#84 Jim Ancona: Percussionist, Educator, Writer and More!

Discussions in Percussion

English - August 08, 2018 07:31 - 1 hour - 93 MB - ★★★★★ - 65 ratings
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Damon interviews Jim Ancona, band director at the University of Delaware. Percussion arranger for groups like Star of Indiana (1993), Crossmen (1998), Blast!, Carolina Crown and so many more. They talk about his upbringing and tutelage, tips for writing and being a well rounded percussionist. Marcos joins to talk about and educational spotlight (new conga chops lessons), product reviews, an iconic recording picked by Charlie Hunter, music news and more!