Philidor Percussion Group

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Ensemble in Residence ercussion Group Rob Falvo, John R. Beck, Christopher Deane, and Wiley A. Sykes, III

The Philidor Percussion Group, is named after 17th century kettledrummers Jacque and Andre Philidor. The ensemble, dictated by the needs of the music and availability of the performers, is comprised of North Carolina musicians: John R. Beck, Rob Falvo, Wiley Sykes, John Hanks, and Texas residents Christopher Deane and Mark Ford. Active since 1991, this talented ensemble is known for its combination of exciting music, virtuostic musicians, and theatrical sensibilities. The Philidor Percussion Group, while drawing on traditions and cultures from around the world, is primarily a chamber music group that performs composed music written for percussion instruments.

Philidor Percussion Festival (formerly the NCSA Percussion Seminar)
June 23 - 25, 2003. Study and perform with North Carolina's distinguished teachers and performers. Tuition discount if combined with the NCSA Summer Session. $200 includes 3 days of clinics and performances.
Hosted by the Philidor Percussion Group: Ensemble in Residence at NCSA.

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Ensemble in Residence ercussion Group					Rob Falvo, John R. Beck, Christopher Deane, and Wiley A. Sykes, III


The Philidor Percussion Group, is named after 17th century kettledrummers Jacque and Andre Philidor. The ensemble, dictated by the needs of the music and availability of the performers, is comprised of North Carolina musicians: John R. Beck, Rob Falvo, Wiley Sykes, John Hanks, and Texas residents Christopher Deane and Mark Ford. Active since 1991, this talented ensemble is known for its combination of exciting music, virtuostic musicians, and theatrical sensibilities. The Philidor Percussion Group, while drawing on traditions and cultures from around the world, is primarily a chamber music group that performs composed music written for percussion instruments.