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:
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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.
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