The Washington Tattoo Podcast: Recent Episodes
The Washington Tattoo Team of Mark Reilly, Billy White, Brian Pentony
"Where the World's Musical Traditions Come to Life". The Washington Tattoo is an International Music and Arts Festival coming to the Washington 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 culture communities at large. For more information and donations find us at www.thewashingtontattoo.com To make a donation to The Washington Tattoo, please click here: https://www.patreon.com/user/creators?u=39203452
In this episode of the Washington Tattoo podcast, the hosts interview Nicko McBrain from Iron Maiden. Nicko shares his journey into music, starting from playing on pots and pans as a child to being inspired by drummers like Joe Morello, Ringo Starr, Keith Moon, and John Bonham. He talks about how he joined Iron Maiden and the role of being in the right place at the right time. Nicko also discusses his move to the US and what he misses most about the UK. He shares some memorable stories from his travels with Iron Maiden. Nicko shares his experiences of performing live shows and highlights the uniqueness of each performance. He recalls memorable moments, such as the first show at Rock in Rio with over 300,000 fans in the audience. Nicko also discusses his recovery from a TIA and the challenges he faced in getting back to playing drums. The conversation then shifts to the Mountbatten Festival and the experience of performing with the Royal Marines. Nicko expresses his gratitude for the opportunity and the magic of playing with an orchestra. He concludes with words of wisdom, encouraging perseverance and faith in the face of adversity.
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The conversation covers Macy Bennett's journey into Highland dancing, her experiences in competitions and tattoos, the challenges she has faced, and her advice for young dancers. The discussion also delves into the role of music in Highland dancing, the importance of community, and the motivation to continue pursuing the art. Macy shares her passion for the craft and the impact of tattoos on her life.
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In this episode of the Washington Tattoo Podcast, Mark and Stu interview George Kazianis, a percussionist and composer from Greece. They discuss George's musical journey, his love for percussion instruments, and his approach to composing and arranging music. They also touch on the importance of embracing different music styles and incorporating technology in music creation. George shares his advice for aspiring composers and talks about his upcoming projects.
Takeaways
Embrace different music styles and incorporate them into your compositions and arrangements.
Use technology as a powerful tool in music creation, but also appreciate the organic sound of acoustic instruments.
Cultivate an endless passion for music and embrace opportunities for growth and exploration.
Collaborate with other musicians and artists to create innovative and unique performances.
Compose and arrange music based on personal experiences, emotions, and perspectives.
Respect tradition while striving to innovate and make smart choices in your compositions.
Experiment with different approaches to composition, such as incorporating poetry or collaborating with photographers.
Keep an open mind and be willing to learn from others in order to grow as a composer and musician.
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In this episode of The Washington Tattoo Podcast, Mark and Stu interview Steve Gillespie, a U.S. Army veteran and former member of the Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps. Steve shares his journey from starting in music to his career in the Old Guard and his transition to a successful business career. He discusses the importance of humility and adaptability in leadership and shares insights on transitioning from the military to civilian life. Steve also highlights his involvement in volunteer organizations and recommends the book 'The Power of Habit' for mindset transition.
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EPISODE #43 Douglas Howard
One of the leading orchestral percussionists of his generation, Douglas Howard served the Dallas Symphony Orchestra for forty-three years as both Principal Percussionist and Associate Principal Timpanist, retiring in 2018. He also served as Interim Principal Timpanist for the orchestraâs 2009-10 season. After graduating from the University of Tennessee in 1970, Mr. Howard joined the United States Air Force Concert Band in Washington, DC, first as a percussionist, and later as timpanist. Upon completion of his military service, he was awarded a fellowship to study with Charles Owen at the Aspen Music Festival, and was also appointed Principal Percussionist of The Louisville Orchestra (KY) in 1974. He began his work with the Dallas Symphony in 1975, and has also performed as a guest percussionist with numerous other major American orchestras. As a founding member of the Dallas based world-music ensemble, DâDrum, Mr. Howard has performed as a soloist in Stewart Copelandâs Gamelan DâDrum with the Dallas Symphony, the Cleveland Orchestra, and the San Antonio Symphony. He also has performed with DâDrum at PASIC on three different occasions. In 2006, Mr. Howard received the Sabian Lifetime Achievement Award during the Percussive Arts Society International Convention.
