Ed Saindon

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Vibes, Piano, Marimba & Drums.. Coming from the “four mallet school,” Ed Saindon has developed and continues to refine a pianistic approach to mallet playing which involves a consistent utilization of all four mallets via a grip that he developed called the Fulcrum Grip. Saindon has absorbed and transferred the influences from the piano lineage that stretches from Art Tatum up to the present. Originally a drummer, Saindon began his studies at Berklee on drums with drummer and legendary educator Alan Dawson. He later took up playing the vibraphone along with piano while attending Berklee College of Music in Boston from 1972-1976. .. Ed Saindon's previously released recordings include Key Play with pianist Kenny Werner, Swing on the Sunnyside with trumpeter Herb Pomeroy and clarinetist Dick Johnson and The Great American Songbook with clarinetist Ken Peplowski, cornetist Warren Vache and trombonist Dan Barrett. His recent recording from World Improvised Music is Depth of Emotion which features Dave Liebman on soprano and Saindon on vibes, marimba and piano along Mark Walker on drums and David Clark on acoustic bass. .. As a concert artist, Saindon has traveled throughout the U.S., Europe, Brazil, Mexico and Japan. He has played and or recorded with Dave Liebman, Ken Peplowski, Warren Vache, Kenny Werner, Mick Goodrick, Fred Hersch, Peter Erskine, Jeff Hamilton, Louie Bellson, Howard Alden, Herb Pomeroy, Dick Johnson, Dave McKenna, Ed Thigpen, John Scofield, Marvin Stamm, George Masso, Michael Moore and others. .. In addition to performing, Saindon’s other passion is music education. He is a Professor at Berklee where he has been teaching since 1976. He is also active in the field of music education as a clinician and author. Saindon is a clinician for Yamaha and Vic Firth giving clinics and residencies on vibraphone, marimba, piano, drums, jazz theory and harmony, composition and improvisation. Ed's books include Berklee Practice Method: Vibraphone published by Berklee Press and Exploration in Rhythm, Volume 1, Rhythmic Phrasing in Improvisation published by German publisher Advance Music... In addition to writing books, Saindon has authored many articles on music education, jazz theory and improvisation. He is currently the vibraphone and jazz mallet editor for the International Percussive Arts Society’s magazine Percussive Notes. His articles have appeared in many publications including Downbeat, Percussive Notes, and Percussioner International...
CD Review Excerpts:.. Jazz Times: “a master of the four mallet technique” .. CD Review: “a marvelous technician” .. Jazz Journal (UK) : "an astounding solo performance" .. Penguin Guide to Jazz: "virtuosic playing" .. Jazziz: “exquisite touch of a world-class musician” .. All Music Guide: “elegant, pianistic, four mallet vibist” .. Music on the Web: "Ed Saindon is indisputably a virtuoso 4 mallet vibe player." .. Bill Bruford/Jazz Jury: "I was completely won round by this music of staggering ability. This is some serious music. Ed Saindon’s solo was just terrific..." .. Ejazznews: "Saindon provides an exquisite piano solo on one of the very best renditions of the Mancini/Mercer classic, "Moon River" I’ve ever heard...Ed Saindon and Dave Liebman chart a new course in modern jazz that deserves serious attention.".. JazzChicago.Net: "...he makes a compelling argument for gaining a wider audience for his brilliant work on the acoustic piano as well. The solo piano piece "Joyful Sorrow" is a perfect example of the emotional contrasts Saindon imbues his compositions with, deeply reflecting upon the very complexity of life itself." .. JazzReview.com: “Ed Saindon and Kenny Werner complement each other so well that at times it becomes difficult to tell where one ends and the other begins.” .. All Music Guide: "a lyrical and fairly accessible session for Saindon and Liebman, who are in equally strong form on this memorable disc.".. Weekend Jazz (Japan): "Ed Saindon's piano playing is a blend between Bill Evans and Richie Bierach.".. Down Beat: “an original approach to the vibraphone...Saindon has adapted and developed his self- styled pianistic approach.” .. Percussive Notes: “over the years, Saindon has developed his “piano style” vibraphone technique…a wonderful tribute to the potential of the vibraphone.” .. Vortex Jazz (UK): "Saindon’s vibes and marimba playing is tasteful