As English philosopher and catalyst of the 17th century’s scientific revolution, Sir Francis Bacon stated, “There is no excellent beauty that hath not some strangeness in the proportion.”
Enter the 21st century TCI “Media Rides.” The 2009 ensemble will be auditioning for and fielding 4 to 6 marching ride-style cymbals that will bring the authentic feel and essence of Radiohead to life, and add yet another unique twist to the overall production. Local drumset superstar and Lake Howell/UCF drumline alumni Ryan Dixon will not only oversee this critical layer to the show, but ensure these individuals enjoy the full educational performance experience available to all sections. As he eloquently paraphrased Bacon in third person, “Those Media Rides: Beautiful. That Dixon: Strange and charming.”
At times, this 21st century line will march the plates, while at other times create the visual themes of the show through creative and media-based means. Radiohead + Sabian + Dixon + YOU = TCI Revolution. “This ain’t your Grandma’s cymbal line”.
