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About Evelyn Glennie

  • Born: July 19, 1965
  • Occupation: Percussionist
    • Scotland has never ceased to amaze the world with its forward vision, bold action and great educational institutions. nothing makes me more proud than to promote this wonderful land with all its richness and diversity wherever i go.
    Educational Land Diversity
    Concerts have to be seen as a real event for which the aim is to try and feed everybody.
    Real Trying Events
    And as i grew older, i then auditioned for the royal academy of music in london, and they said, well, no, we won't accept you, because we haven't a clue - you know - of the future of a so-called 'deaf' musician. and i just couldn't quite accept that.
    Musician London Royal
    I often play on the cello-bass side of the orchestra, because i prefer the deep sounds. i can't hear the violins well.
    Play Sound Orchestra
    I think i can only help to expose percussion to all sorts of people. the balance between the lighter and more serious side is important.
    Thinking People Balance
    Once you're in a particular country, and you're surrounded by musicians who are so adept at traditional music, you suddenly realize how much there is to explore and digest and learn and experience.
    Country Musician Realizing
    Percussion is physical, as most instruments are. the body must function well in order to play the instruments well. last year i climbed mount kilimanjaro.
    Order Years Play
    I've kept a diary since i was 11.
    Diaries
    When i was 12, i happened to see a schoolmate playing percussion, and it looked interesting. i asked for lessons, and it felt right.
    Interesting Lessons Percussion
    My favorite instrument is the snare drum. in scotland, the snare drum is very prominent in highland bands. the scottish style of playing is in my blood. it's a very powerful instrument, but it can also be soothing, like velvet. it's a real challenge for composers.
    Powerful Real Blood
    I love out-of-the-way, rugged places. for me, holidays are about the experiences, and the people, and the memories, rather than sitting on a nice beach getting tanned. i try to plant myself where i am and embrace what is there in front of me.
    Beach Memories Nice
    I just assumed the world was full of solo percussionists. i couldn't find sticks or music or anything where i was, but that was expected because there was nothing there anyway. and i think that was possibly the greatest asset for me, just not knowing.
    Thinking Knowing World
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