Eric Halvorson - Drum Set Yousif Sheronick - Dumbek Hidden Malfouf is a Dumbek/Drum Set duo based around Middle Eastern Rhythms. “Malfouf” is one of the more popular rhythms with a rhythmic sequence of 3-3-2. I have found this particular rhythm embedded, or hidden, within other Middle Eastern rhythms. In sections of this piece one player will start a longer pattern and the other will expose the Malfouf within that pattern. Often the exposed Malfouf does not land on the downbeat which leads to displaced rhythms being played simultaneously…perhaps tricking the listener, or even the performers, as to who owns beat 1. Sheet Music is available here: https://www.duojalal.org/shop

I’ve been fascinated by shakers ever since I took a trip to Brazil in graduate school. Only being aware of shakers played rock band style, I was taken by the Brazilian’s ability to take simple basket shakers called Caxixi and, by way of creativity, create so many textures and grooves. Then hearing maraca players from Venezuela, well, my interest was taken to a whole new level. The shakers I’m using in this solo were made in Brazil, Venezuela, Japan and the US. The idea is that the shakers in my left and right hand are different people that have brief interactions with each other and then go on their way. It’s meant to be silly, tongue-in-cheek, and just a brief distraction from whatever is going on in one’s life.

Manhattan Avenue is a solo I composed based on the techniques taught in my online course Frame Drums 101. It contains Glen Velez's Handance Method, Ratio Exercises/Grooves, Split Hand Technique, Snapping, Glen Velez Fast Fingerings, Playing with a Brush and more! More information including sheet music is available at www.FrameDrumSchool.org

FOUR SEASONS IN MUSIC: “Golden Rule – Summer Playlist” Artistic Director – Kathryn Lockwood Todd Reynolds, Violin Kathryn Lockwood, Viola Gregg August, Bass Yousif Sheronick, Percussion Videographer – Rob Davidson The Sands Point Preserve Conservancy proudly presents “Golden Rule” - an exotic concert of short pieces and international folk songs from around the world. Created by series Artistic Director Kathryn Lockwood, the program references an ethic of respect and reciprocity, and showcases works by black American poets and a magnificent new commission, "Changes," by composer Allison Loggins-Hull. Concert Music Program, Poetry & Notes: https://bit.ly/3290Xh6 Hempstead House at the Sands Point Preserve - July 2020 00:00 - 1. Introduction - Kathryn Lockwood, Artistic Director 01:56 - 2. Bach “Adagio” in G minor, Sonata No. 1 BWV 1001 - Todd Reynolds, Violin 05:37 - 3. Introduction - Kathryn Lockwood 07:08 - 4. Poetry - "To the Swimmer" (1918) Countee Cullen - Todd Reynolds, Poetry 08:38 - 5. Allison Loggins-Hull “Changes” (2020) *WORLD PREMIERE - duoJalal; Kathryn Lockwood, viola & Yousif Sheronick, percussion 13:40 - 6. Introduction - Gregg August 14:38 - 7. Ignacio Cervantes “Los Trés Golpes”- Todd Reynolds, Violin & Gregg August, Bass 20:50 - 8. Introduction - Yousif Sheronick 21:35 - 9. Yousif Sheronick “Shaker Talk” (2020)- Yousif Sheronick, Percussion 26:40 - 10. Introduction - Yousif Sheronick 28:19 - 11. Poetry - Peacock Feather (1922) Effie Lee Newsome (1885-1978) - Todd Reynolds, Poetry 29:16 - 12. Andy Akiho “Karakurenai“ (Crimson) 34:47 - 13. Introduction - Kathryn Lockwood 35:24 - 14. Béla Bartók 44 Duos for Violin & Viola - Todd Reynolds, Violin & Kathryn Lockwood, viola 41:24 - 15. Introduction - Kathryn Lockwood 42:40 - 16. Poetry - “In Summer” (1912) Laurence Dunbar (1872-1906) - Todd Reynolds, Poetry 44:29 - 17. Zhao Jiping “Summer in the High Grassland” duoJalal; Kathryn Lockwood, viola & Yousif Sheronick, percussion 48:36 - 18. Introduction - Todd Reynolds 50:06 - 19. “Golden Rule” Improv.- Todd Reynolds, Violin, Gregg August, Bass & Yousif Sheronick, Percussion 55:56 - 20. Introduction and Poetry - “Your Only Child from A Wreath for Emmett Till” Marilyn Nelson (b. 1946) - Gregg August, Poetry 58:18 - 21. Gregg August - "Your Only Child" - Todd Reynolds, Violin; Kathryn Lockwood, Viola; Gregg August, Bass 1:06:40 - 22. Introduction - Yousif Sheronick 1:07:12 - 23. “Zeina & Longa” – Middle Eastern Medley Mohamed Abdul Wahab & Riad El-Soumbati

