Six Mallets

Six Mallet Grip
I began performing with six mallets in 1992, after developing my own way of holding the mallets. It is a combination of all three marimba grips – Musser (which is my primary grip), Burton and Traditional. I believe it is a good starting point for developing your own.

Six Mallet Grip Description and Photos

Marimba Writing Using Five and Six Mallets
Marimbists in three continents have learned from my six mallet clinic since 2003. Here is a copy of my handout.

Clinic Handout

Free Sheet Music   
Finding music to learn and practice can be a challenge. Here are some short piano pieces drawn from classics that are in the public domain. Enjoy!

Happy Farmer, R. Schumann