Mr. Howard headed the percussion program in the Meadows School of the Arts at Southern Methodist University in Dallas for 41 years, and he has been a member of the Artist Faculty at the Aspen Festival for 42 years. A 2023 recipient of the PAS Lifetime Achievement in Education Award, he has taught at the Oberlin Percussion Institute, the Ludwig International Percussion Symposium, and has given orchestral masterclasses at institutions such as the Cleveland Institute of Music, Curtis Institute, New England Conservatory, Manhattan School of Music, Oberlin College Conservatory, Ithaca College, Temple University, Peabody Conservatory, University of North Texas, and Baylor University. Mr. Howard has toured Europe and Asia with the Dallas Symphony and has often appeared with that orchestra in New Yorkâs Carnegie Hall. His work can be heard on Dallas Symphony recordings spanning four decades with Music Directors Eduardo Mata, Andrew Litton, and Jaap van Zweden, and for record labels including RCA, Angel-EMI, Telarc, Dorian, Delos, and Pro Arte.
Mr. Howard now makes his home in Chapel Hill, NC.
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EPISODE #42 Dr. Niyati Dhokai
Dr. Niyati Dhokai is a Research Associate Professor in the College of Visual and Performing Arts at George Mason University, and she serves as Program Director for the Veterans and the Arts Initiative at the Hylton Performing Arts Center. In addition, Dr. Dhokai serves as a Faculty Fellow for Curricular Innovation in the Office of the Dean of the College of Visual and Performing Arts. In recognition of her work, Dr. Dhokai is the 2018 recipient of the Change Maker of the Year award from the Virginia Department of Veterans Services and the 2018 recipient of George Mason Universityâs Jack Wood Award for Town Gown Relations in the faculty/staff category; she was also named a 2022 Emerging Scholar by Diverse: Issues in Higher Education. Prior to joining the faculty at GMU, she worked with veterans and service members recovering from injuries in post-acute neurorehabilitation in the Washington D.C. metro area by designing and facilitating music activities to support community integration. She has a B.A. in Music from George Mason University, and she completed her M.A. and Ph.D. in Music (Ethnomusicology) from the University of Alberta (Canada), where her doctoral dissertation research was supported by a Fulbright grant to study in India.
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EPISODE #41 Erik Andersson
Erik Andersson is on his seventh year as the East Coast Ambassador to Hendrickâs Gin.
Prior to his move across the big pond, Erik began his journey in 2012 as the Hendrickâs Gin Ambassador to Asia looking after markets including China, Japan, Korea, Singapore, Thailand and Hong Kong.
His love affair with spirits began when he was a young bartender in his hometown Uppsala in 1998. Erik holds 25 years of experience in the industry, and has a deep and passionate love for travel, which led him to bar programs and ownership roles in London, China and Stockholm.
In addition to his wealth of knowledge in mixology, service, and spirits, Erik plays the bass clarinet and is fluent in Mandarin, both of which he brings with him on his travels to exotic locales.
Most recent Erik passed the International Brewers and Distillers Certificate in distillation, Bar5Day, inducted in the UK Gin Guild and nominated for ambassador of the year at GinMagazine awards in 2021.
Erik spends his days exploring the most eccentric bars and speakeasies across the region, finding new ways to celebrate the unique rose and cucumber-infused gin in subtle and complex concoctions. Outside of mixology, Erik can be found enjoying the great outdoors hunting and fishing as well as playing classical music.
Erikâs Instagram handle is @youngmrflanagan
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EPISODE #40 Chris Thomson
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HOLIDAY SPECIAL EPISODE
While Stu was over for a Washington Tattoo event Mark and Stu took full advantage of being in the same time zone and produced this extra podcast special.
They talk about what happens with their families during the festive period.
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EPISODE #39 Tyler Fry
Hometown start with a global vision
The TyFry company is renowned as the industry leader in innovation, design and manufacturing of all variations of tenor drum mallets used today, and holds all of the global patents.
Pioneered by Tyler Fry at the age of 13 in Kincardine, Ontario, TyFryâs revolutionary product range has grown from the first handmade prototype to include the international best-selling TyFry Classic, Platinum, Ultimate, Ultimate Practice and the groundbreaking myTyFry Ultimate Custom tenor drum mallets.
