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
Timpani
Northwest Symphony Orchestra
Principal Percussion
Mid-Columbia Symphony Orchestra
Assistant Principal Percussion
Helena Symphony Orchestra
Additional Professional Experience
Ryan has performed with a wide range of ensembles throughout the Pacific Northwest, including:
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Regional and community orchestras
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Musical theater pit orchestras
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Jazz and big band ensembles
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Opera and ballet productions
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Family and educational performance ensembles
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Central Washington University Marching Band, 4 years
He has appeared regularly in productions with:
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Emerald Ballet Theatre
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Touring and collaborative performances with harpist Bronn Journey
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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.
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June
20th
Helena Symphony Orchestra "Masquerade" Gala Fundraiser
Historic Broadwater Hotel, Helena, Montana, 7:30pm
July
11th
Take Seventeen Big Band
Sultan Summer Shindig, Sultan, WA, 4:00pm
July
18th
Helena Symphony Orchestra "Symphony Under the Stars"
Carroll College football field, Helena, Montana, 8:30pm
July
25th
Take Seventeen Big Band
Bellevue Arts Fair, TBA
August
14th
Take Seventeen Big Band
Movies Under the Moon, Lake Tye, Monroe, WA, 6:30pm
August
30th
Take Seventeen Big Band
Bellevue Botanical Garden, Bellevue, WA, 12:00pm
September
6th
Take Seventeen Big Band
Evergreen State Fair, Monroe, WA, 4:00pm