Vic Firth Drumset VIDEO Podcast
By Vic Firth
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Podcast Description
Vic Firth, the world's largest manufacturer of drumsticks and mallets, brings you interviews, lessons, and performances from the world's hottest drumset artists and educators!
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| 1 | VideoZach Danziger and Mark Guiliana Project | Vic Firth artists Zach Danziger and Mark Guiliana present the Zach Danziger and Mark Guiliana Project! Check out this performance of "He Sees the Floor Well". If you're confused about what this is all about, check out our video interview with Zach and Mark at: (http://www.vicfirth.com/artists/guiliana_danziger.php) | 9/8/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 2 | VideoVic Firth Artist: Peter Magadini | Master jazz drummer and clinician Peter Magadini reveals the essential ingredients of jazz drumming. | 8/18/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 3 | VideoVic Firth Artist: Carter Beauford | Vic Firth artist Carter Beauford performs on stage with Dave Matthews Band. Check out the "Carter Cam!" For more videos of Carter, visit his artist page at: www.vicfirth.com/artists/carter_beauford.php | 6/27/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 4 | VideoBen Sesar: Brad Paisley | Vic Firth artist Ben Sesar performs on stage with Brad Paisley and answers a few of our questions about how he got started and what it's like playing for Brad. | 3/25/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 5 | VideoPASIC 2010: Chris Coleman | Vic Firth artist Chris Coleman performs at PASIC 2010. For more videos of Chris' PASIC clinic, visit his artist page: http://www.vicfirth.com/artists/coleman.php | 2/28/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 6 | VideoPASIC 2010: Highlight Reel | Check out our PASIC 2010 Highlights, including performance excerpts from Russ Miller, Stanton Moore, Ignacio Berroa, Vera Figueiredo and Chris Coleman. Visit VICFIRTH.COM to see the full videos! | 11/19/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 7 | VideoArtist Spotlight: Chris Fryar | Video interview and performance clips featuring VF artist Chris Fryar of the Grammy-winning Zac Brown Band! | 10/25/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 8 | VideoChristoph Schneider video playalong contest! | Watch this video of Christoph Schneider performing Rammstein's B*******. Think you can play it? Submit your video to Vic Firth for a chance to win a brick of Christoph's signature sticks! Check out vicfirth.com for more information! | 10/6/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 9 | VideoMike Terrana - SINFONICA! | Vic Firth Signature artist Mike Terrana adapts classical music for the drumset! Sinfonica is a celebration of some of the greatest and most famous Classical music ever written and a tribute to the main inspiration for this project, Cozy Powell. | 9/17/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 10 | VideoPlayalong Contest - Blake Richardson | The Hard and Heavy VIDEO CONTEST is back by popular demand! If you want to take your shot at the grand prize, submit a video of yourself playing Between The Buried and Me's FOAM BORN: (B) THE DECADE OF STATUES, Blake's track on the new Hard and Heavy CD! This tune is no walk in the park! | 8/23/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 11 | VideoVic Firth Rocks Warped Tour 2010 | Check out this preview video, featuring Vic Firth artists tearing it up at the 2010 Vans Warped Tour! Stay tuned to VicFirth.com for more videos from each artist! (http://www.vicfirth.com/features/warped_tour2010.php). | 7/20/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 12 | VideoJojo Mayer at Musikmesse | This week's podcast features Jojo Mayer, excerpted from his performance at Musikmesse 2010. Visit Jojo's artist page for more video! (http://www.vicfirth.com/artists/mayer.php) | 6/28/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 13 | VideoPerformance Spotlight: Morgan Agren | Excerpted from Their CD/DVD "Heat Beats Live" Morgan Agren and the Mats/Morgan Band perform "Chicken". Check out Morgan's artist page for more videos (http://www.vicfirth.com/artists/morgan_agren.php)! | 6/11/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 14 | VideoWolfgang Roggenkamp: Musikmesse 2010 | Wolfgang Roggenkamp performs a duet with darbuka player Suat Borazan at MusikMesse 2010. For Wolfgang's full performance, check out his artist page: http://www.vicfirth.com/artists/roggenkamp.php | 6/4/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 15 | VideoHard and Heavy Contestant Highlights | Check out some of the best entries we received for the Matt Greiner Hard and Heavy Contest! | 5/28/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 16 | VideoVideo Submission Contest: Matt Greiner/August Burns Red | Hard and Heavy contest: Submit a video of YOU playing "Composure" by August Burns Red and you could win! Visit (http://www.vicfirth.com/features/hard-heavy2/contest.php) for details. | 5/21/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 17 | VideoProduct Spotlight: Live Wires | Check out the new LIVE WIRES from Vic Firth, demonstrated by VF artist Florian Alexandru-Zorn. | 5/14/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 18 | VideoAkira Jimbo performs at PASIC 2009 | Watch this excerpt from Akira Jimbo's PASIC clinic. Don't miss Akira's entire clinic, only at VICFIRTH.COM! | 3/1/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 19 | VideoPERFORMANCE