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Brian Zator
เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 27 ต.ค. 2013
Dr. Brian Zator is the Director of Percussion at Texas A&M University-Commerce and a Past-President of the Percussive Arts Society.
As a marimba/percussion soloist or ensemble director, Dr. Zator has performed at nine Percussive Arts Society International Conventions (PASIC), the Texas Music Educators Association Convention, the Texas Bandmasters Association Convention, the College Band Directors National Association Convention, the North Texas Keyboard Percussion Symposium, as well as abroad in China, Brazil, Japan, Australia, Argentina, Switzerland, and Luxembourg.
Dr. Zator has released two CD's: “Zamiki: Music for Solo Marimba” and a chamber-works CD entitled, “Zoomorphs”. He is also the author of the method book, "Keyboard Fundamentals", published by Musicon Publications.
He earned has degrees from Baylor University, the University of Michigan, and the University of North Texas, and is also a student of world-renowned marimba artist, Keiko Abe.
As a marimba/percussion soloist or ensemble director, Dr. Zator has performed at nine Percussive Arts Society International Conventions (PASIC), the Texas Music Educators Association Convention, the Texas Bandmasters Association Convention, the College Band Directors National Association Convention, the North Texas Keyboard Percussion Symposium, as well as abroad in China, Brazil, Japan, Australia, Argentina, Switzerland, and Luxembourg.
Dr. Zator has released two CD's: “Zamiki: Music for Solo Marimba” and a chamber-works CD entitled, “Zoomorphs”. He is also the author of the method book, "Keyboard Fundamentals", published by Musicon Publications.
He earned has degrees from Baylor University, the University of Michigan, and the University of North Texas, and is also a student of world-renowned marimba artist, Keiko Abe.
Migrating Birds, marimba solo, from Ballades for Koto Solo, by Minoru Miki, arr. Brian Zator
John Wolff, marimba
Recorded live on 9.15.22 at Texas A&M University-Commerce
Purchase the full set of "Ballades for Koto Solo, arranged for Solo Marimba" here: brianzator.com/?page=storeItem&id=799
Program Notes
While studying in Japan, I attended a Pro Musica Nipponia concert. This ensemble, founded by Minoru Miki, unites traditional Japanese instruments with contemporary music and one of the first pieces on their concert was a koto ensemble. This was the first time I had ever heard this instrument live and when I listened, I imagined that music being played on marimba. When I later met Minoru Miki to talk about his marimba compositions, I also asked him about his works for koto and my interest in arranging them for the marimba. He graciously approved and suggested his Ballades for Koto Solo compositions.
I then met with Akemi Yamada, the principal koto player with Pro Musica Nipponia. Ms. Yamada has recorded all four volumes of Miki's Ballades and was very willing to help me understand more about koto. She demonstrated various movements of these works and explained the intricate markings and notations of koto music as well as the different playing techniques for the koto. Through this demonstration and my own experimentations on the marimba, I have tried to emulate the bends and slides of the koto through different playing areas and grace notes on the marimba.
The various glisses, grace notes and embellishments are meant to emulate the unique sounds created in the original koto works. Miki has heard my koto arrangements and has given his approval for their publication and performance.
Recorded live on 9.15.22 at Texas A&M University-Commerce
Purchase the full set of "Ballades for Koto Solo, arranged for Solo Marimba" here: brianzator.com/?page=storeItem&id=799
Program Notes
While studying in Japan, I attended a Pro Musica Nipponia concert. This ensemble, founded by Minoru Miki, unites traditional Japanese instruments with contemporary music and one of the first pieces on their concert was a koto ensemble. This was the first time I had ever heard this instrument live and when I listened, I imagined that music being played on marimba. When I later met Minoru Miki to talk about his marimba compositions, I also asked him about his works for koto and my interest in arranging them for the marimba. He graciously approved and suggested his Ballades for Koto Solo compositions.
