James Campbell

James Campbell

University of Kentucky/Lexington Philharmonic

James Campbell has received worldwide recognition as a performer, pedagogue and author, and is a respected figure in the development of the contemporary percussion ensemble. He has toured extensively throughout The Americas, Europe, and Asia. Currently Provosts Distinguished Service Professor of Music and Director of Percussion Studies at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, he also holds the positions of Principal Percussionist with the Lexington Philharmonic, drummer with the Kentucky Jazz Repertory Orchestra, and Past-President of the Percussive Arts Society.

James Campbell'S SETUP:

  1. 20" FX Oriental Crash of Doom

* May be prototype

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  • WHAT INSPIRES YOU?

    It has a unique timbre, low and dark, that sounds great either struck or sustained. I love using it in chamber music to spice things up!

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