SPOTLIGHT: Zoro and Daniel Glass | Check out Zoro and Daniel Glass' PASIC 2009 clinic on "The Commandments of Early Rhythm and Blues", a tour through some of the most important grooves and drummers who shaped early rock and roll. | 2/5/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 20 | VideoPERFORMANCE SPOTLIGHT: Cindy Blackman | Don't miss this video of Cindy Blackman performing atthe 2009 Montreal Drumfest! When She'll defy your expectations, bewilder you with her onslaught, and leave you breathless. Think you've witnessed extraordinary control, awesome power, and a vast dynamic range? You ain't seen nothing. | 12/2/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 21 | VideoPERFORMANCE SPOTLIGHT: Thomas Lang | Check out this video of Vic Firth signature artist Thomas Lang performing at the 2009 Meinl Drumfest in Moscow! | 10/28/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 22 | VideoVIDEO INTERVIEW: Marcie Chapa | We caught up with Marcie rehearsing at S.I.R. for Beyoncé's current world tour! Hear her talk about how she got her start as a percussionist, as well as what it is like to go out on the road with Beyoncé! | 10/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 23 | VideoDVD PREVIEW: Aaron Spears: Beyond the Chops | Check out this special sneak preview of Aaron Spears' upcoming Double-DVD from Hudson Music! Aaron Spears: Beyond the Chops is available NOW for preorder on the Hudson Music website and will be shipping October 9th, 2009! (http://store.hudsonmusic.com/products/productdetail/part_number=HL00320907/1731.0.1.1) | 9/4/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 24 | VideoPERFORMANCE SPOTLIGHT: Wolfgang Haffner - Meinl Drumfest 2009 | Watch this video of Wolfgang Haffner's performance at the 2009 Meinl Drumfest in Moscow! | 7/27/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 25 | VideoVIDEO INTERVIEW: Jojo Mayer Part IV | In our fourth and final installment of our video interview with Vic Firth signature artist Jojo Mayer, Jojo talks reclaiming the drummer's role in music, technique, and his signature drumstick! | 7/14/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 26 | VideoVIDEO INTERVIEW: Jojo Mayer Part III | In part 3 of our interview series with Jojo Mayer, Jojo talks about the importance of listening and communication in the art of drumming. | 6/30/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 27 | VideoVIDEO INTERVIEW: Jojo Mayer Part II | Check out the second installment in our 4-part interview series with Jojo Mayer, where Jojo talks about seeking out the spirit of innovation. This videos includes clips from his popular “Secret Weapons” DVD. | 6/18/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 28 | VideoVIDEO INTERVIEW: Jojo Mayer | In this first installment of our four-part interview series with Jojo Mayer, Jojo talks about playing at an early age and the effect that no formal training had on his musical style. | 6/10/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 29 | VideoVIDEO INTERVIEW: John Tempesta | We caught up with Vic Firth artist John Tempesta in his studio to talk about how he got his start and some milestones in his long career as a professional drummer. This interview also features performance clips from THE CULT Live at the Fillmore! Don't miss your chance to meet John in person at his upcoming clinic dates: July 13th (Dave Phillips Music - Allentown, PA) July 14th (Sam Ash - Springfield, NJ) July 16th (Alto Music - Middletown, NY) July 17th (Long Island Drum Center - Plainview, NY) | 6/2/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 30 | VideoPERFORMANCE SPOTLIGHT: Wolfgang Haffner at MUSIKMESSE 2009 | Check out this video of Wolfgang Haffner performing at this year's MusikMesse in Frankfurt Germany! | 5/21/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 31 | VideoPERFORMANCE SPOTLIGHT: Mark Schulman at MUSIKMESSE 2009 | Currently out on the road in Europe with P!NK, Mark stopped by this year's MusikMesse festivities to perform and hang out with fellow musicians and drummers from around the world! Check out this video of Mark Schulman's performance at MusikMesse 2009! | 5/5/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 32 | VideoPERFORMANCE SPOTLIGHT: Chad Wackerman at MUSIKMESSE 2009 | With performers and exhibitors from around the world, MusikMesse is Europe's largest music trade show and plays host to a record number of visitors each year! Don't miss this video of Vic Firth artist Chad Wackerman performing at this year's Messe! Stop by our MusikMesse feature page to see more videos from your favorite artists! | 4/29/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 33 | VideoINTERVIEW SPOTLIGHT: Jon Karel | The son of a drummer, Jon took an interest to the instrument at an early age. Watch our interview with Jon to hear about how he cut his teeth in the late 90's NYC heavy metal scene and how he got hooked up with his current gig, The Number 12 Looks Like You. | 4/14/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 34 | VideoPERFORMANCE SPOTLIGHT: Zoro | Zoro is one of the funkiest drummers on the contemporary music scene today. His stellar playing has led to an impressive range of gigs with musicians from around the world. Don't miss this clip of Zoro in action! | 4/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 35 | VideoPERFORMANCE SPOTLIGHT: Ndugu Chancler | Ndugu Chancler is known not only as a world-class drummer and percussionist, but also as a producer, composer, clinician and educator. A three-time Grammy nominee, he has to his credit an extensive list of performances, recordings, original compositions and productions. Check out this clip of Ndugu performing at PASIC 2007! | 4/1/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 36 | VideoPERFORMANCE SPOTLIGHT: Grant Collins | Grant Collins is one of the forerunners in the industry, forever pushing the boundaries of music and leading the cutting edge of creative and unconventional drumming. His approach defies stereotypical drum set methodologies with his innovative and enthralling solo drum set compositions. Check out this clip of Grant performing one of his copmpositions at PASIC 2007! | 3/24/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 37 | VideoPERFORMANCE SPOTLIGHT: Lenny White | Vic Firth signature artist, Lenny White has a long history in the music industry as a performer, recording artist, producer and composer. In this weeks podcast, we've reached way back into the vault to bring you this very special video performance featuring Lenny alongside Chick Corea, Stanley Clarke and Al Di Meola with Return to Forever. | 3/17/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 38 | VideoARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Ian Matthews | Vic Firth artist, Ian Matthews is the drummer for the popular British rock group, Kasabian, whose vibrant brand of rock mixes elements of new wave, electronica, and dub beats with classic progressive song structure. Check out this clip of Ian performing at DrummerLive 2008! | 3/6/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 39 | VideoARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Stanley Randolph, drummer for Stevie Wonder | An excerpt from Stanley Randolph’s 2008 PASIC clinic, featuring some extensive solo work. Be sure to check out vicfirth.com for Stanley’s entire clinic, featuring some great play-alongs of Steve Wonder’s hit tunes! | 2/24/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 40 | VideoARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Roy Mayorga | Drummer Live is Europe’s largest public drum and percussion show, with over 8,000 visitors, artists, manufacturers and distributors from all over the world. Check out this video from Roy Mayorga's clinic at Drummer Live 2008! | 2/17/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 41 | VideoARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Jerry Brown | Drummer Live is Europe’s largest public drum and percussion show, with over 8,000 visitors, artists, manufacturers and distributors from all over the world. Check out this video from Jerry's clinic at Drummer Live 2008! | 2/11/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 42 | VideoARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Mike Terrana | Marking his 30th anniversary as a professional drummer, Mike Terrana's DVD, "The Rhythm Beast" showcases the speed, power and passion that he is known for worldwide. Watch sample clips and listen as Mike explains how a longing for a more "organic representation" of his drumming abilities led up to the recording of this project! | 1/29/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 43 | VideoARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Marko Djordjevic at PASIC 2008 | This week’s drumset podcast features an excerpt from Marko’s clinic at PASIC 2008, performing “Belgrade Bop”. To watch Marko’s clinic in its entirety, check out his artist page at http://www.vicfirth.com/artists/marko_djordjevic.html | 1/20/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 44 | VideoARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Seven Antonopoulos - PASIC 2008 | Check out this featured clip from Seven Antonopoulos' clinic performance at PASIC 2008! | 1/9/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 45 | VideoARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Dafnis Prieto - PASIC 2008 | Check out this featured clip from Dafnis Prieto's clinic performance at PASIC 2008! | 12/31/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 46 | VideoINTERVIEW SPOTLIGHT: Gavin Harrison (excerpts) | This week’s drumset podcast features interview and video footage excerpts from PASIC 2008. View the full interview and more PASIC video clips on Gavin's artist page! | 12/19/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 47 | VideoARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Wolfgang Haffner | Wolfgang Haffner is one of today's most in-demand international jazz artists! This weeks drumset podcast features Wolfgang performing at Montreal Drumfest 2008! | 12/11/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 48 | VideoARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Derico Watson - PASIC 2008 | PASIC is the largest percussion event in the world featuring over 150 concerts, clinics, master classes, labs, workshops, panels and presentations. The finest artists from all over the world are invited to present and perform at PASIC. Watch this clip of Derico Watson performing at PASIC 2008! | 12/3/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 49 | VideoINTERVIEW SPOTLIGHT: David Garibaldi | Check out this featured drumset podcast for a preview of our 4-part interview series with David Garibaldi! | 11/21/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 50 | VideoLENNY WHITE: Montreal Drum Fest 2008 | This drumset podcast features Vic Firth artist Lenny White performing at the 2008 Montreal Drum Fest! | 11/12/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 51 | VideoWILL CALHOUN: Modern Drummer Festival 2008 | Produced