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Tom Teasley | VCA Touring Artist Application Experience the boundary-blurring artistry of award-winning percussionist and composer Tom Teasley. This video highlights Tom’s diverse body of work, including: 🪘 Global Fusion & Collaboration – Multicultural jazz with Indian and Thai dance, world percussion with Celtic fiddle, and free jazz improvisation with trumpet innovator Dave Ballou. 🎬 Live Film Scoring – Excerpts from Tom’s original soundtracks for Modern Times and The Immigrant performed live to Chaplin’s silent classics. 🎶 Solo Performances – Hand pan and world percussion solos captured at premier venues like The Music Center at Strathmore and Fairfax Town Hall. 🎓 Arts Education & Community Engagement – Footage from international rhythm workshops, college residencies, and accessible classes for first-time drummers. Tom Teasley has been described by The Washington Post as “a multi-instrumental genius” and by DownBeat as “a one-man global orchestra.” His performances bridge traditions and genres, captivating audiences of all ages. 🌐 Learn more: tomteasley.com #TomTeasley #WorldPercussion #JazzInnovation #VCA #CulturalDiplomacy #LiveScoring #MusicEducation #Handpan #FrameDrum