I then met with Akemi Yamada, the principal koto player with Pro Musica Nipponia. Ms. Yamada has recorded all four volumes of Miki's Ballades and was very willing to help me understand more about koto. She demonstrated various movements of these works and explained the intricate markings and notations of koto music as well as the different playing techniques for the koto. Through this demonstration and my own experimentations on the marimba, I have tried to emulate the bends and slides of the koto through different playing areas and grace notes on the marimba.
The various glisses, grace notes and embellishments are meant to emulate the unique sounds created in the original koto works. Miki has heard my koto arrangements and has given his approval for their publication and performance.
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The Longing, marimba solo, from Ballades for Koto Solo, by Minoru Miki, arr. Brian Zator
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Jianpeng Feng, marimba John Wolff, marimba Recorded live on 9.15.22 at Texas A&M University-Commerce Purchase the full set of "Ballades for Koto Solo, arranged for Solo Marimba" here: brianzator.com/?page=storeItem&id=799 Program Notes While studying in Japan, I attended a Pro Musica Nipponia concert. This ensemble, founded by Minoru Miki, unites traditional Japanese instruments with contempora...
To the South, marimba solo, from Ballades for Koto Solo, by Minoru Miki, arr. Brian Zator
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Brian Zator, marimba Recorded live on 9.15.22 at Texas A&M University-Commerce John Wolff, marimba Recorded live on 9.15.22 at Texas A&M University-Commerce Purchase the full set of "Ballades for Koto Solo, arranged for Solo Marimba" here: brianzator.com/?page=storeItem&id=799 Program Notes While studying in Japan, I attended a Pro Musica Nipponia concert. This ensemble, founded by Minoru Miki,...
Psychopomp by Caleb Pickering, performed by the Texas A&M-Commerce Percussion Faculty
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Psychopomp by Caleb Pickering, performed by the Texas A&M-Commerce Percussion Faculty Originally composed for marimba quartet, Kent Hillman (drumset instructor) wrote a new drumset part to perform with this ensemble. The performers (from left to right) include: Brian Zator Cory Doran Sandi Rennick Lauren Teel Kent Hillman (drumset)
Concerto for Marimba, Mvt. 1, Eric Ewazen - Brian Zator, Marimba, Texas A&M-Commerce Wind Ensemble
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Brian Zator performs the first movement of Eric Ewazen's popular "Concerto for Marimba" with the Texas A&M University-Commerce Wind Ensemble, conducted by Phil Clements
"Berserker" by Caleb Pickering, performed by Brian Zator and the A&M-Commerce Percussion Ensemble.
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"Berserker" is an aggressive and heavy work written for advanced solo marimba and accompanied by a supporting ensemble of 5 percussionists. While not directly programmatic, the atmosphere, title, and challenge to the soloist are reflective of Japanese artist Kentaro Miura’s critically acclaimed graphic manga series "Berserk." Berserker was commissioned by Mineola High School in Mineola, TX for ...
Marimba Minute - "The Lion's Roar" 3rd promo
มุมมอง 873 ปีที่แล้ว
Curated by Dr. Brian Zator, The Lion’s Roar, Vol. 1 is a collaboration between alumni of the Texas A&M University-Commerce (East Texas State University) music program. Reflecting the vastly differing musical backgrounds and experiences of each composer, "The Lion’s Roar" provides new musical and expressive opportunities with each piece. c-alanpublications.com/lions-roar/ Sandi Rennick is perfor...
Marimba Minute - "The Lion's Roar" 2nd promo
มุมมอง 673 ปีที่แล้ว
Curated by Dr. Brian Zator, The Lion’s Roar, Vol. 1 is a collaboration between alumni of the Texas A&M University-Commerce (East Texas State University) music program. Reflecting the vastly differing musical backgrounds and experiences of each composer, "The Lion’s Roar" provides new musical and expressive opportunities with each piece. c-alanpublications.com/lions-roar/ Tami Bott is performing...
