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The Artist

Ryan Fox is a classically trained percussionist with extensive experience as a professional performer and educator. His work spans from orchestral, theatrical, and festival settings.
 

Education

Master of Music, Percussion Performance

San Francisco Conservatory of Music

Bachelor of Music, Percussion Performance

Magna Cum Laude,  Central Washington University

Professional Performance

Principal
Timpanist

Northwest Symphony Orchestra

Principal Percussionist

Mid-Columbia Symphony Orchestra

Assistant Principal Percussionist

Helena Symphony Orchestra

Additional Professional Experience

Ryan has performed with a wide range of ensembles throughout the Pacific Northwest, including:

  • Regional and community orchestras

  • Musical theater pit orchestras

  • Jazz and big band ensembles

  • Opera and ballet productions

  • Family and educational performance ensembles

  • Central Washington University Marching Band, 4 years

 

He has appeared regularly in productions with:

  • Emerald Ballet Theatre

  • Touring and collaborative performances with harpist Bronn Journey

  • Family performances with Emmy Award–winning entertainer Tim Noah

Musical Pit Training

Broadway pit training completed at New York University

Festival & Institute Participation

Northwest Mahler Festival

Pacific Region International Music Festival

Vancouver Symphony Orchestra Summer Institute

Marrowstone Music Festival

Masterclasses & Continued Study

Masterclasses with leading percussionists and ongoing professional study to refine both performance and teaching

Professional Development

Performance Calendar

Ryan maintains an active performance schedule throughout the year. 

March

2nd & 3rd

Lake Washington Symphony, Education Concerts

Overlake Christian Church, Redmond, WA, 10:30am

March

14th

Northwest Symphony Orchestra, "Music for the Soul"

Holy Rosary Catholic Church, West Seattle, WA, 8:00pm

April

24th

"Crescendo: A Symphonic Celebration of Washington Landscapes" in collaboration with Washington Trails Association

Benaroya Hall, Seattle, WA, 7:30pm

May

15th

Take Seventeen Big Band Music4Life Fundraiser

Startup Event Center, Startup, WA, 7:00pm

Professional Performance Services

Ryan Fox is available for a limited number of professional performance engagements, including orchestral, ceremonial, and special event services.

For families seeking private percussion instruction in the Sky Valley area, Ryan's performance background provides a strong foundation for serious musical studies.

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