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Marimbist David Harvey is not only an excellent performer, but he also is a noted authority on the history of the Marimba and Xylophone. Mr. Harvey has nearly 50 years of experience researching and preserving the legacy of rosewood keyboard music and development, as well as those performers from the past. Beginning in the 1970's, David Harvey started interviewing many surviving marimbists and xylophonists from the early part of the 20th century. In addition to the personal reminiscences of those musicians, Harvey also has investigated all possible source materials left behind during the marimba and xylophone's progress, including instruments, sound recordings dating from the 19th century, sheet music, films, photographs, method books, press releases, books, letters, catalogs, and more. His personal collection of materials is one of the largest and historically important in the world. This series is now available to all of the members of all the members of your studio or group for an entire year for the low price of $120.00. This license is renewable on a yearly basis. |
The result of Mr. Harvey's exhaustive scholarship is a profound picture of a rich past never before documented in such a sophisticated level of detail, substance, and accuracy. David Harvey brings this exciting historicity to life in his live multimedia presentation, The History of the Marimba and Xylophone. Utilizing authentic sights and sounds from the past as well as interactive lecture content, this retrospective leaves percussionists with a fresh and informed appreciation for their own pedigree of Marimba and Xylophone heritage.
David Harvey's contributions to this subject include:
• Educational article in Percussive Notes, June 1993.
• Contributor to Bill Cahn's discography, "The Xylophone in Acoustic Recordings."
• Source contributor to Mutsumi Tsuuzaki's book, "Xylophone Days."
• Producer of 6 CD set, The Green Brothers' Collection" for Xylophonia Co.
• Founder-administrator of Facebook group, "Marimba and Xylophone History."
• Presenter of "Marimba and Xylophone History" event at PASIC 2017.
David Harvey's contributions to this subject include:
• Educational article in Percussive Notes, June 1993.
• Contributor to Bill Cahn's discography, "The Xylophone in Acoustic Recordings."
• Source contributor to Mutsumi Tsuuzaki's book, "Xylophone Days."
• Producer of 6 CD set, The Green Brothers' Collection" for Xylophonia Co.
• Founder-administrator of Facebook group, "Marimba and Xylophone History."
• Presenter of "Marimba and Xylophone History" event at PASIC 2017.
Ian FInkel (in memoriam) - Xylophone Virtuoso
"After over fifty years as a xylophonist I must say that David Harvey is the greatest authority on the history of the xylophone. He never ceases to thrill and amaze me with his vast knowledge on the subject. David Harvey is constantly adding to his overwhelming expertise on the xylophone's history and I consider him the reigning authority on this subject. His most recent video series is not to be missed!"
Jonathan Singer, Xylophone Virtuoso
"The Xylophone and Marimba History lecture series should be required viewing for any percussion student or enthusiast. David generously shares his knowledge, with years of experience as a collector, researcher, and performer, and and unbridled passion for marimba and xylophone history. Bravo to David and Norman Weinberg for providing such an extremely valuable and long overdue contribution to our field."
Danielle Squyres, Freelance Percussionist
"Those that are interested in Xylophone and Marimba history, do yourself a favor and check this out. David Harvey has put together an AMAZING collection of photos, recordings, and videos in this presentation. The wealth of knowledge David shares is incredible. Fair warning though: make sure you are in a comfortable chair and have some time because once you start, you will NOT want to stop! Bravo David, for this amazing accomplishment!!!"