Artists Studio

The Reggie Nicholson Percussion Concept

Artists Studio

The Reggie Nicholson Percussion Concept

November 18, 2023

Veterans Room

Reggie Nicholson‘s signature style and sound have made him one of the most inventive and inspirational drummer/percussionists of his generation, composing and improvising original music that showcases his formidable technique and considerable skill. He performs some of his recent works and world premieres for percussion ensemble, displaying his “exquisite splashes of color and unmetered cascades on the drums” (Chicago Tribune) with his ensemble, the Reggie Nicholson Percussion Concept.

Performances

Saturday, November 18, 2023 at 7:00pm and 9:00pm

Gallery

  • Ernest Dawkins (alto sax) and Baba Don Eaton (hand drums, percussion) perform in the Veterans Room.
    Photo: Alexander Sargent

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  • Warren Smith (timpani, bass drum, percussion) performs in the Veterans Room.
    Photo: Alexander Sargent

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  • Reggie Nicholson (drums, marimba, percussion, composer) addresses the audience in the Veterans Room.
    Photo: Alexander Sargent

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  • The Reggie Nicholson Percussion Concept—including (L-R) Baba Don Eaton, Bryan Carrott, Ernest Dawkins, Reggie Nicholson, Warren Smith, Levy Lorenzo—in the Veterans Room.
    Photo: Alexander Sargent

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Support

Public support is provided, in part, by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Legislature.

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