Thomas James Mackay
Born in 1967, in Oakland, Nebraska, Thomas Mackay is a native of the Midwest. He started his musical studies at the early age of five in piano and percussion. Mr. Mackay has mentored under Gordon Stout and Bill Molenhof, and has performed with David Valdez, Rob Scheps, Clark Terry, Terry Haggerty, Merle Saunders, Three Leg Torso, and Martin Fiero. Mr. Mackay was a percussionist with the Casper Symphony and timpanist with the Grand Forks Symphony. His vibraphone led trios and quartets have appeared at the

Here is my attempt at making "Spring Is Here" a waltz. It is originally written in 4/4 but there were parts in it, especially the end, where it sounded to me like it could be a waltz. It reminded me of "Waltz for Debby" by Bill Evans.

It needs a lot of technical work, but I wanted to get some feedback on my approach.

Thanks,
Barry

I was listening to the tune Baladhi. When the guitar takes a solo Rudresh accompanies him. It was really cool. I learn alot from things like that. Because I think sometimes, ok that's my left hand and i can see how simply i can accompany myself.

I want everything as simple as i can get it. I don't always do that, but that's what's in my head.

If you haven't checked out Rudresh, you should take a moment. It's pretty crazy and very interesting music with an Indian influence. Deep sh*&.

Hi

Just thought I'd share an arrangement I did for a college percussion major student last year.

Its Piazolla's Libertango which many vibes workshop members have expressed a liking of his music so I thought I'd share this.

Its for 5 octave marimba and vibes. Please let me know what you think on davekemp@tpg.com.au

Cheers,
Dave Kemp

Who is Tjaco?

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Ok here I go:

First of all, the drummer in me was very early and I was hitting a tambourine along with musicians in my house when I was only 3 years old. My mother and Father where both musicians. My mother still sings, but my father hasn't played guitar or sung in a long time.

Who is Tiffoo?

When someone posts a 'Who Is' they're asking about someone on the site. Inviting them to tell their story. When you get a 'Who Is', it's optional but would be nice to share a little about yourself with us.

Who is vibraman?

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in my case its really simple to tell.

I haven't said anything on here in awhile, but I would hate myself if I didn't take advantage of this opportunity, for me, of a lifetime. With having the legendary Gary Burton here, Tony, you must be beside yourself. All these great players in one cyberplace.