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Welcome to The Washington Tattoo Podcast"Where the World's Musical Traditions Come to Life."🔔 Subscribe for exclusive updates and offers!Tag @thewashingtontattoo on social media and use hashtag #sharethetraditionThe Washington Tattoo is an international music and arts festival coming to the DC metro area. Our podcast explores the lives and stories of world renowned musicians, dancers, producers, choreographers, artists, educators, arts advocates, and those who serve our arts community at large.___________________________________________________________EPISODE #30 Paula BradenPaula Monahan, nee Braiden, is currently an RSPBA Drum Major Adjudicator and retired competitor. She has also been a Drum Major teacher for 23 years through her role as Director of PB Class of Drum Majors, and within this time, she has developed several accomplished champion Drum Majors, including 5x World Champions.As a previous competitor herself, she holds the following titles and honors: 6x times World Champion, 5x times consecutive World Champion runner-up, 15x British, 11x European, 13x Scottish, 3x UK, 7x Cowal, 12x Ulster, and 12x All Ireland Champion titles spanning over a 25-year career period. She also has RSPBA PDQB in musical theory for Grade 4 Piping and Grade 5 Drumming.On top of this, she has also been Senior Drum Major at several prestigious international musical Tattoo events. She served as the Senior Drum Major for 8x years at Avenches Festival Tattoo (Switzerland), 2x years at St. Gallen Tattoo (Switzerland), 1x year at Spasskaya Tower International Military Music Festival (Moscow), and various other international musical tattoos and events across the globe.She has also had the pleasure and experience of co-producing the massed pipes and drums at the Avenches Festival Tattoo, St. Gallen Tattoo, Spasskaya Tower International Military Music Festival, and the Walled City Tattoo (Derry/Londonderry), including several indoor mini tattoos based within Northern Ireland.For more information and donations, find us at www.TheWashingtonTattoo.com#washingtondc #dc #military #DMV #nonprofit #drumline #drumcorps #marchingarts #percussion #PASIC #percussivearts #education #tradition #culture #podcast For more information and donations, find us at www.TheWashingtonTattoo.com#washingtondc #dc #military #DMV #nonprofit #drumline #drumcorps #marchingarts #percussion #PASIC #percussivearts #education #tradition #culture #podcast

Welcome to The Washington Tattoo Podcast"Where the Wold's Musical Traditions Come to Life."🔔 Subscribe for exclusive updates and offers!Tag @thewashingtontattoo on social media and use hashtag #sharethetraditionThe Washington Tattoo is an international music and arts festival coming to the DC metro area. Our podcast explores the lives and stories of world renowned musicians, dancers, producers, choreographers, artists, educators, arts advocates, and those who serve our arts community at large.___________________________________________________________EPISODE #29 Florian HedigerFlorian Hediger was born and raised in Basel, Switzerland, also known as „the capital of rudimental drumming“. The city has a rich culture of rudimental drumming with over 5000 drummers in the traditional „Fasnacht“. Florian started drumming at 7 years old in a group for Fasnacht called „Spale-Clique“. At 16 years old, he joined the drum school of the world famous show drumming group Top Secret Drum Corps. After 3 years he made the cut and became member of the snare line of TSDC. From 2012 to 2018 (with a brief absence in 2017) he travelled with the corps to China, USA, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, all over Europe and many more.  During his career in TSDC, he performed twice in The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo and twice in his hometown at the Basel Tattoo. One of the highlights was definitely the 90. birthday celebrations for H.M. The Queen at Windsor Castle in 2016. Today Florian is teaching children and adults in the traditional „Basel-Style“ and still drumming himself in Spale-Clique. He is also an active serving member of the Swiss Army as a rudimental drummer.For more information and donations, find us at www.TheWashingtonTattoo.com#washingtondc #dc #military #DMV #nonprofit #drumline #drumcorps #marchingarts #percussion #PASIC #percussivearts #education #tradition #culture #podcast For more information and donations, find us at www.TheWashingtonTattoo.com#washingtondc #dc #military #DMV #nonprofit #drumline #drumcorps #marchingarts #percussion #PASIC #percussivearts #education #tradition #culture #podcast