Tyler is internationally recognized as the leading percussionist of a generation in the art of pipe band tenor drumming. By the age of 15, he had won every major professional solo tenor drumming event in North America; including the Canadian, United States and North American Championships. His band honours include three-time winner of the Grade One World Bass Drum Section Championship with the 78th Fraser Highlanders Pipe Band of Toronto, as well as countless Scottish, British, European and World band and drum corps titles with Shotts & Dykehead Caledonia Pipe Band and the Spirit of Scotland Pipe Band under the leadership of the legendary Drum Major Jim Kilpatrick MBE.
Nowadays Tyler travels extensively throughout North and South America, Europe, Asia and Australasia conducting masterclasses and seminars, presenting and commentating at major events, and performing regularly on international tours with the infamous bagrock group, the Red Hot Chilli Pipers.
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EPISODE #38 Anna White
Meet Anna White, tartan aficionado, a dairy farmerâs daughter, lover of all things outdoors and founder of ScotlandShop, a multi-million pound retail business operating internationally. Winner of the Womenâs Enterprise Scotland International Business award and the DIT Made in the UK, Sold Worldwide Awards, Anna has 20 years of experience in the retail world of Scottish textiles. Initially inspired to support the rural economy and incredible textiles industry in the Scottish Borders, Annaâs ecomm operation has expanded to shops in Scotland and the US, with a long list of events around the world to make sure everyone has a chance to unearth their heritage and join the tartan clan.
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EPISODE #37 - Powerful Partnerships
The Washington Tattoo is proud to work with incredible partners across the globe. One of which, honors service members over the Holiday Season is Wreaths Across America.
The Washington tattoo is distributed proudly across the world through Wreaths Across America Radio and during the 2023 Association of United States Army annual meeting in Exposition in Washington DC, CEO Mark Reilly was able to sit down with Jeff Pierce and Cliff Bauman for this engaging interview.
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EPISODE #36 Jesse Sieff
In 2016, Jesse enlisted in the Marine Corps as an active duty musician stationed at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., with the âThe Commandantâs Ownâ United States Marine Drum & Bugle Corps. During his four years as a percussionist with "The Commandant's Own", Jesseâs aptitude for creating media content was heavily utilized in the unitâs Public Affairs Office. Jesseâs videography work was recognized beyond the company level and led to collaborations with the Marine Barracks Washington Battalion COMMSTRAT, The USMC Color Guard, The USMC Silent Drill Platoon, and beyond.
Jesse holds a B.A. from the Indiana University of Pennsylvania Department of Music, and an A.S. in Computer Aided Drafting & Design from the CCAC Department of Civil Engineering. A veteran percussionist in Drum Corps International and Winter Guard International, Jesse has an extensive background in the marching arts activity and over a decade of experience as an educator with independent, scholastic, and collegiate percussion ensembles. Jesse continues to share his passion for music through a variety of methods, and is a sought-after clinician, online percussion instructor, and published composer.
Currently, Jesse is the proud owner of Sieff Studios, a media production company based in Annapolis, MD. His strong foundation in the musical and visual arts combined with his love for community and military service brought Jesse to the production team of The Washington Tattoo in 2019. He is passionate about creating and sharing media experiences that reflect his background and values, and is thrilled to promote musical, cultural, and educational experiences through this world class organization.
Jesse in an endorsed artist with Gridbook Percussion Education, Dynasty Titan, Innovative Percussion, Reflexx, and Grover Pro Percussion.
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EPISODE #35 - A Performance Fit for a King
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EPISODE #34 Joy Dunlop
Gaelic Singer | TV & Radio Presenter | Scottish Stepdancer | Educator
Joy Dunlopâs singing career is the result of a lifeâlong fascination with
Scotlandâs traditional music and has led her all over the world; from major
Celtic festivals, to touring the UK, Europe, Canada, USA, Japan and New
Zealand.
Through her singing, she showcases Gaelic music and song in a
contemporary way that always remains true to its roots. Nominated as Gaelic
Singer of the Year 2020, 2016, 2011 & 2010, she has also won both the
coveted Royal National MĂČd Gold Medal and the Oban Times Gold Medal
and is the only person to be crowned both Traditional Singer of the Year &
Traditional Dance Champion at the Pan Celtic Festival. Sheâs released three
highly acclaimed solo albums, Caoir, DĂčsgadh and Faileasan and also, Dithis;
a duo album with her brother Andrew. Joy is also the driving force between
âGaelic/Gaeilge supergroupâ, LAS and has featured on a range of
collaborative albums.