but powerfully expressive, his piano pieces more quietly reflective; overall, this album provides an enjoyably representative sample of his considerable compositional and instrumental skills." .. Depth Of Emotion CD Reviews.. All About Jazz (September 08).. Liebman doubles on soprano sax and Indian flute on Depth of Emotion, where he joins Ed Saindon, himself a triple threat on vibes, marimba and piano. “The Last Goodbye” and “The Healing” have a classical pedigree, save for Liebman’s intermittent upper register wails and flutter effects. “On Green Dolphin Street” is played in a different key and is well-executed, particularly Saindon’s ‘four-handed’ playing and some nice pizzicato by bassist David Clark. “Moon River”, with Saindon on piano, becomes a bopper with Liebman’s blistering solo over the rhythm section. The waltz “Tokyo Nights” and “Sao Paolo” find the band cooking in the guise of a conventional quartet, Saindon again on piano. The Latin “Giorgio’s Theme” pairs up flute with marimba to produce a sexy tango. Another waltz, “Alpine Sunset”, finds Saindon back on vibes to accompany Liebman and Clark in a chamber jazz vein... Jazz Times (September 2008).. On Depth of Emotion, the peripatetic saxophonist shares leadership with Ed Saindon, a skillful vibraphone, marimba and piano player who teaches at Berklee College of Music. Saindon, is also an adept, if understated, composer; apart from the standards "On Green Dolphin Street" and "Moon River", he's responsible for the bulk of the writing including his featured "Piano Solo Reflections", five compact vignettes that conclude the album. .. Audiophile Audition (August 11, 2008) .. "Very pleasant and thoughtful jazz from two pros..... Dave Liebman should be a household name to any jazz aficionado. Perhaps most well known for his work with the Saxophone Summit, the (primarily) tenor and soprano saxophonist has appeared on nearly 350 recording sessions and led or co-led over 100. Berklee professor, author, international jazz educator, and workshop leader, Ed Saindon is less widely known as a performer, but he has a long resume of famous jazz artists he’s played with. All the compositions on this disc are his, except the standards “Green Dolphin Street” and “Moon River.” .. The Saindon originals save “Tokyo Nights” have a more or less pronounced Latin tinge, even the waltz-like “Alpine Sunset.” The best of these are “Giorgio’s Theme,” with its Uakti-like, primitive South American feel, the haunting “Last Goodbye,” dedicated to the late Herb Pomeroy, a friend and frequent playing partner, and “The Healing,” a wistful, highly evocative number that features splendid Saindon soloing on its two different takes. The two standards are imaginatively reconfigured, with “Green Dolphin Street” given a very attractive spritely tempo and “Moon River,” thoroughly reworked with a long duet intro between Saindon (on piano) and Liebman, morphing into almost a blowing session with fine solos by Saindon and Liebman... The disc ends with five unaccompanied piano pieces by Saindon totaling about thirteen minutes...they present another quite attractive side of Saindon. All in all, a delightful session.".. The Wire (Sepember 25, 08) .. Finally, there is “Depth of Emotion,” a remarkable recording from vibraphonist Ed Saindon. Saindon, who also teaches at the Berklee College of Music in Boston, enlists the help of renowned saxophonist Dave Liebman for a program of mostly original tunes, with a couple of reinterpreted standards thrown in. Rounding out the group are bassist Dave Clark and drummer Mark Walker, who provide a rock-solid foundation for Saindon’s and Liebman’s soaring flights of fancy. The music at times has a gentle, almost ethereal feel, such as on the originals “The Last Goodbye” and “Alpine Sunset.” At other times, the music is more aggressive and straightforward, such as on a nicely restructured version of “On Green Dolphin Street” and another Saindon original called “The Healing.” .. Liebman, who limits his horns to soprano sax and Indian flute, plays with his usual sense of invention and adventure. Hearing him play, you always get the sense of joy he exudes in creating music. The same goes for Saindon who has a very interactive approach, intertwining his accompaniment perfectly with Liebman and executing imaginative solo statements. For Saindon, this recording marks a return to the more open, exploratory side of jazz, after several