Marimba Minute - "The Lion's Roar" 1st promo
มุมมอง 553 ปีที่แล้ว
Curated by Dr. Brian Zator, The Lion’s Roar, Vol. 1 is a collaboration between alumni of the Texas A&M University-Commerce (East Texas State University) music program. Reflecting the vastly differing musical backgrounds and experiences of each composer, "The Lion’s Roar" provides new musical and expressive opportunities with each piece. c-alanpublications.com/lions-roar/ Ashton Carter is perfor...
Marimba Minute - "Berserker" by Caleb Pickering - Percussion Ensemble preview
มุมมอง 2103 ปีที่แล้ว
Here is a short clip from Caleb Pickering's awesome piece for solo marimba and percussion ensemble, "Berserker".
Marimbe Minute - clip of "Virginia Tate" by Paul Smadbeck
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Here is a short clip of "Virginia Tate" by Paul Smadbeck, performed in 2008 by Brian Zator Full performance version here: th-cam.com/video/omKvKn8JJmg/w-d-xo.html
Marimba Minute - Minoru Miki's "Skylark" for solo koto, arr. Brian Zator
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This is a short clip from "Skylark", a piece arranged for marimba by Brian Zator, originally composed for Japanese koto by Minoru Miki. The piece is available for purchase here: brianzator.com/?page=storeItem&id=31 Full video here: th-cam.com/video/omKvKn8JJmg/w-d-xo.html
Nakura-Zator Marimba Duo - J.S. Bach "Well-Tempered Clavier: Book 2" No. 15, G-Major
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Nakura-Zator Marimba Duo performing a marimba transcription of J.S. Bach's "Well-Tempered Clavier: Book 2" No. 15, G-Major.
Marimba Minute - Double Strokes exercise - group "performance"
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Continue to work on your exercises, warm-ups and FUNDAMENTALS!!! But, do so in a FUN way using play-along tracks. Check out my book located here: www.lonestarpercussion.com/Sheet-Music-Books/General-Keyboard-Method-Books/General-Keyboard-Method-Book-Keyboard-Fundamentals-by-Brian-Zator-Innovative-Percussion_2.html
Marimba Minute - Permission to Screw Up, Kristen Hadeed
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I encourage everyone to checkout the book, "Permission to Screw Up", by Kristen Hadeed. Although she isn't a musician, her book and story relate so well so help all of us to improve, grow from mistakes, and have a positive outlook on being lifelong learners. None of us are perfect. We will all make mistakes. And that is ok!
Marimba Minute - StryveMind Promotional Video
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Marimba Minute - StryveMind Promotional Video
Marimba Minute - Cavaliers 25th anniversary of "The Planets" 1995 DCI Championship
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Marimba Minute - Cavaliers 25th anniversary of "The Planets" 1995 DCI Championship
Marimba Minute - Return to fall 2020: Michael Bungay Stanier quote
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Marimba Minute - Return to fall 2020: Michael Bungay Stanier quote
Marimba Minute - Student performance of "Porgy and Bess", by George Gershwin, arr. Eric Sammut
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Marimba Minute - Student performance of "Porgy and Bess", by George Gershwin, arr. Eric Sammut
Marimba Minute - Fall 2020 A&M-Commerce Percussion Faculty Intro
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Marimba Minute - Fall 2020 A&M-Commerce Percussion Faculty Intro
Marimba Minute - Keiko Abe's new book, "Works for Solo Marimba, Vol. III"
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Marimba Minute - Keiko Abe's new book, "Works for Solo Marimba, Vol. III"
Marimba Minute - Makoto Nakura Bach book
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Marimba Minute - Makoto Nakura Bach book
Marimba Minute - "Momentum" book performance
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Marimba Minute - "Momentum" book performance
Virginia Tate by Paul Smadbeck (live performance)
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Virginia Tate by Paul Smadbeck (live performance)
Skylark (from Ballades for Koto Solo) by Minoru Miki, arr. Brian Zator
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Skylark (from Ballades for Koto Solo) by Minoru Miki, arr. Brian Zator
The Young Sprout (from Ballades for Koto Solo) by Minoru Miki, arr. Brian Zator
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The Young Sprout (from Ballades for Koto Solo) by Minoru Miki, arr. Brian Zator
Marimba Minute Practice at home method - Part 4
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Marimba Minute Practice at home method - Part 4
Marimba Minute Practice at home method - Part 3
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Marimba Minute Practice at home method - Part 3
Amazing recording Dr. Zator. Was wondering what mallets you were using in the recording?