A popular television & radio broadcaster, Joy is involved with a wide range of
music, current affairs and light entertainment programmes. With her
trademark poise and depth of knowledge, Joyâs warmth and enthusiasm have
made her increasing in-demand in television and radio broadcasts alike;
from presenting the weather on both BBC Scotland & BBC Alba, to fronting
SpeakGaelic; a wide-ranging, multi-faceted learning brand, offering the most
comprehensive approach to learning Scottish Gaelic in a generation. She
also presents the BBC Radio Scotland Young Traditional Musician of the Year
competition and often hosts well known music programme Travelling
Folk. Joy is also the creator and co-host of the popular Scottish Gaelic and
irish podcast âA-nunn âs Anallâ.
A fluent Gaelic speaker, with an honours degree in Gaelic Language and
Culture, Joy has taught Gaelic language and song courses across the globe
and in her spare time, she also conducts the Alba Choir; Scotlandâs first and
only Eurovision entry, who participated in the 2019 Eurovision Choir of the
Year finals in Gothenburg, Sweden.
She is also the director of Seachdain na GĂ idhlig / World Gaelic Week - the
first official nationwide language and culture week to be held in Scotland.
Seachdain na GĂ idhlig aims to raise the profile of Gaelic through community
initiatives, projects and events. It provides the opportunity for both Gaelic
speakers and those without the language to take part in a way that suits
them; here in Scotland and further afield.
See www.joydunlop.com for further details.
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EPISODE #33 David Allfrey
Experienced tourism, hospitality and major events Senior Executive, Brigadier David Allfrey MBE has built a successful military career and lasting name as the CEO/Producer of the world-renowned Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo.
David currently helps companies, local, regional and national authorities and Governments develop focussed, innovative, deliverable and sustainable strategies and plans.
A personable, energetic, and innovative leader, Brigadier Allfreyâs inspirational leadership showcases his reputation for accurate analysis, vision casting, and building confident and dynamic teams.
We are honored and humbled to call Brigadier David Allfrey MBE a friend and advisor to the Washington Tattoo.
Full CV: https://drive.google.com/file/d/14maHolNCUsKaD0zp6bIdkIH0wSBjNnzQ/view?usp=sharing
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EPISODE #32 David Coker
David Coker has 43 years of experience in nonprofit management and the military health system. He was selected as the first employee of Fisher House Foundation in 1994 when the program had 14 houses. He has the privilege of working with Ken Fisher, the Fisher family, and the Board of Trustees to expand the Foundationâs programs and the network of Fisher Houses. The program has flourished and is now recognized as one of the premiere nonprofits working to support the quality of life for our military and veteran families.
David joined the Foundation in 1994 following his retirement from the U. S. Army. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Trinity University in San Antonio, Texas, and a Master of Health Administration from the U. S. Army - Baylor University Graduate Program in Health Care Administration. Coker has served on the Board of Directors for the Military, Veterans, and Patriotic Service Organizations of America and the Independent Charities of America.
Coker first became involved with the Fisher House program as a volunteer at Fitzsimons Army Medical Center. He helped prepare the house for its first guests. He also founded and served as the first elected president of the Friends of the Fisher House at Fitzsimons Army Medical Center, a local nonprofit organization established to support the Fisher House.
Coker comes from a military family with more than 100 years of service in the United States Army.
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EPISODE #31 Sarah Bumgardner
Sarah Bumgardner is the Director of Partnerships and Member Engagement with AAFMAA. Sarah previously served AAFMAA as the Senior Veterans Affairs Coordinator in Reston, VA., as the SpouseLink Ambassador for the Camp Lejeune area, as a Relationship Manager for AAFMAA Wealth Management and Trust and as a member of the Member Benefits Team.
Sarah was a military spouse for 11 years, is a mother of 2 boys, and enjoys spending her time outdoors. Graduating from Auburn University with a Health and Hospital Administration degree and minor in business, she loves first and foremost helping others.
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EPISODE #30 Paula Braden
Paula 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.
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"Where the Wold's Musical Traditions Come to Life."
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EPISODE #29 Florian Hediger
Florian Hediger was born and raised in Basel, Switzerland, also known as âthe capital of rudimental drummingâ. The city has a rich culture of rudimental drumming with over 5000 drummers in the traditional âFasnachtâ. Florian started drumming at 7 years old in a group for Fasnacht called âSpale-Cliqueâ.