forays into more mainstream American Songbook fare. It’s a wonderful statement, to be sure, and one that captures the essence of spontaneity that is at the heart of jazz. The disc is available on Saindon’s World Improvised Music label. For more info, visit www.edsaindon.com... JazzChicago.Net.. The combination of vibes and soprano sax is one that hasn’t really been utilized very often in the annals of jazz, but in the hands of two masters, Ed Saindon and Dave Liebman, a strong case is to be made for further exploration. "Depth of Emotion" is a highly satisfying release, surprisingly recorded in 3 hours, that features Berklee educator Ed Saindon on piano and 4-mallet vibes and marimba, along with saxophonist Dave Liebman playing Saindon's wonderful compositions. Backed by David Clark on acoustic bass and Mark Walker on drums for much of the album, Saindon's songs are sophisticated yet melodic, intensely felt, yet relaxed... Highlights include: the bittersweet, yet joyous opener "The Last Goodbye" — written for the late trumpeter Herb Pomeroy, a frequent duet partner of Saindon's; two takes of the poignant "The Healing;" unique covers of "Moon River" and "Green Dolphin Street;" several lovely originals reflecting on places like Brazil and Switzerland; and a number of solo piano pieces that end the album. Liebman's saxophone is stellar throughout — emotional and melodic, but also tough and gnarly, and I enjoyed his brief turn on an Indian flute on "Giorgio’s Theme." Clark and Walker provide exemplary support and take advantage of their opportunities to shine when called upon. .. The mix of Liebman's soprano sax and Saindon's vibes works so well because both parties use a soft and complementary tone. But Saindon, whose mallet work has been rightfully lauded, is quite the pleasant surprise on the piano. I suppose it shouldn't be too surprising as his approach to playing the vibraphone is quite pianistic, but he makes a compelling argument for gaining a wider audience for his brilliant work on the acoustic piano as well. The solo piano piece "Joyful Sorrow" is a perfect example of the emotional contrasts Saindon imbues his compositions with, deeply reflecting upon the very complexity of life itself. Balancing the need for melodicism with the spontaneity of freedom, Saindon and his counterpart Liebman find that airy stratosphere between ground and sky and heart and mind where they can paint a vivid musical panorama for the listener. .. Brad Walseth - Chicago jazz critic ..
Ejazznews .. Crafting a unique blend of contemporary jazz, pianist Ed Saindon and saxophonist Dave Liebman offer a session of cutting edge music with intelligent charts and spontaneous improvisation to produce a quality recording with "Depth of Emotion." Saindon, who not only plays piano, but is also a four mallet vibist and plays the marimba as well, is featured as co-leader with Liebman who performs on the soprano sax. The duo are accompanied by bassist David Clark and Mark Walker on the drums forming one tight quartet. .. Except for two standards provided fresh interpretations here, Saindon provides all original compositions. The quartet opens the music with the melancholy "The Last Goodbye" paying homage to the late Herb Pomeroy with whom Saindon performed for many years. On this tune Liebman introduces the music with his soprano voice eventually giving way to Saindon on the vibes then reengages to finish out a somber mood. .. The group performs a light hearted rendition of the Kaper/Washington standard "Green Dolphin Street" where Liebman delivers some of his best solos of the album. Saindon provides an exquisite piano solo on one of the very best renditions of the Mancini/Mercer classic, "Moon River" I've ever heard as the saxophonist and pianist play off each other quite well. .. Saindon leads off on the piano on "Tokyo Nights," later engaged by Liebman who together deliver another beautiful harmony in one of the best tunes here. The album ends featuring the pianist performing several short vignettes on the piano titled "Piano Solo Reflections." .. This is one of those new 2008 releases containing a repertoire of refreshing new music that critics and the average jazz audiences will love. Assembling a unique combo, with Depth of Emotion, Ed Saindon and Dave Liebman chart a new course in modern jazz that deserves serious attention. .. Ed Blanco - Ejazznews jazz critic and host of Miami's jazz station WDNA..
