Everything we learn, we learn rote,” Peggy Carlson said, discussing how the Zimbabwean marimba groups she leads in Fairbanks ...

Nesma Abdel Aziz shares her story of marimba passion, and plans for the future, with Ahram Online At a rehearsal room at the Cairo Opera House premises, Nesma Abdel Aziz chitchats with everyone with a ...

In Zimbabwe, the marimba is more than just an instrument; it is a living symbol of cultural identity, social cohesion, and creative innovation. Rooted in Shona and Ndebele musical traditions, the ...

During the annual solo percussion competition at the Aspen Music Festival and School, an untrained voice and a passion for Chilean folk song from marimba player Jaime Cárdenas-España won over judges. ...

It's fair to say that albums featuring the marimba as a lead instrument are fairly uncommon. As such, as unfair as it may be, Water And Fire comes with a certain novelty value. My primary exposure to ...

If the marimba had existed in J.S. Bach’s time, would he have composed for that dark, mellow, resonant instrument? Most folks would answer yes, but renowned marimba soloist She-e Wu goes one step ...

There's nothing like a good percussion part to spice up your track - both rhythmically and texturally. Even the addition of just a simple conga or shaker part can transform a dull rhythm track into a ...