Welcome to The Washington Tattoo Podcast"Where the wold's musical traditions come to life." 🔔 Subscribe for exclusive updates and offers!Tag @thewashingtontattoo on social media and use hashtag #sharethetradition The Washington Tattoo is an international music and arts festival coming to the DC metro area. Our podcast explores the lives and stories of world renowned musicians, dancers, producers, choreographers, artists, educators, arts advocates, and those who serve our arts community at large.___________________________________________________________EPISODE #28 Sergeant First Class (SFC)  Retired Donald Paul Francisco  Don Francisco is a New Orleans, LA native.  He graduated from St. Augustine High School in May of 1983 and enlisted in the US Army that Summer.  He graduated from the Armed Forces School of Music in Norfolk, VA.  He served with The 5th Infantry Division (Mech) Band in Fort Polk, LA, The 8th U S Army Band In Seoul, South Korea and retired from active duty with The US Army Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps, Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall (formerly known as Fort Myer), Virginia, which was his last duty assignment. He also traveled extensively performing nationally and internationally.  Total length of service 30 years. While on active duty he attended Northern Virginia Community College, Washington Bible College, University of Maryland, NSU of Louisiana and George Mason University pursuing studies in Music, Education, Public Relations and American History.  He performs Gospel, Classical, Colonial, Jazz, Folk and a few standards on various flutes, fifes, penny whistles and panpipes. Currently he is a History Interpreter & Resident Fifer at George Washington’s Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens, where he talks about the importance of music in the American Revolution, from critical communication to enjoyable entertainment.  He also performs  at schools, various local venues, assisted living & nursing homes.  He actively ministers in music at his home church, International Calvary Church in Springfield, VA.  He has been married for the past 33 years to Grace Kang Francisco of Seoul, South Korea.  They have two adult sons; Samuel & Jonathan.  He welcomes you to contact him at flute4JESUS@gmail.com   For more information and donations, find us at www.TheWashingtonTattoo.com#washingtondc #dc #military #DMV #nonprofit #drumline #drumcorps #marchingarts #percussion #PASIC #percussivearts #education #tradition #culture #podcast

Welcome the The Washington Tattoo Podcast!"Where the world's musical traditions come to life"Thank you for listening and please consider subscribing and helping us #sharethetradition!For more information about us, the podcast, and our upcoming events, please visit us at https://www.thewashingtontattoo.com/_________________________________LINKS:Enjoy Episode #27!Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1cIQKs8GB16c9lo24U6UzAApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-washington-tattoo-podcast/id1526474988Direct mp3 Download:  https://www.buzzsprout.com/1234208/11006891-inside-national-tartan-day-with-ny-committee-president-kyle-dawson.mp3?download=true________________________________ABOUT OUR GUEST:We are thrilled to welcome our guest: Kyle DawsonKyle is the President of the National Tartan Day New York committee. On this episode, we dive into Kyle's insight behind the New York Tartan Day Parade and expand on that experience and history.______________________________________THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:Podcast producer: https://www.sieffstudios.com/Education Partner: https://prologixpercussion.com/Episode Sponsor: https://www.maclellanbagpipes.com_____________________________________For more information and donations, visit us at https://www.thewashingtontattoo.com/ For more information and donations, find us at www.TheWashingtonTattoo.com#washingtondc #dc #military #DMV #nonprofit #drumline #drumcorps #marchingarts #percussion #PASIC #percussivearts #education #tradition #culture #podcast

Welcome the The Washington Tattoo Podcast!"Where the world's musical traditions some to life"Thank you for listening and please consider subscribing and helping us #sharethetradition!For more information about us, the podcast, and our upcoming events, please visit us at https://www.thewashingtontattoo.com/Enjoy episode #26!Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/5oQ9NYB4JDQ________________________________We are thrilled to welcome our guest: Alasdair HuttonAlasdair Hutton has managed to cram so much into his life, firstly starting off as a journalist before moving on as a  Broadcaster for the BBC, He then joined the Parachute Regiment as a paratrooper where he served from 1964-1986 Alasdair also served as a Member of the European Parliament between 1979-1989, However is most famous role came in 1992 when he was asked to be the official storyteller of the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo an appointment he held for 29 years. During his time with the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo  he also penned a couple of Tattoo themed children’s books aptly named ‘The Tattoo Fox, The Tattoo Fox makes new Friends and The Castle Cat’ he also wrote his autobiography “The Greatest Show on earth”.Alasdair was awarded the OBE (Order of the British Empire) in 1986 for his military service._____________________________________THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:Podcast producer: https://www.sieffstudios.com/Education Partner: https://prologixpercussion.com/Episode Sponsor: https://www.maclellanbagpipes.com_____________________________________For more information and donations, visit us atwww.thewashingtontattoo.com For more information and donations, find us at www.TheWashingtonTattoo.com#washingtondc #dc #military #DMV #nonprofit #drumline #drumcorps #marchingarts #percussion #PASIC #percussivearts #education #tradition #culture #podcast