VortexJazz (UK).. Depth of Emotion is a quartet featuring soprano saxophonist/flautist Dave Liebman, vibes/piano/marimba player Ed Saindon, bassist David Clark and drummer Mark Walker, and this album contains nine band tracks and five solo piano pieces... A teacher at the Berklee School of Music who began his musical career as a drummer, Saindon has made previous recordings with the late Herb Pomeroy (to whom this album's opening track, 'The Last Goodbye' is dedicated), Ken Peplowski and Warren Vaché, and (in a duo) with pianist Kenny Werner; he provides the originals on this album, and they run the stylistic and emotional gamut from the above-mentioned threnody, in which Liebman's characterful soprano snakes above Saindon's glowing vibes, to latin-inflected ('Sao Paulo') and gently wafting ('The Healing'), but whatever the mood or style (there are also visits to familiar pieces such as 'Green Dolphin Street' and 'Moon River'), the quartet play intelligently balanced, dynamic, vigorous but relaxed and informal music (the whole session took just three hours to record, and thus has the air of a meeting of sympathetic, like minds). Saindon's vibes and marimba playing is tasteful but powerfully expressive, his piano pieces more quietly reflective; overall, this album provides an enjoyably representative sample of his considerable compositional and instrumental skills... Chris Parker

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En este disco se conjugan, a la vez y sin colisionar (fusión para este caso no sería el término más apropiado) la mirada descriptiva de la música romántica y la improvisación del jazz. Por un lado están las composiciones del vibrafonista/pianista Ed Saindon, auténtico protagonista del disco, que evocan tiempos (“Alpine sunset”); lugares (“Tokio nights”, “Sao Paulo”), y personas (“Giorgios’s theme”, “The last goodbye” –dedicado a Herb Pomeroy, trompetista fallecido en agosto del 2007); y por otro, las interpretaciones, donde la libertad de Dave Liebman se muestra a sus anchas, seguido muy de cerca por el resto de los miembros de la banda... El disco se divide en dos partes claramente diferenciadas; en la primera –las nueve primeras canciones- están tocadas por el cuarteto, que suena compacto en todo momento; mientras que los cinco restantes están interpretadas a piano sólo por Ed Saindon. Estas últimas son piezas breves, casi apuntes, que remiten a compositores como Satie o Chopin. A pesar de la diversidad de sensaciones, a lo largo de toda la escucha se mantiene un claro sentido de la uniformidad y homogeneidad. No hay grandes saltos entre un tema y otro... La totalidad del disco se grabó en tres horas, y en este sentido se podría decir que es casi un falso directo. Esa inmediatez se trasluce en las sensaciones que produce el cedé, un trabajo con una acusada tendencia a una mirada interior, tanto del compositor, como de los músicos y, por supuesto, del oyente. No es un álbum de relajación, es una música que puede acompañar a lo largo de cualquier momento del día. Y esa es una de sus grandezas... Por último hay que señalar que quienes disfruten del aterciopelado y frágil sonido del vibráfono podrán disfrutar en este disco de todo el esplendor de ese instrumento. Si no conocen a Ed Saindon es un buen momento para hacerlo. Y este “Depth of emotion” (“Profunda emoción”) no les defraudará... José Manuel Pérez Rey..
All Music Guide.. Comfortable with both inside and outside playing, soprano saxman Dave Liebman has shown himself to be admirably flexible over the years. Liebman has appeared in avant-garde settings at times, but he has been equally successful on very straight-ahead albums, and his performances are definitely straight-ahead on Depth of Emotion, a 2006 date he co-leads with vibist/pianist/marimba player Ed Saindon... This 72-minute CD (which includes a few standards but is dominated by Saindon's compositions) obviously called for Liebman to emphasize his more lyrical side, and he does exactly that on thoughtful, reflective Saindon pieces such as "The Last Goodbye," "Giorgio's Theme," and the Brazilian-influenced "São Paolo." That is not to say that Depth of Emotion does not have its cerebral moments; the standard "On Green Dolphin Street," for example, is given a decidedly angular treatment from Saindon and Liebman (who form an acoustic quartet with bassist David Clark and drummer Mark Walker). And their interpretation of "Moon River," although melodic, isn't nearly as sentimental as other recordings of the Henry Mancini/Johnny Mercer favorite. Listeners who associate "Moon River" with the 1961 film Breakfast at Tiffany's (starring Audrey Hepburn) will have one of two reactions to the Saindon/Liebman version: either they will long for something more sentimental, or they will applaud Saindon and Liebman for taking the song in a different direction, and if a listener has the second reaction, you will know that he/she really understands what makes many post-bop musicians tick. But Depth of Emotion is, on the whole, a lyrical and fairly accessible session for Saindon and Liebman, who are in equally strong form on this memorable disc. .. Jazz critic Alex Henderson..
Music on the Web: Jazz CD Reviews (UK).. Ed Saindon is indisputably a virtuoso 4 mallet vibe player. Brilliant playing...Dave Liebman's soprano sax is beautifully in tune, and anyone who has chartered the progress of that intrinsically temperamental instrument must appreciate the skill and artistry on this disc. Always technically splendid, the expressive qualities of the musicians' intentions come at the listener with love and care. If you think the final piano tracks are "fillers", just listen and enjoy without thinking you have been short-changed by the rest of the gang, because these solos are in their own way, little gems. This is a, "listen to a lot" CD, and if your friends have different tastes, you can always play it at a discreet level, but someone will discover how rewarding it is to really get immersed in such stuff... Adrienne Fox..
The Northern Echo (UK).. I'd previously heard Saindon on vibes in a mainstream session with Warren Vache, but here he adds marimba and piano on a more modern quartet session also featuring soprano saxophonist (and flautist) Liebman. There's a touching tribute to his Berklee colleague Herb Pomeroy and other originals interspersed with Green Dolphin Street and Moon River, plus five attractive 'piano solo reflections'. .. Jazz critic Peter Bevan..
Depth of Emotion - pick of the week on the show Jazz Jury broadcast by The Jazz, UK's leading jazz station.. Presenter Tim Lihoreau was joined by two drummers - quintet leader Dylan Howe and former Yes star and Earthworks leader Bill Bruford - to choose Depth Of Emotion's self-titled album as their pick of the week.

Depth of Emotion is a quartet featuring the pianist and vibes player Ed Saindon and the soprano sax player Dave Liebman, focusing on “group dialogue, improvisation and spontaneity”. Of the 14 tracks, 12 are originals written by Saindon, while the remaining two tracks are covers of Green Dolphin Street and Moon River.

Here's what our latest panelists thought of the album Depth Of Emotion by Depth Of Emotion:

Bill: "I kind of came prepared not to particularly like this, soprano (sax) and vibraphone not being my favourite two instruments in the world, and I was completely won round by this music of staggering ability. This is some serious music. Ed Saindon's solo was just terrific and I loved Liebman's stuff at the front, his lovely soft soprano sound. The vibes also had quite a soft sound to them, but then they really started to motor. I loved it, loved it. Now I'm going to go and cry!"

Dylan: "It was a (vibes) solo that just seemed to edge on and on. It just opened up and everybody's happening on there." ..
