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Re:strings that hold the bars

William Moersch January 8, 2009 No Comments

There are a variety of options for marimba bar cord. Some prefer a softer cotton cord for less bar noise, some prefer a more durable nylon cord, and some use cord with a nylon or even wire core covered with a softer cotton sheath. The marimba manufacturers will sell bar cord at a high mark-up or you can purchase in bulk. One common version is parachute cord, available from military surplus stores. I recommend the kind that has seven internal strands, covered with a braided sheath. Also see www.cheaperthandirt.com — they have 100-, 300-, or 1000-foot spools in black or colors.

WM

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Int. Marimba Competition Salzburg 2009

office December 18, 2008 No Comments

Dear Marimba Players!

Following the success of the International Marimba Festival Linz 2004 and the Marimba Competition 2006 in Linz the Classic Concert Music Group – in collaboration with the renowned University Mozarteum and Summeracademy Mozarteum Salzburg – is hosting an International Marimba Competition for marimbists of all ages and nationalities under the artistic direction of the internationally known marimba virtuoso Bogdan Bacanu.

The competition will take place at the Mozarteum Salzburg from July 26th to the 1st of August 2009 in Salzburg – the historical Austrian city, home of the composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Candidates will play in front of a jury comprised of many of the world’s leading marimba artists and musical personalities, as well as industry professionals such as concert organisers, artist managers, record labels and instrument manufacturers, providing the chance to open up many new and exciting career opportunities.

Thank you for visiting our website. We would be more than happy to welcome you to Salzburg in 2009.

Warmest regards from Salzburg,
Michael Preibisch
Classic Concert Music Group

www.MarimbaFestival.at

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Re:Re:Reflection on the Nature of Water

William Moersch December 9, 2008 No Comments

Percussive Notes, August 2002
Percussive Notes, June 2003
Percussive Notes, October 1997

Also, from the PAS Members Forum Errata Section:

A further updated compilation of errata for the Boosey & Hawkes edition of Jacob Druckman’s Reflections on the Nature of Water.

I, m. 36, upper stave (3rd beat) – missing quarter-note rest

I, m. 37, both staves (entire measure) – tremolo

III, m. 11, lower stave (1st beat) – extend 16th beam to C

III, m. 17, lower stave (1st beat) – extend 16th beam to C

III, m. 25 (5th-7th eighth notes) – all 32nds, not 16ths

IV, m. 23, lower stave (last 16th note) – E, not Eb (missing natural sign)

IV, m. 43, upper stave (first beat) – A and C, not F and A

IV, m. 47, upper stave (last note) – G and C#, not G and D#

VI, m. 10, lower stave (3rd beat) – B, not Bb (missing natural sign)

VI, m. 10, (3rd beat) – all 32nds, not 16ths

VI, m. 16, lower stave (last 8th note) – B, not Bb (missing natural sign)

WM

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Aurora Borealis – OUT NOW for Christmas

office October 29, 2008 No Comments

Dear Marimbaplayers,

the New Percussion Quartet CD named “Aurora Borealis” is available NOW.

Please have a look and LISTEN to the music at

http://www.classicconcert.com/auroraborealis

Buy the CD now with special condidions direct from the Label.

Best
Michael

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The TRACKS:
Astor Piazzolla
1. Prologue 02:43

Daniel Nikolas Wirtz
2. Valse Valse 03:09

Keiko Abe
3. Wind Sketch II for Two Marimbas 07:22

Libor Sima
4. The Blues Thing 04:42

Keiko Abe
5. Reflections on Japanese Children’s Songs II for Two Marimbas 10:43

R

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