...or something like that, is what Tony said as he decided which of us would get the three Mike Balter t-shirts at the 2012 UDel Vibes Workshop. I guess he was right because when I wore my shirt for the first time today, the cashier at the grocery store asked "So who is Mike Balter?". Aha, a golden opportunity to enlighten another poor soul missing out on the wonderful world of vibraphone!

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Hey guys,
This is a part of a live session we did in Greece with Nico Farrugia. He is a great player and I am happy I played with him. It was a very good experience especially when I play duo vibes, wich I love to do.

I hope you like it!

Hi,I`m going to look at a 3.5 Deagan Imperial on Thurs.I know next to nothing about the instrument,and was wondering if there was anything in particular,that I should be aware of.I know this can`t be any newer than 1942,amd was wondering if the tuning wanders as the rosewood ages and presumably dries.Is $2k reasonable,assuming good appearance and no problems?Thanks for any help. Tom

Hello,
I have 2 set of 4 Malletech Dave Samuels mallets to sell.
DS11 - very good condition
DS18 - good condition
Good rattan, well matched sets.
I can send a picture if desired.
markcarson@verizon.net

Hi,can anyone tell me where I can get a transcription of the marimba solo in this tune?Thanks for any help. Tom

Hi everyone,
Considering purchasing a new Yamaha vibe. Currently looking at the 2700 series. David Friedman and I have been chatting a bit, and he encouraged me to consider the 3710 vibe as well. I would love folks thoughts and opinions about the following..

The Delaware Workshop last week was great. The instructors were patient, but they pushed us. The playing was (always) enthusiastic and (sometimes) superb, and the opportunity to learn from other students by playing duets, by getting and giving critique, that was priceless. The Afro-Cuban presentation by Gina Ferrara on authentic Ghanaian marimba, and the xylophone show Sat night were awesome showing a wide range of mallet music. So I return home inspired to practice and play gigs.

Practice: