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Practical Tips For Transitioning from College Student to Professional Musician
Transitioning from a college student to a professional percussionist can be a daunting journey, but with the right skills and mindset, it is
Jul 11, 2024


Integrating World Music Into The Percussion Ensemble
In our increasingly interconnected world, music offers a powerful way to understand and connect with different cultures. Through the univers
Jul 5, 2024


Insights into Multiple Percussion Performances
GRAMMY award winner, Joseph Gramley, discusses the hurdles and considerations for performance multiple percussion pieces.
Jun 27, 2024


New vs Old: A Look At the New and Improved Symphonic Gong Mallet and Rollers
Back by popular demand, the Black Swamp Symphonic Gong Mallet and Rollers have a lot more to offer than their predecessors. Introduction...
Jun 24, 2024


Black Swamp Wood Block Mount Tutorial with Michael Ptacin
No matter what your setup is, the Black Swamp wood block mount enhances accessibility and improves sound quality by keeping the instrument r
May 22, 2024


How to Sabotage Your Triangle Sound
Professional percussionists talk at lengths about the importance of triangle overtones, striking area, and nuance–here's what NOT to do!
May 15, 2024


How To Restring Black Swamp Castanets
In this guide, we'll walk you through the steps to restringing your older Black Swamp Percussion castanets quickly and effectively.
Apr 4, 2024


Obsession or Necessity: Cultivating an Ear for Sonic Diversity with Percussion Instruments
Norman Weinberg explores the art of selecting percussion instruments, emphasizing the importance of cultivating an ear for sound variety.
Mar 21, 2024


How to Seat a Drum Head on an Orchestral Snare Drum
Seating a snare side head on an orchestral snare drum is a crucial step in maximizing sensitivity and response. The snare bed, a slight...
Mar 12, 2024


How To Change A Tambourine Head
Learning how to change a tambourine head might seem like a daunting task, but this guide will show you how in simple easy to follow steps.
Mar 7, 2024
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