2. Percussion Idea Exchange
A slice of PIE in Grand Rapids helps Yamaha's American and Japanese staff plan for future products.

3. A Family Affair
Discover how the relationship between Ken and Harry Watters has allowed them to produce the chart-climbing CDs "Brothers" and "Brothers II."

4. Breaking Down the Walls
Navigating the path less traveled has led to some interesting twists and turns for five-string violist Martha Mooke.

5. Cover Story: Tim Genis & Ted Atkatz
Two young Yamaha artists share their wide variety of experiences with the next generation of prospective orchestral percussionists.

6. Artist Toolbox: Christian Howes
Christian Howes wanted to travel the world. See how this Yamaha clinician accomplished success becoming an independent musician.

7. Malletman Makes Some Noise
Come to the cabaret! Jason "Malletman" Taylor introduces jazz to a whole new audience at his jazz cabaret.

8. Yamaha Young Performing Artists
It's been 14 years and it's still going strong! The YYPA program continues to develop talent and attract the best and the brightest.

9. DCI 2002: Music in Motion
This year's world championship in Madison, Wisconsin, wraps up with a "three-peat" by the Green Machine.

10. New Yamaha Products
Yamaha combines tradition and technology to present a wide range of new products for musicians.

11. Sounds of Summer Update
Yamaha's school marching percussion program continues to build on past successes with a new book.

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