Sgt. Maj. of the Army Daniel A. Dailey, U.S. Army retired is a native of Palmerton, Pennsylvania. Dailey enlisted in the Army in 1989 and attended basic training and advanced individual training as an 11B (infantryman) at Fort Benning, Georgia. During his career, Dailey held every enlisted leadership position in the mechanized infantry, ranging from Bradley Fighting Vehicle commander to command sergeant major. Dailey has served with the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th Infantry Divisions stateside and overseas. In March 2009, he was selected as the 4th Infantry Division command sergeant major, where he served as both the command sergeant major of Fort Carson, Colorado, and U.S. Division‐North, Iraq. In 2011, Dailey was selected to serve as the command sergeant major of the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC). Dailey was sworn in as the 15th sergeant major of the Army on Jan. 30, 2015, and relinquished the position on Aug. 9, 2019.In addition to four tours in support of Operations Iraqi Freedom and New Dawn, Dailey deployed in support of Operations Desert Storm and Desert Shield. He earned the Bronze Star with Valor for his leadership during the 4th Infantry Division’s two‐month Battle for Sadr City in 2008.  Dailey is a graduate of class 54 of the U.S. Army Sergeants Major Academy and the Command Sergeants Major Course. Dailey holds a Bachelor of Science (Summa Cum Laude) from Excelsior College.In January of 2020, Dailey joined the executive team at the Association of the U.S. Army, where he serves as vice president of Noncommissioned Officer and Soldier Programs.Dailey has been married to his wife, Holly, for 28 years. They have one son, Dakota._______________________________________________________________________The Washington Tattoo is an international music and arts festival coming to the DC metro area. Our podcast explores the lives and stories of world renowned musicians, dancers, producers, choreographers, artists, educators, arts advocates, and those who serve our arts community at large.For more information and donations, find us at https://www.thewashingtontattoo.com#sharethetradition For more information and donations, find us at www.TheWashingtonTattoo.com#washingtondc #dc #military #DMV #nonprofit #drumline #drumcorps #marchingarts #percussion #PASIC #percussivearts #education #tradition #culture #podcast

Joe Brady was a Police Officer for 18 years. He initially served in the Chicago area before heading to Clayton, North Carolina to spend his remaining 5 years working in the Clayton Police Department.  More recently, he moved across to Motorola Solutions where his time in the Police Department actually came in handy as you’ll learn in this episode.A keen bagpiper for over 30 years, Joe can be found playing in the Wake & District Pipe Band in Raleigh. His connections in the area have helped put the pipe band on the map and you’ll also hear about his relationship with Maclellan Bagpipes and realise that Joe isn’t happy unless he’s busy!You can find more about Wake & District here: https://www.raleighpipeband.comThe Washington Tattoo is an international music and arts festival coming to the DC metro area. Our podcast explores the lives and stories of world renowned musicians, dancers, producers, choreographers, artists, educators, arts advocates, and those who serve our arts community at large.For more information and donations, find us at https://www.thewashingtontattoo.com#sharethetradition For more information and donations, find us at www.TheWashingtonTattoo.com#washingtondc #dc #military #DMV #nonprofit #drumline #drumcorps #marchingarts #percussion #PASIC #percussivearts #education #tradition #culture #podcast

https://www.thewashingtontattoo.comDarren Hardy, an accomplished flautist and Northumbrian pipes player, has been a Yeoman Warder for the Tower of London since 2019. Prior to guarding the Tower, Darren was a musician with the 6RRF Band for almost a decade. During this period, Darren also spent time as an instrument repairer specializing in flute repairs, while also customizing instruments and teaching instrument maintenance to students.  Later on, Darren joined the Reserve Army as a member of the 6th Battalion Royal Regiment of Fusiliers. This is where he began learning the Northumbrian Pipes. In 1996, Darren joined the Honorable Artillery Company, and became the Assistant Band Sergeant Major of the Band of the Coldstream Guards. Darren performed in State Ceremonial events including Trooping the Colour and the Changing of the Guard, the 1998 Edinburgh Tattoo Finale, and the Sydney Tattoo in 2010. He also successfully penned the words to Tyne Cot Passchendaele. Darren proudly served with distinction for 23 years. In 2019, Darren earned the Meritorious Service Medal (MSM), a British medal presented to sergeants and warrant officers of the British armed forces for distinguished meritorious achievement and service. For more information and donations, find us at www.TheWashingtonTattoo.com#washingtondc #dc #military #DMV #nonprofit #drumline #drumcorps #marchingarts #percussion #PASIC #percussivearts #education #tradition #culture #podcast

