The eleventh anniversay Mark Yancich Timpani Class will take place January 2-6, 2008 and will share locations with both Emory University and Atlanta Symphony Hall in Atlanta, Georgia. Advanced timpanists, students and teachers are invited to apply and attend.
Mark Yancich has been the timpanist of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra since 1981 and teaches at Emory University, where he also hosts the annual Atlanta Percussion (TAP) Seminar each June. Mr. Yancich is a frequent clinician throughout the country, has received critical acclaim for his "Art of Timpani" educational video series, and can be heard on over 100 recordings on the Telarc label, including most of the great choral/orchestral repertoire with Robert Shaw conducting.
Please join Mr. Yancich from January 2-6, 2008 for 5 days of timpani instruction and collaboration.
Fill out the application right away. . . enrollment is limited!
Included in the class . . .
* Timpani Performance Technique and Artistry
* Timpani Stick Making (Cartwheel & Ball)
* Orchestral & Choral Timpani Repertoire
* Working with Plastic & Calfskin Heads
* Audition Preparation & Repertoire
* Changing, Tuning and Clearing Heads
* Private Coaching/Lesson Included
* Atlanta Symphony concert Included
Other Topics TBA
Schedule subject to revision.