FOUR SEASONS IN MUSIC Spring - “Honey from Alast” A Musical Journey of Hope and Resilience Artistic Director – Kathryn Lockwood Special performance by duoJalal Kathryn Lockwood, Viola Yousif Sheronick, Percussion Videographer – Rob Davidson Concert Music Program, Poetry & Notes: https://bit.ly/3gi7niI Spring Dinner Menu: https://bit.ly/2TyQfvo Hempstead House at the Sands Point Preserve - May 2020 00:00 - 1. Introduction - Kathryn Lockwood, Artistic Director 02:28 - 2. J.S. Bach: Prelude in C Major for solo viola 06:26 - 3. Introduction - Yousif Sheronick 07:20 - 4. John T. La Barbera: Danza del Fuego 12:30 - 5. Introduction - Kathryn Lockwood 13:49 - 6. Somei Satoh: Birds in warped time II 24:24 - 7. Introduction - Yousif Sheronick 25:30 - 8. Yousif Sheronick: Doubtful Sound for Solo Frame Drum (2018) 31:28 - 9. Introduction & Poetry: Hope is the thing with feathers Emily Dickinson (1830-1890) - Kathryn Lockwood 33:19 - 10. Henri Vieuxtemps: Capriccio, Op.55 for Solo Viola (1875) 36:30 - 11. Introduction - Yousif Sheronick 37:36 - 12. Poetry: Honey from Alast Jalal al-Din Rumi (1207–1273) - Kathryn Lockwood 38:30 - 13. Evan Ziporyn: Honey from Alast 50:40 - 14. Introduction - Yousif Sheronick 51:28 - 15. Yousif Sheronick: Jubb Jannin 58:19 - 16. Introduction & Poetry: The Road Not Taken Robert Frost (1874-1963) - Kathryn Lockwood 1:00:20 - 17. Enzo Rao Camemi: a different world

duoJalal is Ensemble In Residence at Sands Point Preserve. Here are some clips from our Summer 2019 concert with violinist Todd Reynolds and Nathan Koci. duoJalal is Kathryn Lockwood, viola and Yousif Sheronick, percussion Please visit www.duojalal.org for more information.

duoJalal is Ensemble In Residence at Sands Point Preserve. Here are some clips of our Spring 2019 performance with the Lark Quartet. Deborah Buck and Basia Danilo, violins; Caroline Stinson, cello; Romie di Guise-Langolis, clarinet. duoJalal is Kathryn Lockwood, viola and Yousif Sheronick, percussion. Please visit www.duojalal.org for more information.

Sama'i Thaquil is an Arab rhythm in a cycle of 10 beats. This is an improvised solo on the Middle Eastern tambourine.

duoJalal - Kathryn Lockwood and Yousif Sheronick Live from University of North Alabama 2019

John Patitucci talks about the piece he wrote for duoJalal.

Kenji Bunch talks about the creation of Lost and Found for duoJalal

Glen talks about his piece Homage for Frame Drums and Viola. The piece was commissioned and recorded by duoJalal.

Duo for two large frame drums. Sheet music available at www.yousifsheronick.com

duoJalal explains the creation of a new work by Philip Glass.