The planets is my favorite show ever and I love the DNA strand part then when the drill ends perfect with the one note
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Hi, Mr. Zator: Nice video❤Can you tell me where I could order “Keiko Abe Marimba Works VOL.III”. Thanks for help!
May you be blessed by the algorithm ✨
Nice! I use a recorded track for younger snare drum students and it really works well. The monotony of playing to a tick is alleviated through the use of a song track. So much more intersting for the student and teacher alike. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you for checking this out Dennis. And I'd love for you to check out the entire book with the tracks, exercises and posters. www.lonestarpercussion.com/Sheet-Music-Books/General-Keyboard-Method-Books/General-Keyboard-Method-Book-Keyboard-Fundamentals-by-Brian-Zator-Innovative-Percussion_2.html
@@brianzator I may have to do that. As a side note, I marched D.C.I. with the owner of Lonestar (David) Spirit of Atlanta 1980.
Brian- Do you teach left hand lead for all scales? I have always done that but I see some people teaching the opposite. It just makes more sense to start with the left hand as you proceed up the keyboard with no crossing. Also, nice idea with the play-along tracks. I think this gives students a nice track to play with and this also serves as a metronome for tempo control. Keep up the good, work. I just discovered your channel and now I'm a fan or at least a follower or subscriber. I love the Texas A & M military style and those old school drums are the best. Thanks for sharing your talents. Would love to teach in Texas. I'm a retired band director and I teach private lessons and also teach sectionals in the schools. I may have to check out your book for my students.
I teach LH lead for ascending scales b/c they lead right into Green, intervals and arpeggios. I then have them play RH lead for the descending patterns.
Dog bark at the end. Great!
I want to say this is an amazing piece performed very well by Dr. Zator and the students in this video. It was an honor for me as the Mineola HS drum captain to premiere this piece with the other students at Mineola and I miss music a lot. Even though I am not in the music career path anymore and I am in the Army now, I still continue to exercise my love for the percussion world. Awesome piece!
You and the entire Mineola HS Percussion Ensemble were AMAZING on this piece! You guys were an absolute joy to work with and the piece wouldn't be what it is today without your work and dedication!
That's an interesting version of Verano Porteño! Sounds more like Sammut's Variations on Porgy and Bess. Who knew Sammut could rip off of Pius like that! 😬
Ha! Well, b/c it IS Sammut's Porgy and Bess variation - my bad on putting on the wrong title of the video. Sarah had played Verano the year prior to this and I just messed up. Ha! Good catch Sophia!
Amazing!
Thank you so much!
AWESOME!
Haha!!! I love it. I think I got them all right. A plus student??
I LIKED IT! Thank you for sharing, Brian!!
Yes, Double stops!! Thank you for such fun videos.
Wonderful performance! I actually performed this piece in April 2016 with my professor, Dr. Pennington, at Augustana University in Sioux Falls, SD. And although your performance was not technically the U.S. premiere, you provided a more polished, better recorded performance than we did on limited rehearsal time. Thanks for sharing-I stumbled upon Mashima's work almost by accident, and I'm absolutely thrilled his music is making its way to the U.S.!
Love this! You guys sound amazing!
Thank you so much! We really enjoyed playing Robert's piece!
awesome video!