Danny Gottlieb is a well known American drummer. He is best known as a founding member of the Pat Metheny Group, and co-founder of the group Elements with Mark Egan. He is currently a professor at the University of North Florida, teaching the Evolution of Jazz, and is the author of “The Evolution of Jazz Drumming” (Hudson Music/Hal Leonard). He is featured on over 400 recordings including four Grammy Award Winners.    Beth Gottlieb, is an internationally recognized percussionist, soloist, teacher and clinician. She is currently the principal percussionist with the Walt Disney World Candlelight Orchestra at Epcot, and Percussion and Drum Circle Coordinator for Victor Wooten's “Wooten Woods”. Her music is featured in multiple major Disney animated films and an impressive collection of major recording artists. Beth is a former member of Future Corps, Future World Brass and World Dancers Band.    Danny and Beth, known as “The Gottlieb Duo,” perform in concerts and clinics around the world. The duo are active musicians in the Lt. Dan Band, named after the infamous character Lieutenant Dan in the motion picture Forrest Gump, portrayed by lead singer Gary Sinise. The band plays all around the world, for charities and non-profit organizations, and even visiting military bases in the United States and abroad. 85% of the concerts directly benefit the US Military.                                For more information and donations, find us at www.TheWashingtonTattoo.com#washingtondc #dc #military #DMV #nonprofit #drumline #drumcorps #marchingarts #percussion #PASIC #percussivearts #education #tradition #culture #podcast

Libby Westphal Podcast Copy Episode #21  Libby Westphal is a native of Sperryville, Virginia. She now resides in her private retreat with her loving husband and son in Leesburg. Growing up in the suburbs of Washington D.C., Libby quickly developed a love for the small-town life. She takes pride in being a United States Air Force Veteran and an avid community volunteer. Being a mother, wife, sister, and veteran does not overshadow Libby as a true fighter. Libby has endured over 12 surgeries and 3 months of tough chemotherapy to battle ovarian cancer. She did not let the life changing battle define her. Libby knew that she needed to secure her future with her son. She made a commitment to choose life and fitness as her “beacon of hope.” This choice did not come easy, but determination prevailed. Her family, personal accountability, and goal setting has kept her on track.    Over time, she has developed a passion for health and fitness. Her newfound devotion led her to a successful journey to lose 70-pounds and go down 10 sizes. She is fully committed to her new lifestyle and in return has become one of the Top National Physique Committee (NPC) Competitors. Her proven experience has created a path for her to become a Certified Personal Trainer, as well as a Certified Aging & Women’s Health Specialist. Libby has started her own training and lifestyle company named “110% FIT”, while being crowned Transcontinental Mrs. USA in 2019. Libby has made appearances at the Virginia Women’s Business Conference, The American Cancer Society Survivor’s Luncheon, and the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition.     Through it all, she has had the same mission in mind; inspire others towards change and personal growth. She shamelessly believes in motivating others to live a healthy lifestyle. She finds great pleasure in sharing her journey to inspire, motivate and transform others. She embodies her personal mantra, “Become the Victor in life and not the Victim” ~Libby Westphal~      www.libbywestphal.com     For more information and donations, find us at www.TheWashingtonTattoo.com#washingtondc #dc #military #DMV #nonprofit #drumline #drumcorps #marchingarts #percussion #PASIC #percussivearts #education #tradition #culture #podcast