Percussive Notes (Percussive Arts Society) .. Depth of Emotion is vibraphonist/marimbist/pianist Ed Saindon's latest recording and it's a musically exciting collection of 14 modern jazz tunes (12 originals and two standards) performed by a cohesive and dynamic ensemble. Many of the tunes are stylistically similar - "broken" straight eight note groove with dark harmonies - and fall into the medium tempo range. There are also several solo piano features by Saindon, and his rhapsodic piano style is often reminiscent of Keith Jarrett's solo work. His piano style nicely contrasts with his vibe/marimba playing, which has a modern harmonic and rhythmic approach. .. In addition to Saindon, the recording features the considerable talents of former Miles Davis sideman Dave Liebman (soprano sax/Indian flute), David Clark (bass) and Mark Walker (drums). Saindon sounds great on piano as well as on mallets and Walker contributes great energy and a strong groove. .. The recording opens with a great deal of energy featuring the entire ensemble ("The Last Goodbye", a snaky, fluid version of "Green Dolphin Street," and a slinky bossa nova entitled "Giorgio's Theme"), but winds down with several mellow piano ballads. In addition to his performance on the recording, a tribute to the great Argentinean tango master Astor Piazzolla ("Piazzolla") and the waltz "Alpine Sunset" are beautiful tunes that highlight Saindon's strong compositional abilities. .. - Terry O'Mahoney

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New Improvisation Article at edsaindon.com.. We just added an article titled "Chord Tone Soloing" to the site. The article discusses improvisational concepts and techniques using only chord tones in improvisation and also includes a chord tone based solo on Coltrane's Moment's Notice. Here's the link: Chord Tone Soloing.. Ed Saindon Artist Page at Vic Firth.com.. Vic Firth recently added some new videoclips which were taken from a recent Berklee College of Music concert featuring guitar department chairman Larry Baione and myself on vibes. The concert was part of the Percussion Festival this past summer. Also included on the Artist Page are links to past PAS articles, video excerpts from past clinics as well as other concerts videoclips. Here's the link to my Vic Firth Artist Page: Ed Saindon's Vic Firth Artist Page.. Shop Talk: New Interactive Feature on Ed Saindon website... We just added an interactive feature to my website at www.edsaindon.com.. Under the ShopTalk section, vibists can respond and ask questions on specific topics. So far, the topics are on The Fulcrum Grip and Four Note Groupings... The Fulcrum Grip is a grip which incorporates the use of fingers in four mallet vibes playing. I have been working on this grip for quite awhile and it has influenced my playing in a very big way. I discuss some of the basics and nuances of the grip. There's an article from the Percussive Arts Society magazine Percussive Notes which vibists can access as well as a YouTube clip of me explaining and demonstrating the grip from my Paris Conservatory clinic. .. Four Note Groupings is an improvisational concept used by many saxists and pianists such as John Coltrane, Jerry Bergonzi, Chick Corea, Joey Calderazzo, Kenny Kirkland and Dave Kikoski. We have a nice videoclip of Joe Locke playing two choruses on Stella By Starlight. The solo uses four note groupings exclusively and players can read the solo as Joe is playing it. .. Come by and check out the topics and feel free to add your responses and/or questions. I'll be glad to offer my critique and suggestions if anyone would like to post a YouTube clip of them demonstrating any of the topics in ShopTalk. They can also email me a solo using the four note grouping concept and I can check it out and offer my critique. .. We'll be adding more topics in the upcoming months. .. Here's the link to ShopTalk: ShopTalk.. New YouTube Videos:We just uploaded new videoclips from a gig at the Boston Park Plaza Hotel in downtown Boston. The videos were from a night in September. The trio features Billy Novick on clarinet, Thomas Hebb on bass and myself on vibes. Here are a some of clips: .. .. .. .. .... .. .. .... New Website: We just launched a new version of my website which includes direct links to all of my YouTube videos, Photo Gallery and many downloads of audioclips, articles and lead sheets. The website includes my two latest articles from the Percussive Arts Society magazine Percussive Notes. The articles are titled Four Note Groupings, Part One and Four Note Groupings, Part Two. The articles address an improvisational technique used by such sax players as John Coltrane, Jerry Bergonzi, Bob Berg, Bob Mintzer, Steve Grossman and Ricky Margitza as well as pianists Chick Corea, Mulgrew Miller, Dave Kikoski, Joey Calderazzo and Kenny Kirkland. It is based upon the use of four note groupings derived from the superimposition of major and minor triads as applied to any chord type. Here's the link if anyone is interested in