08: HiHat, Sizzles, Sizz-Press and Sizz-Suck


Marching Cymbals 101
LESSON SERIES WITH ARMEEN GHAFOURPOUR
A complete guide for the marching percussion cymbal section!
This series of video lessons will provide students and instructors alike with a comprehensive introduction to the fundamental techniques for the marching cymbal line. From basic positions, "bring-ups" and playing techniques to cymbal maintenance and stretching routines, Zildjian's Marching Cymbals 101 will cover the foundation for creating a highly skilled cymbal section.
HIHATS, SIZZLES, SIZZ-PRESS AND SIZZ-SUCK
ABOUT ARMEEN GHAFOURPOUR:
Armeen Ghafourpour is a cymbal technician for both the Santa Clara Vanguard A-Corps and Cadets Corps. He marched in the Cadets Corps in 2008 and 2009 under percussion caption head Kohei Mizushima, and in the 2010 and 2011 A-Corps under Murray Gusseck and Paul Rennick respectively.