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 âBasel-Styleâ and still drumming himself in Spale-Clique. He is also an active serving member of the Swiss Army as a rudimental drummer.
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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 Washingtonâs 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
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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!
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ABOUT OUR GUEST:
We are thrilled to welcome our guest: Kyle Dawson
Kyle 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.
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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!
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We are thrilled to welcome our guest: Alasdair Hutton
Alasdair 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 childrenâs books aptly named âThe Tattoo Fox, The Tattoo Fox makes new Friends and The Castle Catâ he also wrote his autobiography âThe Greatest Show on earthâ.
Alasdair was awarded the OBE (Order of the British Empire) in 1986 for his military service.
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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. DivisionâNorth, 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 Divisionâs twoâmonth 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.
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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 youâll 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 youâll also hear about his relationship with Maclellan Bagpipes and realise that Joe isnât happy unless heâs busy!
You can find more about Wake & District here: https://www.raleighpipeband.com
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Darren 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.
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 âThe Evolution of Jazz Drummingâ (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 âWooten Woodsâ. 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 âThe Gottlieb Duo,â 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.
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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 âbeacon of hope.â 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 & Womenâs Health Specialist. Libby has started her own training and lifestyle company named â110% FITâ, while being crowned Transcontinental Mrs. USA in 2019. Libby has made appearances at the Virginia Womenâs Business Conference, The American Cancer Society Survivorâs 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, âBecome the Victor in life and not the Victimâ ~Libby Westphal~
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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 Values
I am Accountable
I am Trainable
I am Respectful
I take Initiative
I am On time
I am aTeam player
Scott 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 website
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Master Gunnery Sergeant Duane King, Major of âThe Presidentâs Ownâ 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 âThe Presidentâs Own.â
Now, as Head Drum Major of âThe Presidentâs Own,â Master Gunnery Sgt. King serves as the senior enlisted advisor of the unit and is responsible for the bandâs 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.
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 Londonâs Royal Albert Hall and was even invited to perform for Her Majestyâs the Queenâs 90th Birthday celebration.
Erikâs 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.
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 RĂŒtsche:
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.
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MsgtTom 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.
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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.
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.
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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:Â https://youtu.be/N9ojFCV_Xyg
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 Peopleâs 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.
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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, Glenâs 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.
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Episode #10 of the Washington Tattoo Podcast with the incredible Claus Hessler Is Now Live!
In fact, the passing on of this ever-present drumming philosophy (named after Jimâs Mentor Sanford Moeller) could hardly be in better hands - especially with Chapin being the undisputed master of this technique. Besides being seen as legit and ultimate MOELLER TECHNIQUE source, Claus is mostly known for his OPENHANDED style and is looked at as a leading authority/master teacher with students like ANIKA NILLES, DANIAL ADAIR or DAVID GARIBALDI to his credit.
He has performed at numerous DRUM EVENTS, sharing stage with Steve Smith, Alex Acuna, Walfredo Reyes Jr., JoJo Mayer, David Garibaldi, Johnny Rabb or percussion fame Luis Conte, earning STANDING OVATIONS at PASIC, Indianapolis. His educational releases gained worldwide recognition and have repeatedly been nominated "Best Educational Book" - just as Claus was nominated BEST EDUCATOR | CLINICIAN with Modern Drummer Magazine.
Trademark of Claus' INDIVIDUAL STLYE is a mixture of stunning TECHNICAL SKILLS, OSTINATO-work, a wide spectrum of musical styles, and open-handed playing - bridging the gap between "just drums" and real-world musical applications. Besides his hammond organ
trio FLUX Claus has performed live and in the studio with international greats of the music scene. claushessler.com
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Claus is one of our featured performers on our January 3rd, 2021 âA Call to Arms and Artsâ show. Get your tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/127611817381
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EPISODE #9: Ludovic Frochaux
Director of the Avenches Tattoo. Avenches, Switzerland
Director of the NeuchĂątel Drum Show
Founder of the Majesticks Drum Corps
Professor of Percussion. Conservatoire Musique de la BroyeThe 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.
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MSG (R) Joshua Dukes https://www.catskillsirishartsweek.com/josh-dukes/
Josh Dukes is an All Ireland champion accompanist and a highly sought after music teacher in the Baltimore/Washington D.C. area. A multi-instrumentalist whose talents embrace the ceili drums, guitar, bouzouki, bodhran, flute, and tin whistle, Josh has established a reputation for providing sensitive, tasteful support for traditional Irish music.
