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Something Cool About Them
tonymiceli
Content type: Blog entry
A vibes, cello and drums band. I was expecting the worse but there's something I like about these guys. I at least give them credit for trying something like this! What do you think?
9 years 9 months ago - 0 comments
WVCA -What Will I Talk About At the World Vibes Congress?
tonymiceli
Content type: Blog entry
Well, I will have to give some sort of short workshop at the WVC (World Vibes Congress) this year. I was going to take notes and keep a diary on my computer and thought I would do it here. So I'll blog here and you guys can give me your…
9 years 9 months ago - 3 comments
Have a Xylosynth I can try?
TOchiai
Content type: Forum topic
Do you have a xylosynth that I can try? I live in northwest Washington State and I can go to Seattle, the Lower Mainland of BC or Vancouver Island. My email is tomoandmegumi@hotmail.com
9 years 9 months ago - 0 comments
Emil Richards: The Book, The Man, The Legend
anthonysmith
Content type: Blog entry
Friends, I just finished reading "Wonderful World of Percussion: My Life Behind Bars," the memoir by percussionist/vibraphonist Emil Richards. As many of you know, Emil, now in his eighties, has had a wonderful career as a film and…
9 years 9 months ago - 2 comments
13 BLUES LICKS you have to know!!!!
giovanniperin
Content type: Video Embed
Here's some great licks that you can use while paying the blues. Remember to download the pdf before watching the lesson in order to understand what I'm doing!! Have fun=)
8 years 9 months ago - 6 comments
TOTM - Take The "A" Train - Parts of the Tune Video by Behn Gillece
behng
Content type: Video Upload
9 years 9 months ago - 0 comments
Want to try Xylosynth before purchase.
vibraphonejill
Content type: Forum topic
Does anyone have, or know of, a Xylosynth in my area that I could try? Location: Abbotsford, BC, Canada (but I'm willing to go as far South as Seattle, Washington and as far West as North Vancouver, BC). Looking to locally sell my M55 and…
9 years 9 months ago - 13 comments
This Place Is A Goldmine!
c.stallard22
Content type: Blog entry
Hello! It's been too long since I've posted music on this site...this is what happens when you're earning a Ph.D, eh? Hopefully I'll be able to work on a TOTM or something soon... Anyway, I've called your attention here for a couple…
9 years 9 months ago - 2 comments
TOTM - Take the A Train - Melody by Tony Miceli
tonymiceli
Content type: Audio Player
9 years 9 months ago - 2 comments
Rainbow Nights - Spöring Band (T.Dosdogru)
vibraman
Content type: Audio Player
hey, this is one track of our latest recordings in my studio, written by the guitar player... hope you like it! tarik
9 years 9 months ago - 2 comments
Another Great Thing About the Site
tonymiceli
Content type: Blog entry
Yes another great thing about the site is I get to meet people with great Vibe stories! I'm talking to the daughter of Jerry Shard. He was a vibe player from back in the day and he was on Capitol Records AND did a tribute to Adrian…
9 years 9 months ago - 0 comments
Vuelvo al sur - David Viala and Babu
Babu
Content type: Audio Player
Recording made with a basic ZOOM Q3 during a rehersal of our new duo. I'm discovering the sound of vibes with accordeon, and I dig it. It's the first time I have the opportunity of playing a Piazzolla tune. Lot of polishing needed, of…
9 years 9 months ago - 0 comments
TOTM - It's You Or No One - Coming Up With Voicings Pt. 1 by Behn Gillece
behng
Content type: Audio Player
9 years 9 months ago - 2 comments
TOTM - It's You Or No One - Etude No. 2 by Behn Gillece
behng
Content type: Audio Player
Here's a chordal etude for It's You Or No One. It's deceptively tricky! Enjoy!
9 years 9 months ago - 0 comments
New Video
Tylerblanton
Content type: Video Upload
Hi folks, Here's a new video from a recent CD release gig in NYC. This piece started as a bit of a vibes etude that I expanded for a trio. This track is entitled "Never Sleeps" from my last album "Gotham." -Tyler
9 years 9 months ago - 0 comments
Jason Adasiewicz
victorvb
Content type: Forum topic
Has anyone heard Jason Adasiewicz's trios new cd, "From the Region" I studied with Jason in Chicago for a year or two in highschool. I know he is not a conventional Vibes player but I think it is his "punk" attitude towards his music and…
9 years 9 months ago - 1 comments
enjoying Tony's mallets
tedwolff
Content type: Audio Player
I started experimenting with Tony's signature Balter mallets about 6 months ago and they have become my goto mallet, replacing the Good Vibes (now Vic Firth) Burton mallets that I used for so many years. Although they are harder than the…
9 years 9 months ago - 0 comments
Omega vibe vibrato
Robert
Content type: Forum topic
What happens if the vibrato wing is unfortunately hit while playing?
9 years 9 months ago - 5 comments
Gigging with a Musser M75
Michael Gourdin
Content type: FAQ
Hello, I am considering purchasing a Musser M75 vibe but question its portability. I found a good deal on one that includes cases. I am wondering if this is the best investment since I plan to do a lot of gigging. Thanks!
8 years ago - 3 comments
Deagan 145 info and cases
Luke Hubley
Content type: Forum topic
I recently stumbled upon what I think is a great deal on a Deagan 145. From what I can tell, the instrument is in near-mint condition and the price is certainly reasonable. I'm curious if any of you have much experience performing and…
9 years 9 months ago - 4 comments
TOTM - Take The "A" Train - Etude No. 2 by Behn Gillece
behng
Content type: Audio Player
Here's a simple etude with chords. It's basically like a shout chorus with some different voicings. Enjoy!
9 years 9 months ago - 0 comments
Regarding the paid subscription video lessons
rfrench5
Content type: Forum topic
A comment or note about the paid subscription video lessons. They are all wonderful and great! As a matter of fact, I'm going to resubscribe to them. For me I view the vibraphone in mostly the context of a jazz ensemble (trio, quartet, etc…
9 years 9 months ago - 0 comments
Besame Mucho - (Version 2) - Solo Vibes
ed saindon
Content type: Video Embed
Here's another version of Besame Mucho that I had recorded a few weeks ago.
8 years 9 months ago - 7 comments
Vintage Musser and Damper Question
supernachos
Content type: Forum topic
Hi Everybody, I picked up a vintage Musser Model 45 serial# 3558 from craigslist. Is there any way to know what year it was made? I've emailed several shops and no one has had anything specific to say. Cannot find a number for Musser…
9 years 9 months ago - 2 comments
Altered Dominant Lines -V
Tylerblanton
Content type: Audio Player
Here's a lesson with some examples and ideas that I'm working with over Altered Dominant chords. -Tyler
4 months 1 week ago - 1 comments
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