a fuller overall sound. By the time the piece ends, it should feel as though you are walking through a Grand Father Clock store at the moment when all the clocks are beginning to chime.

Vocals on the accompaniment track were graciously performed by Beth Wightwick.

Riq Solo by David Kuckhermann

noreply@blogger.com (Dave Gerhart - Percussionist, Educator) — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 15:00:00 +0000

This video features a Riq Solo by David Kuckhermann. For more information on David and his music, check out his website at: Framedrums.net. Thanks to Carlos Johnson for recommending this video.

Boogsie Sharpe performs My Way

noreply@blogger.com (Dave Gerhart - Percussionist, Educator) — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 15:00:00 +0000

Boogsie Sharpe plays "My Way" According to the YouTube post: He is playing "on a swiss pan with a layout he never played before -- incredible!"

500th VIDEO!!!

noreply@blogger.com (Dave Gerhart - Percussionist, Educator) — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 15:00:00 +0000

Almost three years ago, I started this percussion video blog. I created this blog as a place for my students to watch quality performances of percussion music from around the world. I hope you enjoy watching these videos. Please leave comments so I know people are actually watching. If you have any recommendations, please forward them to me.

Three years ago, this was the first video I posted on the blog. The video video features Reg Kehoe & His Marimba Queens. This is a classic video from the 1940s. Make sure you watch the bass player!!

Thanks again for your support and here's to many more years of percussion videos!

Stevie Wonder performing Higher Ground

noreply@blogger.com (Dave Gerhart - Percussionist, Educator) — Sun, 25 Jul 2010 15:00:00 +0000

Stevie Wonder jams on his tune Higher Ground with Steve Gadd on drum set.

Khan Variations - Alejandro Vinao

noreply@blogger.com (Dave Gerhart - Percussionist, Educator) — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 15:00:00 +0000

Today's video features Setsuko Kutsuno performing Alejandro Vinao's Khan Variations. This performance was part of the 2009 Southern California Marimba Competition.

Empty School

noreply@blogger.com (Dave Gerhart - Percussionist, Educator) — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 15:00:00 +0000

This video/music composition features musicians playing on instruments in an around the school. It was shot on a Canon 7D and was filmed and written by Ben Meyers. Ben writes, "The leading melody is from a HUGE project I am working on right now, entitled "Wherever You Wander" so I hope it doesn't sound repetitive when you hear it in my next vid. This video took 1 month from the first notes written to the last shots edited."

Oblivion - Astor Piazzolla

noreply@blogger.com (Dave Gerhart - Percussionist, Educator) — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 15:00:00 +0000

The Ovale Trio (Mathieu Schneider - flute, Michel Zbinden - marimba, Baptiste Grand - vibes) performs Oblivion by Astor Piazzolla.

Ghatam - Karthick Solo

noreply@blogger.com (Dave Gerhart - Percussionist, Educator) — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 15:00:00 +0000

This video features the Ghatam, a South Indian percussion instrument that is use in Carnatic music. The finger/hand technique this performer show is truly amazing. Be sure to check out 4:04 to the end!!

Cryin - Len "Boogsie" Sharpe (Massive Band 2000)

noreply@blogger.com (Dave Gerhart - Percussionist, Educator) — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 15:00:00 +0000

This video features a concert I (yes a little self promotion, sorry...) directed in May, 2000 called Massive Band 2000. It featured 121 steel drummers on one stage. This video contains footage of the band playing Boogsie Sharpe's "Cryin."

Simon Rattle as Timpanist

noreply@blogger.com (Dave Gerhart - Percussionist, Educator) — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 15:00:00 +0000

This video proved that percussionists make great conductors! This video is from the opening of "Konzert für fünf" by Siegfried Matthus with Sir Simon Rattle, solo timpanist and conductor and the Berliner Philharmoniker. Watch the complete performance now.

New Drummer's Dream Film Trailer

noreply@blogger.com (Dave Gerhart - Percussionist, Educator) — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 15:00:00 +0000

Canadian film-maker John Walker presents his lastest documentary "A Drummer's Dream". A rare and unique assembly of some of the greatest drummers in the world. Explosive talent, passion, humour and irresistible personality come together in a magical setting when seven diverse drummers create a profound and unforgettable experience. You’ve never seen drummers like this before! Featuring Nasyr Abdul Al-Khabyyr, Dennis Chambers, Kenwood Dennard, Horacio “El-Negro” Hernadez, Giovanni Hidalgo, Mike Mangini and Raul Rekow. Thanks to Carlos Johnson for recommending this video.

A Drummer's Dream from John Walker on Vimeo.

Circle Atsia for Drumset

noreply@blogger.com (Dave Gerhart - Percussionist, Educator) — Mon, 05 Jul 2010 15:00:00 +0000

This video features a 2003 performance of Kevin O'Sullivan performing "Atsiã" that he orchestrated on drum set. According to Kevin, "Atsiã" was created by the Ewe-speaking people of Ghana. It is considered by many to be one of the oldest styles of music and dance among the Ewes. "Atsiã" is a social dance. In the Ewe language atsiã means "style" or "to display." "Atsiã" as a piece is comprised of drumming, dance and songs collectively.

To recreate Atsiã on the drum set I have assigned the parts traditionally played by different members of an Ewe drumming ensemble to the different limbs of my body. The role of Gankogui (a double bell) which is the time keeper in this music is played by my left foot. The role of Kidi (a small supporting drum) is played by my left hand. The role of Sogo (a supporting drum like kidi but larger) is played by my right foot. In a dialogue (a conversation between the lead drum and the supporting drums) I play the open notes with my left hand and the closed notes with my right foot. The role of Atsimevu (a tall, narrow drum which the lead drummer uses to communicate with the rest of the ensemble) is played by my right hand."

Gary Burton Vibe Solo LIVE on KPLU

noreply@blogger.com (Dave Gerhart - Percussionist, Educator) — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 15:00:00 +0000

This video features a solo performance of Gary Burton. In this performance interview with KPLU/Jazz24 program host, Abe Beeson, its just Gary Burton and his vibes and this video features his arrangement of “O Grande Amour.”