As a young high school student, Josh studied the oboe, tenor/alto saxophone, drum set and baritone horn. Outside of the classroom, he learned the art of ancient rudimental drumming under the tutelage of Dominick Cuccia, a widely respected instructor/performer in the fife and drum community. In 1997, Josh enlisted in the Army and has since earned the rank of Master Sergeant , currently serving as one of three Drum Majors for the Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps, âThe Official Escort to the President,â the only military unit of its kind.
Josh continues to perform Irish music, having shared the stage with such renowned musicians including John Doyle, Paddy Keenan, Billy and Sean McComiskey, Brendan Mulvihill, Kevin Crawford, Zan McLeod, and Myron Bretholz, and he can be seen playing ceili drums regularly with The Old Bay Ceili Band. Josh lives in greater D.C. Area with his wife Judy and two daughters, Mya and Olivia.
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Joshua Simonds; Executive Director of the Percussive Arts Society, former Executive Director of the Chicago Youth Symphony, holds a masterâs degree from American University in Arts Management and Bachelors in Percussion Studies from California State University, Long
Beach. He is a consummate relationship builder, innovator, and visionary.
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.
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Jeff Mulvihill has served as Principal Percussion/Timpanist with the Murfreesboro Symphony Orchestra, performed as percussionist with Aretha Franklin, has been an active drum set player with a number of country artists, and a busy freelance percussionist all over the United States.
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.
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Murray Gusseck is the co-founder of Tapspace publishing, an accomplished arranger, composer, performer, and teacher.
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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.
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Paul Buyer is Director of Percussion, Director of Music, and Professor of Music at Clemson University. He received his Doctor of Musical Arts and Master of Music degrees from the University of Arizona and his Bachelor of Science degree from Ball State University. Featured in SUCCESS Magazineâs Achieverâs Series, Dr. Buyer is a sought-after keynote speaker, clinician, and the author of "Working Toward Excellence: 8 Values for Achieving Uncommon Success in Work and Life," "Marching Bands and Drumlines: Secrets of Success from the Best of the Best," and co-author of "The Art of Vibraphone Playing: An Essential Method for Study and Performance." He is a contributing author to the second edition of "Teaching Percussion" by Gary Cook, and his articles have appeared in "American Music Teacher," "Teaching Music," "Jazz Education Network," "Percussive Notes," "Rhythm! Scene," and "The PAS Educatorsâ Companion." Dr. Buyer is a former member of the Star of Indiana Drum and Bugle Corps and placed 2nd in DCI Keyboard Individuals in 1990. In 1992, he was a percussion staff member with the Dutch Boy Drum and Bugle Corps. Dr. Buyer serves as a clinician/endorser for Yamaha Percussion, Vic-Firth Drumsticks, Remo Drumheads, Sabian Cymbals, Grover Pro Percussion, and is an Educational Artist for Balter Mallets. He serves as Co-Content Editor for Percussive Notes, the official PAS journal.
https://www.clemson.edu/caah/departments/performing-arts/about/faculty/facultyBio.html?id=137
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.
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Today, we interview Scott Johnson -director of percussion of the Blue Devils from Concord, CA. He first joined the Blue Devils in 1976 and became the organization's percussion director and arranger in 1994.
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.
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Jim Kilpatrick MBE won his first World Drum Corps and World Pipe Band Championship at the age of fifteen with Shotts & Dyjkehead Caledonia Pipe Band. He has gone on to a record nineteen World Drum Corps Championships. Fifteen of these titles have been won as a leading drummer.
Jim is a sixteen time solo drumming champion and holder of the Champion
of Champions title, which he has won three times. He is a sought after educator and consultant and teaches all over the world including the Royal School of Music (London & Glasgow) and the Percussive Arts Society International Convention.
Jim instructs at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland in Glasgow,
where he holds the post of principal percussion instructor for the BA (Scottish Music) with Honours. He is also an appointed examiner to the Scottish Qualifications Authority.
Jim is proud to be an endorser for British Drum Co, Hardcase,
Randall May International, and Remo.
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.
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Welcome to the Washington Tattoo Podcast"Where the World's Musical Traditions Come to Life"
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Brigadier Sir Melville Jameson, senior advisor, owner of Melville Jameson Productions, and producer of the world famous Edinburg Military Tattoo.
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.
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