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Rimsky-Korsakov Excerpt – Scheherazade: 4th Movement

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Become a member of a growing alliance of musicians, educators, colleagues and students who wish to bring growth and change to the field of symphonic/orchestral percussion. We are a unified group and a strong network of interested individuals and organizations. We welcome everyone who wants to make a difference, keep tabs on the field, learn tips from the pros, and be united in this cause. Join ABOP today and become a member of our community.

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I haven’t understood a bar of music in my life, but I have felt it.
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Everything in the universe has a rhythm, everything dances.
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The only love affair I have ever had was with music.
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