Episode 13. Timpani in the Baroque. This episode, hosted by Raynor Carroll, introduces the kettledrums (timpani) into the symphony orchestra. Guests include: Douglas Cardwell, Former Principal Timpanist, New Mexico Philharmonic; Michael Crusoe, Former Principal Timpanist, Seattle Symphony. The discussion centers on representative audio examples from composers such as Jean-Baptiste Lully, Henry Purcell, Johann Sebastian Bach, and George Frideric Handel. Insights into Baroque era drums, mallets, interpretation of the music, and much more are presented. 

Visit ABOP’s Podcast Page on the website (www.abop.us) and click on Program Notes for this podcast for a listing of the audio examples, music, photos, additional information, and selected resources.

This podcast is produced by the Alliance of Black Orchestral Percussionists (ABOP). ABOP is a nonprofit organization that focuses on mentoring future generations of Black orchestral percussionists. www.abop.us