Scott Vedder is the author of Signs of a Great Résumé, the #1 best-selling résumé book on Amazon.com,Signs of a Great Résumé: Veterans Edition, and the newly-released books Signs of a Great Interview and Signs of a Great Interview: Veterans Edition. His expertise on military veteran career transitions has been recognized by the White House, Pentagon, and veteran service organizations nationwide. Scott conducted over 5,000 interviews as a Fortune 100 recruiter. He now serves as a professional speaker, consultant and expert on résumés, interviews, and career transitions with a focus on helping military veterans and military spouses succeed in the civilian workforce. His inspiring dedication to the veteran and military spouses community has helped thousands of service men and women. By using the acronym P.A.T.R.I.O.T. Scott highlights the incredible attributes our service members bring to the table:I Possess ValuesI am AccountableI am TrainableI am RespectfulI take InitiativeI am On timeI am aTeam playerScott is happy to speak to your team of professionals, veterans service organization, student group or the media about résumés,interviews and more. Scott's presentations are entertaining, educational and full of !@#$%, the Signs of a Great Résumé! Scott regularly appears for in-person engagements and virtual meetings and he's available for travel across the country and internationally.You can find more information about Scott on his websitehttp://www.authorscottvedder.com/home.html. For more information and donations, find us at www.TheWashingtonTattoo.com#washingtondc #dc #military #DMV #nonprofit #drumline #drumcorps #marchingarts #percussion #PASIC #percussivearts #education #tradition #culture #podcast

Master Gunnery Sergeant Duane King, Major of “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band graduated from Terry Parker High School in Jacksonville, FL. After attending recruit training at Parris Island he attended the Marine School of music as a trumpet player. His first duty station was with the Marine Corps Band New Orleans, Louisiana.  In 2000, Master Gunnery Sgt. King left for Twentynine Palms, California and later returned to the School of Music where he completed the Ceremonial Conductor/Drum Major course. In June 2010, Master Gunnery Sgt. King was selected to be the Assistant Drum Major of “The President’s Own.”  Now, as Head Drum Major of “The President’s Own,” Master Gunnery Sgt. King serves as the senior enlisted advisor of the unit and is responsible for the band’s appearance and ceremonial drill. He is charged with directing the band in ceremonial commitments, including the inaugural parade and White House Arrivals U.S. Presidents, heads of state, and foriegn dignitaries. For more information and donations, find us at www.TheWashingtonTattoo.com#washingtondc #dc #military #DMV #nonprofit #drumline #drumcorps #marchingarts #percussion #PASIC #percussivearts #education #tradition #culture #podcast

CEO and Producer Basel Tattoo Erik Julliard also founder and manager of the Top Secret Drum Corps known around the world as one of if not the best drumline in the world. The Top Secret Drum Corps has performed all over the world, has been one of the highlight acts for the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, the Mountbatten Festival of Music in London’s Royal Albert Hall and was even invited to perform for Her Majesty’s the Queen’s 90th Birthday celebration.  Erik’s story reaches back into an ancient tradition of fifes and drums in the historic city of Basel, Switzerland. Known as the birthplace of fifing and drumming Basel Erik grew up surrounded by history, tradition, and music. Erik is the Programmchef Glaibasler Charivari which is a pre-carnival event that takes place each year just prior to the Basel Carnival of Fasnacht. Additionally Erik began a new venture with Julliard Events and worked with the Swiss Open. He continues to stay active as a performer with the 21st Grey Coat Battalion Fife and Drum Corps and the Naarebaschi Fasnacht Clique.  In 2018 Erik was inducted into the World Drum Corps Hall of Fame for his accomplishments in the marching arts and continues to inspire millions as one of the foremost innovators in the international tattoo scene.  For more information and donations, find us at www.TheWashingtonTattoo.com#washingtondc #dc #military #DMV #nonprofit #drumline #drumcorps #marchingarts #percussion #PASIC #percussivearts #education #tradition #culture #podcast

