Most orchestras employ multiple percussionists. They, however, do have to learn a multitude of skills. Reading both treble clef ( bells, xylo, etc.) and bass clef ( timpani), is important, as well as learning specific techniques for many different drums and hand held instruments, like tambourine, sleigh bells, maracas, castanets, etc. Also, depending on the repertoire, you might also have to learn how to play drum kit which is fairly difficult.
A full set usually consists of four drums (occasionally five), all played by one percussionist.
You can "called" them a drummer, or percussionist.
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There are a number of reasons for this. the first and main is so that the rest of the orchestra can hear them properly. the second is because they could block the rest of the orchestra from the audience if they were in the front, as they take up a lot of room. this could stop all of the sound getting through, and make the rest of the orchestra harder to see. There are other reasons as well
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A full set usually consists of four drums (occasionally five), all played by one percussionist.
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A Percussionist. "Tambourinist" is also a valid term for someone who specialises in the tambourine.
Henry Gibson - percussionist - died in 2002.
Billy Martin - percussionist - was born in 1962.
Henry Gibson - percussionist - was born in 1942.
They have potential and skills.
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Gary Seligson plays the drums in the orchestra for the soundtrack of the musical "Wicked."Specifically, Mr. Seligson is a graduate of the Hartt School of Music at the University of Hartford, Connecticut. He is a freelance drummer and percussionist in New York City. His accomplishments include his musical contributions to the original Broadway performances of "Wicked."
You can "called" them a drummer, or percussionist.
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