since 1987 by Modern Drummer magazine, the world’s most widely-read drumming publication, the two-day Festival presents a roster of today's top drumming talents, representing a variety of popular musical styles. Some offer solo “clinic” performances; others appear “in concert” with additional musicians. All share their talents in an educational and entertaining format that has made the MD Festival a must-see event for drummers around the world! Check out video from this year's festival weekend, courtesy of HUDSON MUSIC and MODERN DRUMMER. Please visit hudsonmusic.com and moderndrummer.com for more great video and information about the Modern Drummer Festival Weekend! | 10/24/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 52 | VideoARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Jojo Mayer | Jojo began his drumming career at 18, touring with Monty Alexander's group, playing major jazz festivals throughout Europe. This lead to back-up gigs with other jazz-greats such as Dizzy Gillespie and Nina Simone and introduced him to an international audience. Watch this featured podcast to see Jojo's performance at DrummerLive 2008! | 10/7/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 53 | VideoARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Jimmy Branly | Born in Havana, Cuba in 1972, Jimmy Branly began playing drums at the age of 13. Branly has performed with nearly every major group in Cuba in virtually every musical genre from straight-ahead jazz to fusion to hardcore dance music! Watch our interview with Jimmy in this featured podcast. | 9/17/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 54 | VideoARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Pete Ray Biggin | Born and raised in the UK, Pete Ray Biggin has been drumming his whole life! A busy studio drummer, Pete also tours with artists such as Mark Ronson, Amy Winehouse, Raiyn and the PB UnderGround among many others. Watch this featured podcast to see Pete's performance at DrummerLive 2008! | 9/4/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 55 | VideoARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Andres Patrick Forero - In The Heights | Vic Firth artist Andres Patrick Forero is the drummer for the new revolutionary Broadway smash hit “In The Heights”, which in 2008 won Tony Awards for best musical, best original score, best choreography and best orchestrations! Watch this behind the scenes video to see Andres hard at work in the pit orchestra for "In The Heights"! | 8/12/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 56 | VideoDrummer Live 2008 - Gavin Harrison | Drummer Live is Europe’s largest public drum and percussion show, with over 8,000 visitors, artists, manufacturers and distributors from all over the world! Check out this video from Gavin Harrison's clinic at Drummer Live 2008! | 7/10/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 57 | VideoPASIC 2007: Omar Hakim - Q and A Session | Attended by thousands of drummers and percussionists, with clinics and performances on twelve stages featuring many of the world's finest musicians, the Percussive Arts Society International Convention (PASIC) is THE “must see” percussion event of the year! Omar Hakim wowed audiences at PASIC 2007 with both his clinic performance and an informative and insightful Q and A session! Watch as Omar takes questions from the crowd in this featured podcast! | 6/25/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 58 | VideoINTERVIEW SPOTLIGHT: Leroy Clouden | Leroy Clouden is one of the busiest drummer/percussionists in New York City. He has recorded with such artists as Steely Dan, Marc Anthony, Saturday Night Live’s bandleader, Lenny Pickett, and with the B-52’s on their huge record, Cosmic Thing, produced by Nile Rogers. He was also the drummer in the Broadway hit Bring in Da Noise, Bring in Da Funk. Check out part one of our two-part interview series with Leroy in this featured drumset podcast! | 6/11/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 59 | VideoINTERVIEW SPOTLIGHT: Derico Watson | We caught up with Derico on the road with Victor Wooten in support of his latest album, Palmystery. Watch performance clips from the gig and hear Derico's thoughts on the album and the tour! | 6/4/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 60 | VideoINTERVIEW SPOTLIGHT: Grant Collins | Described as a ‘Master Drummer’ and one of ‘Worlds Hottest Professional Drummers’, Grant Collins has an intense, almost spiritual passion for the drums. Grant is one of the forerunners in the industry, forever pushing the boundaries of music and leading the cutting edge of creative and unconventional drumming. Watch our interview with Grant to find out more about his exciting solo career as well as his plans for the future! | 5/13/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 61 | VideoINTERVIEW SPOTLIGHT: Kit Chatham | Christopher “Kit” Chatham is currently the Drumset/Percussionist for Cirque du Soleil's touring show, Corteo. With a specialty in the fusing of multiple styles and cultures, Kit utilizes his background in classical, world, commercial and electronic percussion to create a sound that is uniquely his own. Get a behind-the-scenes look at Kit's unique and expansive setup for his gig with Cirque du Soleil! | 4/25/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 62 | VideoINTERVIEW SPOTLIGHT: Ignacio Berroa | Ignacio Berroa has been recognized by many as one of the greatest drummers of our times. His numerous contributions to the American music scene have earned him a place among a very selective group of artists known to have set new musical trends for the 20th century. Watch our interview with Ignacio, featuring a performance at The Jazz Standard nightclub in New York! | 4/8/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 63 | VideoPerformance Spotlight: Peter Erskine and Alex Acuña | At the 2007 Percussive Arts Society International Convention, Alex Acuña and Peter Erskine shared the stage for some self-proclaimed "Weather Report karaoke." Check out this performance of "Black Market Juggler". | 3/26/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 64 | VideoPAT MASTELOTTO - Interview Spotlight | Since the 1970s, Pat Mastelotto has recorded, produced and toured with a long list of artists and bands, including Mr. Mister, Scandal, Al Jarreau, Pointer Sisters, Patti LaBelle, Kenny Loggins, XTC, Cock Robin, The Rembrandts, Jude Cole, Eddie Money, David Sylvian and King Crimson to name a few. Don't miss part one of our three part interview with Pat in this drumset podcast! | 3/19/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 65 | VideoRICC SHERIDAN - Interview Spotlight | Drumming goliath, "Big" Ricc Sheridan "Loves playing huge bass drums". Monstrous drum aside, Ricc's aggressive drumming style and stage presence are a force to be reckoned with on stage. Watch our interview with Ricc in this week's drumset podcast. | 3/4/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 66 | VideoROD MORGENSTEIN - Interview Spotlight | Among musicians, Rod Morgenstein is widely known for his work with the Dixie Dregs. Hear how Rod got his start with the Dregs as a student at the University of Miami and how the band landed their first record deal! Check out vicfirth.com for more videos from our three-part interview series with Rod! | 2/19/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 67 | VideoDAVID LANGGUTH - Interview Spotlight | A drummer from the very beginning, David Langguth cites Animal from the Muppet Show and Buddy Rich as some of his earliest influences. Today, David stays busy keeping the beat for Grammy nominated Nelly Furtado. Watch our interview with David and check out performance clips from Nelly Furtado's "Loose" tour in this week's drumset podcast. | 2/12/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 68 | VideoVINNIE PAUL - Interview Spotlight | Heavy metal drummer and producer Vinnie Paul is most known for his work with Pantera, Damageplan and HELLYEAH. Check out our interview with Vinnie to hear about his new signature stick and his humble beginnings growing up in a musical family. | 1/31/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 69 | VideoJOEY HEREDIA - Interviewe Spotlight | Joey Heredia is a remarkable drummer who blends a multitude of styles, impeccable timing and unbelievable skill to achieve a unique level of playing. Hear Joey talk about how he got started playing drums and his new Vic Firth Signature Series drumstick in this week's drumset podcast. Visit www.vicfirth.com to see Joey's complete interview! | 1/22/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 70 | VideoANDY HURLEY - Interviewe Spotlight | Andy has played with many bands including Project Rocket, Arma Angelus, the Kill Pill, Racetraitor and the pop-punk group, Fall Out Boy. Hear about Andy's new signature drumstick and find out what life is like on tour with Fall Out Boy! | 1/15/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 71 | VideoDAFNIS PRIETO - Live at the Jazz Standard in NYC! | His arrival in the U.S. has been compared to that of an asteroid hitting New York. Indeed, within a short period of time Dafnis Prieto's revolutionary drumming techniques have had a powerful impact on both the Latin and jazz music scene, locally and internationally. Check out this exclusive footage of Dafnis playing at The Jazz Standard in New York! | 1/8/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 72 | VideoJojo Mayer: Secret Weapons for the Modern Drummer | One of the most comprehensive and detailed volumes on hand technique ever produced, Jojo Mayer’s Secret Weapons for the Modern Drummer is recommended for drummers of every age, style and skill level. This week's drumset podcast features a preview clip of Jojo's DVD, complete with performance video of Jojo in action! This video may be purchased through Hudson Music. | 1/2/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 73 | VideoThomas Lang: Montreal Drumfest 2007 | This week's drumset podcast features Thomas Lang's performance at Montreal Drumfest 2007! | 12/19/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 74 | VideoPASIC 2007: Omar Hakim | From playing in his father's band at age ten to selling out stadium shows with Madonna, Omar Hakim has done it all. This week's podcast features Omar performing a funky medley during his clinic at PASIC 2007. Join us at VICFIRTH.COM as we bring you frequent video updates from PASIC 2007! | 12/4/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 75 | VideoPASIC 2007: Dave Weckl | Check out Dave's opening solo from his clinic at PASIC 2007! Don't forget to visit our PASIC 2007 feature page for more photos and videos from your favorite Vic Firth artists. | 11/27/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 76 | VideoPASIC 2007: Dave Weckl | This week's drumset podcast features video clips from Dave Weckl's clinic at PASIC 2007! Don't miss Dave's complete clinic, along with other great vidoes from Alex Acuña, Peter Erskine, Omar Hakim, Grant Collins, Ndugu Chancler, Stefon Harris, Tim Genis and MORE, only at vicfirth.com! | 11/21/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 77 | VideoPASIC 2007: Alex Acuña and Peter Erskine | At this year's Percussive Arts Society International Convention, Alex Acuña and Peter Erskine shared the stage for some self-proclaimed "Weather Report karaoke." If you couldn't make it to this year's convention, don't miss our exclusive video of this incredible clinic in this week's drumset podcast! | 11/13/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 78 | VideoVIC FIRTH at PASIC 2007 | The Percussive Arts Society International Convention (PASIC) is THE “must see” percussion event of the year! If you missed this year’s convention (or attended, but couldn’t take it all in), join VICFIRTH.COM daily as we bring you video from Columbus – including clinics, performances and exclusive interviews from the Vic Firth family of artists and educators! | 11/7/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 79 | VideoARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Swiss Chris | Arriving in New York City via Boston 10 years ago, Switzerland native "Swiss Chris" set many goals for himself as a drummer, musical director, real time producer and educator. He is currently touring and recording as the musical director and drummer for 3-time Grammy winner and multi-platinum artist JOHN LEGEND. Watch our exclusive interview with Swiss Chris in this week's drumset podcast! | 10/24/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 80 | VideoARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Craig MacIntyre | Craig MacIntyre grew up in the Boston area, the second-child of Scottish immigrants. After high school, Craig decided to forgo college to pursue a career in music. Today, he is a much sought-after live and session drummer and is currently on tour with international singing sensation, Josh Groban. In this video interview, Craig talks about how he got the gig with Josh as well as the importance of networking for today's working drummer. | 10/16/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 81 | VideoARTIST SPOTLIGHT: John Wackerman | The Wackerman story continues! Growing up a part of a very musical family, some of John's earliest influences were his dad, Chuck and older brother, Chad. One of John's latest projects, "Drum Duets, Volume 1" brings to life a vision that John has had since childhood. This unique work brings drumming to the forefront with drumset compositions and arrangements that feature John and a host of today's most notable drummers! | 10/9/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 82 | VideoARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Chad Wackerman | Chad Wackerman has amassed a remarkable body of work during his professional career, including long-time associations with both Frank Zappa and Allan Holdsworth. We had a chance to chat with Chad about his gig with Allan. Watch the video interview and playing footage in this week's drumset podcast! | 10/2/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 83 | VideoTommy Igoe, PASIC Clinic Excerpt | From his popular clinic at the Percussive Arts Society International Clinic in 2005, Tommy draws upon his DCI experience in the Bayonne Bridgemen to discuss the common pitfalls that many marching percussionists have when approaching the drumset. Tommy also applies his concepts to several of the tunes from his book, "Groove Essentials: The PlayAlong." | 8/7/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 84 | VideoClaus Hessler | Held each year in Frankfurt, Germany, and featuring an amazing showcase of music products and performers from all over the world, Musikmesse 2007 boasted a record number of exhibitors from 48 countries, and nearly 80,000 visitors. In this week's drumset podcast, we're excited to bring you this video of Claus Hessler's 2007 MusikMesse performance. | 7/31/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 85 | VideoALEX GONZALEZ - LIVE IN CONCERT | Vic Firth artist Alex Gonzalez, nicknamed "El Animal" is the driving force behind Mexico's multi-platinum band MANA. Check out Alex, live and in concert, in this weeks drumset podcast. | 7/11/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 86 | VideoPERFORMANCE SPOTLIGHT: Gavin Harrison | Gavin Harrison is a member of the British progressive rock band Porcupine Tree. In addition, he has authored two instructional drum books entitled Rhythmic Illusions and Rhythmic Perspectives, and produced his own instructional DVDs, Rhythmic Visions and Rhythmic Horizons. Check out this drum solo, excerpted from Gavin's DVD, Rhythmic Horizons. | 7/3/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 87 | VideoPERFORMANCE SPOTLIGHT: Wolfgang Haffner | Watch this video clip from Wolfgang Haffner's live DVD, "Shapes, Live in Concert." | 6/26/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 88 | VideoPERFORMANCE SPOTLIGHT: Tony Royster Jr. | Music has been a part of Tony Royster's life from the very beginning. Over the years, Tony has made the amazing musical journey from sleeping in his father's guitar case and sitting in with the band at the age of three, to taking the stage and performing for audiences at PASIC, Modern Drummer Festival, Montreal Drumfest and many more! Don't miss our interview with Tony to hear more about his early days as well as some of his current projects. | 6/19/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 89 | VideoSteve Jordan Interview Series, Part 4 | Steve Jordan has recommendations for younger