Contents

Fall 2002

 

2. The World is Their Home
Six concert percussionists discuss the tough decisions they faced and the obstacles they overcame as they embarked on musical careers outside of their native lands.

3. Rockin' Impresario
R&B saxophonist Mark Rivera rocks around the clock-literally-in a nonstop career with some of today's best-known pop stars.

4. Smooth Sensibilities
From salsa to stage acting, music has opened many unexpected doors for Latin saxophonist Frankie Pérez-including touring with Ricky Martin.

5. Some Good Vibrations
It's all about change for saxophonist Jeff Coffin, member of the Grammy-winning Béla Fleck and the Flecktones.

6. Artist Toolbox: Lennie Niehaus
Award-winning composer, arranger, and performer Lennie Niehaus has done it all, but it's his Basic Jazz Conception for Saxophone books that have made him famous among students of all ages.

7. Educator Series
Band directors and music educators will benefit from the newly formatted Educator Series CD-ROM packed with tips from Yamaha artists.

8. Shaping the Sounds of Jazz
For more than six decades, legendary saxophonist Phil Woods has been a quintessential element in the development of American jazz.

9. Storming the Globe
This dynamic jazz violinist is having an impressive career. Christian Howes is making his mark with a new CD and DVD, and recently added acting to his résumé.

10. DCI Lifestyles: Behind the Music
Just because it's snowing doesn't mean the music stops for Drum Corps International: it's a year-round job for DCI's instructors.

11. Yamaha's Newest Products
A look at the hottest new instruments and accessories, designed with the performer in mind.

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