checking out the new site: Ed Saindon Website.. Private Instruction: If anyone has plans on coming through Boston and would like to schedule a lesson, they can email me at: esaindon@berklee.edu Lessons on Vibes, Marimba, Piano & Drums. Related Topics: Jazz Theory, Improvisation, Harmony, Composition and Ear Training. .. New Audioclips on the Playlist: We just added 7 new audioclips to the playlist. The clips are from a concert which took place at The University of New Hampshire in Durham, NH on February 2nd, 2009. The players are Dave Liebman – soprano & tenor, Matt Wilson – drums, David Clark – bass and me on vibes, piano and marimba. .. For more information about the concert, please see my blog section. .. Ed Saindon Signature Vibraphone and Marimba mallet by Vic Firth: .... It took over a year to design the mallet, but my new signature model mallet from Vic Firth is now available. The mallet features a weighted core, four layers of varying latex and tightly wrapped thin yarn. I was looking to create an all purpose mallet for vibes and marimba that sounded good from playing solo to performing with a band. The mallet creates a very big sound, sounds fat and round while still retaining clarity at all dynamic levels. To check out the sound of the mallets, listen to the songs with Dave Liebman, Matt Wilson and David Clark that are on my playlist on MySpace. The concert took place right around when we finalized the mallets for Vic Firth. I was pleased with how the mallets sounded backing up Lieb's tenor as well as on the trio tune titled "Pure Spirit". I was looking for a mallet that had a depth, clarity and fullness in order to comp behind tenor. Also, in order for a trio with vibes, bass and drums to sound full and complete, I think it's important that the mallets sound fat and full as well as having good clarity. For more details and where to purchase, please go here: Ed Saindon Signature Vibe and Marimba Mallet..

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Ed Saindon Links: .. Ed Saindon's Official Website.. Information on Ed Saindon's recordings, books, latest news, concert schedule, lessons... Recently added to the website: MP3 downloads, Ed's latest article "The Fulcrum Grip" written for the upcoming December issue of the Percussive Arts Society magazine Percussive Notes, Ed's original compositions (including compositions as played .. Play with Kenny Werner and Depth of Emotion with Dave Liebman) available for download in a PDF format. .. Depth of Emotion .. Page on Ed Saindon's latest recording which includes full track downloads, sample soundclips, liner notes, CD one sheet and a list of sites where to purchase or download the recording..... Exploration in Rhythm, Volume 1 - Rhythmic Phrasing in Improvisation.. Information on Ed Saindon's recent book (for all instruments) published by Advance Music. The book focuses on playing "over the bar line" rhythms and long melodic phrases based upon rhythmic cycles that stretch over multiple measures. The book is now available in Japanese as well..... Endorsements:.. "Finally, a comprehensive and organized approach to getting out of the eighth note rut - valuable advice from Ed Saindon on how to vary one's rhythmic approach." Dave Liebman.. "Ed Saindon gives us a new book, Exploration in Rhythm, containing tons of useful information and great ideas to work on. This is a great resource for enhancing one's rhythmic facility and expression..." Dave Douglas .. "Contemporary rhythmic tool box. A "must have" for the modern improvisor." Hal Crook .. "The exercises in this book would be excellent for any improvisor to use as vehicles to practice different phrase possibilities. Drumset players will also find many ways to apply this book. The systematic approach will also help students organize their thinking about these rhythms and increase their understanding." Percussive Notes (Percussive Arts Society).. Ed Saindon's Vic Firth Artist Page.. Ed Saindon's artist page on the Vic Firth wesbite featuring video excerpts from Ed Saindon's Percussive Arts Society 2006 clinic at the International Convention in Austin, Texas, (footage includes solo performances of "Black Orpheus", "Do You Know What It Means To Miss New Orleans?" and "Body & Soul"), videoclips of Ed Saindon and band performing at The Berklee Performance Center in Boston, MA for a concert titled Berklee Vibe Night (performances of "The Last Goodbye" and "The Healing" from Depth of Emotion), links to several of Ed's articles from The Percussive Arts Society's magazine Percussive Notes and soundclips of Ed Saindon's recording Key Play featuring pianist Kenny Werner and Ed Saindon on vibes in a duo format and 3 selections from Depth of Emotion with Dave Liebman..... Ed Saindon's YouTube Page.. Large selection of footage (over 100 videoclips) featuring Ed Saindon in solo, duo and group performances as well as in clinics (PASIC in Austin, TX and Paris Conservatory). .... Ed Saindon's Yamaha Artist Page..

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