players who want to be successful and achieve longevity in the music business. | 6/5/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 90 | VideoSteve Jordan Interview Series, Part 3 | Steve talks about how he got his start as a producer and an engineer as well as some of his Musical Director gigs including the Kennedy Center Awards and Superbowl XL! | 5/23/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 91 | VideoSteve Jordan Interview Series, Part 2 | In the second installment of our four part interview series with Steve Jordan, Steve discusses some early moments in his career including subbing and session playing, auditioning for the Saturday Night Live band, and playing with Steve Gadd! | 5/17/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 92 | VideoSteve Jordan Interview Series, Part I | The first in a four part interview series with Steve Jordan, one of the world's most in-demand session drummers, having performed with such artists as The Rolling Stones, James Taylor, Bob Dylan, BB King, Stevie Nicks, Sheryl Crow and many more. In this first installment, Steve talks about getting his start in the music business. | 5/10/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 93 | VideoBuddy Rich | Today, Buddy Rich is remembered as one of history's greatest musicians. Immensely gifted, Rich could play with remarkable speed and dexterity despite the fact that he never received a formal lesson and refused to practice outside of his performances. This week's drumset podcast features a solo from one of Buddy's very last performances at Disneyland in 1984, excerpted from the Hudson Music DVD "Buddy Rich - At The Top." | 3/14/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 94 | VideoSteve Smith | The Steve Smith Tala Wands were conceived when Steve began playing with drummers from India and needed a way to blend with their sounds - becoming sensitive to lower volume levels. The result was a unique implement, featuring a foam center surrounded by wooden dowels for great balance and rebound. Check out this week's podcast for a video of Steve performing with the Tala Wands at The Drum Pad's 20th anniversary. | 2/28/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 95 | VideoThomas Lang | Check out our exclusive interview with Thomas Lang at Modern Drummer Festival 2006! Thomas talks about this early classical training, what technique can and can't do for you, as well as where he goes to develop new ideas. | 2/6/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 96 | VideoSteve Jordan | Long awaited by drummers around the world, Steve Jordan's DVD, The Groove is Here, offers an honest glimpse at Steve's unique playing style from a drummers perspective. Watch this clip to hear Steve talk about simplicity and the importance of the groove, from collaboration and songwriting to laying down the final tracks in the studio! | 1/30/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 97 | VideoSteve Gadd | One of the most influential drummers of all time, Steve Gadd has toured and recorded with artists such as James Taylor, Eric Clapton, Paul Simon, Chick Corea, Joe Cocker, Dave Matthews, Paul McCartney, Steely Dan and many more! In this week's podcast, this in-demand drummer showcases his versatility with a solo using brushes. | 1/4/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 98 | VideoPeter Erskine | Peter Erskine has performed with a countless number of artists including Diana Krall, Weather Report, Steps Ahead, Steely Dan, Chick Corea, Pat Metheny, among many others. Check out this video of Peter performing a solo at PASIC 2004. | 12/20/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 99 | VideoGrant Collins | Australian drumming sensation, Grant Collins is redefining the arena of solo drumset performance. Embarking on international tours and performing for sold-out audiences worldwide, he pushes the drumset into the spotlight as a contemporary solo instrument. Check out this video excerpt from Grant's solo composition, Swordfish. | 11/7/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 100 | VideoSteve Gadd | There is no drummer alive today who has not been affected in some way by Steve Gadd's influential grooves and "in the pocket" playing style. Steve's groundbreaking work can be heard on legendary recordings such as "Aja," "Late in the Evening," and "Fifty Ways to Leave Your Lover." Check out this video of Steve soloing over a 3/2 clave! | 11/2/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 101 | VideoBrian "Brain" Mantia | Since the mid 80's, Brain has graced the albums and performances of some of rock's top cult/fringe artists with an atitude and playing style all his own. Inspired by sketeboarding videos, Brain has produced his own instructional DVD that is as unique as the music he plays. Check out clips from the DVD as well as our interview with Brian in this week's podcast! | 10/4/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 102 | VideoDave Weckl | For the last 20 years, Vic Firth Signature artist, Dave Weckl has maintained a reputation amongst his fans and peers as one of the very finest musicians on the contemporary music scene today. This week's podcast features Dave performing at the 25th anniversary Drummer's Collective Celebration in New York! | 9/28/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 103 | VideoStanton Moore | As a young drummer growing up in Louisianna, Stanton Moore was heavily influenced by the New Orleans style of drumming that surrounded him. Check out this video interview with