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World of Percussion with Brian Melick is a series of nine videos for students, faculty and staff that are educational, entertaining and hands-on.

Each video in the series introduces students, faculty and staff to a percussion instrument from a different part of the world. In a short session, you’ll learn a bit about the history, culture and construction of each instrument. But this isn't just about watching and listening. In typical Melick style, each video ends with a virtual drum circle and an invitation to “get your rhythmic groove on” and join in!

The only prerequisite is a curious mind and a spirit of adventure. So tune in, grab a drum… or a desktop... or clap your hands and enjoy the journey!

Video Series

The World of Percussion series was created for the Ñî¹óåú´«Ã½ÊÓƵ Cultural Affairs Program, is copyrighted by Brian Melick and is used by permission.

NOTE: Access the video series is restricted to students, faculty and staff for the Spring 2020 semester.

1. World of Percussion: Brazilian Pandeiro
2. World of Percussion: Nigerian Udu
3. World of Percussion: Egyptian Riq
   
4. World of Percussion: Japanese Shimi-Daiko
   
5. World of Percussion: Dominican Boombakini
6. World of Percussion: Latin/Caribbean Conga Drum
7. World of Percussion: Peruvian Cajon
8. World of Percussion: Shakers
9. World of Percussion: Bells
   

About the Artist

Brian Melick is a highly acclaimed musician, composer, educator, inventor, touring and recording artist based in New York's Capital Region. He has appeared as a guest of the Cultural Affairs Program numerous times over the years, including a special exhibit and demonstration of his unique LEGO drum kit. For more information about Brian Melick, visit his website at .