Maurice "Mo" Brown:  World renowned drum major for some of the world's most iconic military bands, "Mo", originally from Belfast, Northern Ireland has worked with the Irish Guards, the Scots Guards, the Coldstream Guards, as well as the Corps of Drums of the Royal Logistics Corps. He has led Guard Mounts at Buckingham Palace with three of the five U.K. Army Household Division bands, was spotlighted as drum major during the  2016 Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, and led multiple bands during Her Majesty's Birthday / Trooping the Colour.  James "Jim" McGarity:SGM(R) James McGarity, a legend in his field is the most decorated Drum Major in the history of the incredible U.S. Army Band "Pershing's Own". During his tenure with the U.S. Army Band he performed for numerous state and royal visits at the White House as well as for eight presidential inaugurations. SGM(R) McGarity retired from active military service with distinction and later went on to become the head Drum Major for the Virginia International Tattoo, the largest international tattoo in the United States. Jim over his legendary career has represented the United States throughout Europe, Asia, and North America and continues to consult and advise in his free time. Philipp Rütsche:Philipp is the lead drum instructor for the Swiss Army and is the Drum Major for the Swiss Army Central Band as well as Swiss Army Conscript Band. He was integral in the creation of the Society of International Rudimental Drummers and was a featured performer for the 2016 Percussive Arts Society International Convention's "Drummer's Heritage" concert. Philipp is a true musical ambassador and has performed all over the world representing the very best of Switzerland's traditions, history, and culture. James "Jeb" Hague:  A graduate from Penn State University and member of the famous "Blue Band", "Jeb" went on to become the senior Drum Major for the United States Army "Old Guard" Fife and Drum Corps, part of the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment "The Old Guard", The Army's Official Ceremonial Unit and Escort to the President of the United States. He has served as Fife Section Leader, Arranger, Production Manager, State Funeral Subject Matter Expert, and now serves as the Fife Group Leader. For more information and donations, find us at www.TheWashingtonTattoo.com#washingtondc #dc #military #DMV #nonprofit #drumline #drumcorps #marchingarts #percussion #PASIC #percussivearts #education #tradition #culture #podcast

Watch Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/V0usxRLblD0MsgtTom Rarick is a world renowned percussionist, educator, and musical innovator.  As composer and arranger for the Bluecoats Drum and Bugle Corps, Tom is a leading voice in the marching arts arena. Additionally Tom, a graduate of Indiana University of Pennsylvania, is a percussionist with the United States Air Force Ceremonial Brass and has performed throughout the United States and abroad. He has performed, taught, or adjudicated across the globe. Memorable performances at the United States Capitol, the White House, and the National Football League's Super Bowl are just a few highlights of Tom's illustrious career. Tom is also a signature series artist with Innovative Percussion and endorses Evans Drumheads.  You can visit us at https://www.thewashingtontattoo.com and follow us on social media @thewashingtontattoo#sharethetradition For more information and donations, find us at www.TheWashingtonTattoo.com#washingtondc #dc #military #DMV #nonprofit #drumline #drumcorps #marchingarts #percussion #PASIC #percussivearts #education #tradition #culture #podcast

Professor Ken Green is the Associate Director of Bands and Professor of Percussion at Northwestern State University of Louisiana. Having received wide recognition as a performer, conductor, educator, arranger, he is in great demand as a clinician, consultant, and adjudicator. He holds degrees from the Crane School of Music at SUNY Potsdam, New York, and the University of Kansas. Mr. Green is the past President of the Louisiana Chapter of the Percussive Arts Society, a member of the Percussive Arts Societies Marching Percussion Committee, Vice President of the International Association of Traditional Drummers, and Principal Timpanist with the Rapides Symphony Orchestra. He holds memberships in Phi Beta Mu, Phi Mu Alpha, Sigma Alpha Iota, Kappa Kappa Psi, and Tau Beta Sigma fraternities. Ken Green is also a member of several adjudicators associations throughout the United States and Canada. His principal instructors have been Jim Petercsak, Harold Green, Nick Attanasio, John S. Pratt, Joe Morello, George Boberg, and Allen Benson. Ken is proud to be an Artist/Endorsee for Innovative Percussion. For more information and donations, find us at www.TheWashingtonTattoo.com#washingtondc #dc #military #DMV #nonprofit #drumline #drumcorps #marchingarts #percussion #PASIC #percussivearts #education #tradition #culture #podcast

Bill Bachman is an international performer, clinician, composer, arranger and all around incredible human being.  Bill has worked with some incredible ensembles throughout his career. The Cadets, Blue Coats, Blue Knights, Carolina Crown, Magic of Orlando and others. He studied at the Berklee College of Music as well as the University of North Texas and is the founder of Drumworkout.com He is the author of Row-Loff's Rudimental Logic, Quad Logic, and Bass Logic; designer of Vic Firth's Heavy Hitter pad series and is a contributing writer for Modern Drummer magazine. Bill is an endorser/clinician for Remo drumheads, Zildjian cymbals, Vic Firth sticks & mallets, Row-Loff Productions, and Earaserz in-ear earplugs. In this episode we unpack drumming mentalities, mentorship, determination, and success. Although 2019-2020 was a challenging time for Bill, we discuss how one builds the skills necessary to become a world class musician in today challenging world.#DrumAndBugleCorps #DCI #WGI #Drumworkout #NorthTexas #Berklee #Drums #Music #Tattoo #TheWashingtonTattoo #ShareTheTradition For more information and donations, find us at www.TheWashingtonTattoo.com#washingtondc #dc #military #DMV #nonprofit #drumline #drumcorps #marchingarts #percussion #PASIC #percussivearts #education #tradition #culture #podcast

SGT Stuart Warmington spent the last 22 years performing in the world famous Corps of Drums of Her Majesty's Royal Marines.As Partner & Marching Division Manager for the British Drum Company, this connects Stu with marching bands from all over the world and allows him to interact closely with the youth marching band activity in the United Kingdom. He also oversees Research and Development, Artist Relations, and all Product Development for the Marching Division.As a former President for the Traditional Youth Marching Band Association (TYMBA), this allowed Warmington to stay connected with younger generations of musicians while continuing to positively influence the future of traditional drummers in the U.K. In 2014 Stu became the Percussion Advisor for the Liberty High School Grenadier Band in Bethlehem, PA (just outside of Philadelphia). The band has over 290 members with a 30 strong Corps of Drums. This positions involves traveling to the United States on regular occasions to teach and make sure the Drums Corps maintains their incredibly high standard. He also composed and arranges for their Corps of Drums.Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/N9ojFCV_Xyg For more information and donations, find us at www.TheWashingtonTattoo.com#washingtondc #dc #military #DMV #nonprofit #drumline #drumcorps #marchingarts #percussion #PASIC #percussivearts #education #tradition #culture #podcast

Dan Moore is an internationally known musician, composer, and educator. He performs throughout the U.S. and in international venues such as the 2007 International Marimba Festival in Chiapas, Mexico; the International Percussion Festival in Patagonia, Argentina (2005, 2006); conservatories in The People’s Republic of China (2002, 2006); and in Valletta, capital of the Mediterranean island nation Malta (2007). Dr. Moore is a Yamaha national performing artist, a signature mallet artist for Innovative Percussion, an educational board member for the Latin Percussion Music Group (LP), an artist for Sabian cymbals and Grover tambourines and triangles, and a member of the Zendrum 21st Century Techno-Tribe. He serves on the Board of Directors for the Percussive Arts Society International Organization for Percussionists. Find this great interview on #Spotify, #YouTube, #ApplePodcasts, or where ever you consume your podcast content.  For more information and donations, find us at www.TheWashingtonTattoo.com#washingtondc #dc #military #DMV #nonprofit #drumline #drumcorps #marchingarts #percussion #PASIC #percussivearts #education #tradition #culture #podcast

We Are Back! Episode #11 Is Now Live!  Featuring: Ralph Hardimon &  GLEN CROSBY Ralph Hardimon is currently one of the leading authorities in marching percussion. As a world-renowned educator in percussion, Ralph has traveled all over the world to work with percussion ensembles, marching bands, and drum corps. Ralph is currently a music judge for Winter Guard International (WGI) and Bands of America (BOA). Ralph was inducted into the Drum Corps International Hall of Fame in 2000. He received the "Lifetime Achievement Award" from Sabian in 2004. GLEN CROSBY has been in the marching arts since 1980. Over that time, he has held various roles from a tenor instructor to program coordinator with numerous DCI, WGI and BOA groups.  Currently, Glen’s schedule involves being Program Coordinator and Percussion Director for Pacific Crest Drum and Bugle Corps, and drum line instructor for the UCLA Marching Band. After decades in the activity, he still finds great joy in teaching students of all ages and experience levels. Find this great interview on #Spotify, #YouTube, #ApplePodcasts or where ever you consume your podcast content.  ⭐️ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-washington-tattoo-podcast/id1526474988?fbclid=IwAR0ftsL_VON6iAIFKE1I-hiQ9aYv1D1tsDvFGsX9TbAIMGDGhpKCkfFJLgk ⭐️   #ShareTheTradition #MusicConnects #philosphy  #values  #dedication  #ACallToArmsAndArts” ⭐️ Mapex & Majestic Marching Percussion MAPEX Drums Germany Evans Drumheads, Promark, SABIAN Prologix Percussion Tapspace Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce @Potomac-Promoters Sieff Studios For more information and donations, find us at www.TheWashingtonTattoo.com#washingtondc #dc #military #DMV #nonprofit #drumline #drumcorps #marchingarts #percussion #PASIC #percussivearts #education #tradition #culture #podcast