Concerto for World Percussion Ensemble by Yousif Sheronick. Premiered at PASIC 2015 in San Antonio TX with Queens College Percussion Ensemble Juan Herrera, Ben Cohen, Brian Maulick, Chris Mulz The Percussive Arts Society (PAS) is the world's largest percussion organization, with over 6,000 passionate Subscribers. PAS hosts the Percussive Arts Society International Convention (PASIC) annually, featuring the top names in drumming and percussion.This video is from the 2015 Percussive Arts Society International Convention (PASIC) in San Antonio, TX, November 11-14, 2015. For more information on PAS and PASIC, visit http://www.pas.org/ and subscribe to the PAS YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/PercArts.

Concerto for World Percussion Ensemble by Yousif Sheronick. Premiered at PASIC 2015 in San Antonio TX with Queens College Percussion Ensemble Juan Herrera, Ben Cohen, Brian Maulick, Chris Mulz The Percussive Arts Society (PAS) is the world's largest percussion organization, with over 6,000 passionate Subscribers. PAS hosts the Percussive Arts Society International Convention (PASIC) annually, featuring the top names in drumming and ercussion.This video is from the 2015 Percussive Arts Society International Convention (PASIC) in San Antonio, TX, November 11-14, 2015. For more information on PAS and PASIC, visit http://www.pas.org/ and subscribe to the PAS YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/PercArts.

Live from UMASS/Amherst

Part of duoJalal's Rumi Experience project. Performed live at UMASS Amherst. Jalal al-Din poetry read by Marjorie Melnick.

Ethos Percussion Group plays Duo 77 by Yousif Sheronick Video used by permission. The Percussive Arts Society (PAS) is the world’s largest drum & percussion organization. PAS hosts the Percussive Arts Society International Convention (PASIC) annually, featuring the top names in drumming and percussion. This video is from PASIC 2016 in Indianapolis, Indiana, November 9–12, 2016. For more information on PAS and PASIC, visit http://www.pas.org/ and subscribe to the PAS YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/PercArts

Featuring Glen Velez, Yousif Sheronick and Shane Shanahan. Live at Symphony Space. Video by: www.boldcourier.com www.takadimiproject.com www.yousifsheronick.com www.shaneshanahan.com www.glenvelez.com

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Highlight from Ethos Percussion Group's Daytime Showcase Concert: "Rhythms of the Silk Road: Melding Ancient and Modern Traditions" Filmed at PASIC 2016 in Indianapolis, IN, November 9-12. FULL SESSION: Log in to your PAS.org account to watch this whole performance and many others! Sponsored by: Innovative Percussion Inc., Cooperman Company, Sabian Ltd., Yamaha Corporation of America, Pearl Corporation ----------------------------------------­----------------------------------------­------ The Percussive Arts Society (PAS) is the world's largest percussion organization, with over 5,000 members in over 80 Chapters across the United States and around the globe. PAS hosts the Percussive Arts Society International Convention (PASIC) annually, featuring the top names in drumming and percussion. Connect with PAS! ➤Web: http://www.pas.org ➤Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PercussiveArts ➤Twitter: https://twitter.com/PercussiveArts ➤Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/percussivearts ➤Snapchat: @percussivearts PASIC® ➤Web: http://www.pasic.org ➤Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PASICPAS ➤Twitter: https://twitter.com/PASIC Rhythm! Discovery Center ➤Web: http://rhythmdiscoverycenter.org ➤Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RhythmDiscovery ➤Twitter: https://twitter.com/RhythmDiscovery ➤Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rhythmdiscovery ----------------------------------------­----------------------------------------­------ ABOUT ETHOS: Presenting an energetic potpourri of musical genres from around the globe, Ethos Percussion Group is a quartet comprised of percussionists Trey Files, Michael Lipsey, Eric Phinney, and Yousif Sheronick. In addition to the group's Western chamber music expertise, individual members are also virtuosos on exotic instruments from Indonesia, West Africa, India, and the Middle East. For 25 years, Ethos has performed at major concert venues across the United States and abroad including Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, London's Wigmore Hall, and the Bermuda Festival. Ethos has been a major proponent in expanding the percussion quartet repertoire by commissioning more than twenty-nine new works. From the outset, Ethos has demonstrated its commitment to advancing the percussive arts in education by presenting clinics and masterclasses at institutions including the University of Illinois, The Juilliard School, Eastman School of Music, and Berklee College of Music.