Stanton for some performance clips and to hear more about how he has developed his unique playing style. | 8/1/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 104 | VideoJojo Mayer | Vic Firth artist Jojo Mayer began his drumming career at the age of 18, touring with Monty Alexander's group and playing major jazz festivals throughout Europe. Since then, his unique approach to the drums has been recognized worldwide. Check out this video of Jojo performing at the 2005 Modern Drummer Festival. | 7/26/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 105 | VideoSully Erna and Shannon Larkin | Vic Firth artists Sully Erna and Shannon Larkin are the driving force behind the hard-rock band, Godsmack. Check out this week's drumset podcast to see Sully and Shannon engaged in an epic drum battle! | 7/20/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 106 | VideoJack DeJohnette | Jack DeJohnette has performed and recorded with some of the most talented and influential jazz musicians in modern history. Check out this week's drumset video podcast featuring Jack's performance at Columbus Percussion's "Drum Daze." | 7/6/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 107 | VideoBuddy Rich | Arguably the greatest jazz drummer of all time, the legendary Buddy Rich exhibited his love for music through the dedication of his life to the art. His was a career that spanned seven decades, beginning when Rich was 18 months old and continuing until his death in 1987. This video, excerpted from Buddy Rich: At The Top, features a drum solo from 1974. The full DVD is available from HUDSON MUSIC. | 5/23/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 108 | VideoBobby Jarzombek | Bobby Jarzombek, best known as the time keeper for British metal legend Rob Halford, is the epitome of a laid back, good natured, friendly Texan. Jarzombek's skill level behind the kit is truly frightening – and anyone that's ever seen or heard him play can only echo Halford's sentiments, "the best heavy metal drummer I know." Watch Bobby play "Peppered Cancer", excerpted from his Performance and Technique DVD. | 5/16/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 109 | VideoKenny Aronoff | Widely recognized as one of the greatest drummers in the world today, Kenny Aronoff is also one of the most in-demand musicians for both live performance and recording session work. The list of artists he has worked with includes John Mellencamp, Bob Seger, Melissa Etheridge, The Smashing Pumpkins, Jon Bon Jovi, Elton John, Bob Dylan, Waylon Jennings, Travis Tritt, Neil Diamond, Bonnie Raitt, John Fogerty and many others. With a style of playing that combines power and finesse, Kenny has been named the #1 Pop/Rock Drummer for 5 consecutive years and the #1 Studio Drummer for 4 consecutive years by the readers of Modern Drummer Magazine. | 5/2/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 110 | VideoSteve Gadd: PASIC 2005 Clinic | One of the most influential drummers of all time, Steve Gadd set a new standard in contemporary drumming techniques and performance, and in doing so launched a thousand imitators. If you weren't able to attend the Percussive Arts Society International Convention in Columbus, you won't want to miss our video feature of Steve's standing-room-only clinic. Here is a video of Steve demonstrating his famous groove from Paul Simon's "Late in the Evening." | 4/18/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 111 | VideoPeter Erskine | Peter Erskine has performed with a countless number of artists including Diana Krall, Weather Report, Steps Ahead, Steely Dan, Chick Corea, Pat Metheny, among many others. Watch Peter's tasteful brush and straight ahead jazz playing with is wonderful video. | 4/6/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 112 | VideoTerry Bozzio / Chad Wackerman Duet | In coordination with DW DVD, Vic Firth presents Terry Bozzio and Chad Wackerman in their much anticipated encore performance. Recorded following their sold out multi-city tour, the two drumming legends are captured via dramatic multi-angle camera views. Complete with insightful interviews and active graphics explaining their unique melodic approach to drumset, this DVD is a must for every drumming enthusiast's video library. For more information, visit www.dwdrums.com! | 4/6/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
| Total: 112 Episodes |
Customer Reviews
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I've been drumming for about 2 years now and I had heard a lot of classic stuff: John Bonham, Ringo Starr, Neil Peart, Vinnie Colaiuta, etc. But I had heard A LOT of them and I was running out of inspirations. When my drum teacher told me about this Podcast, I was very happy and subscribed right away. I don't regret a thing. I've been listening to drummers that I've never even heard of, and it never gets old. Thanks, Vic Firth!
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This is an execlent Podcast. It is so great that there is a podcast all for drumming, and Vic Firth chose some great drummers to put into this podcast! This is especially cool for me becasue i actually went to the PASIC 2007 convention! its cool to be able to watch these guys solos all over again!! Thanks Vic Firth!! (just as a suggestion, i only see one of Omar Hakims solos, he had an opining solo and a collaboration of different songs put togeather at the end, it owuld be great if you could get both of them.) thanks anyway though!
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