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Oliver Mayman Quartet
The Oliver Mayman Quartet performed at the Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. Mayman, a vibraphonist, composer, and educator originally from Ann Arbor and now based in Philadelphia, is known for reimagining the vibraphon's role with inventive technique and creative sensitivity.
Oliver Mayman is a vibraphonist, composer, and educator from Ann Arbor, currently living in Philadelphia. He began as a drummer and pianist, discovering the vibraphone as a teenager because it combines the rhythm of drums with the harmonic capacity of piano. He has developed a distinctive technical approach and creative vision that redefines the vibraphon's place in music.
Mayman has led bands in the Midwest and East Coast, performing at notable venues like Cliff Bell’s and Chris’ Jazz Cafe, and featured at major events such as the Detroit Jazz Festival and the Percussive Arts Society International Convention. As an accompanist and sideman, he has a broad performance history, aiming to position the vibraphone as a rhythmically and harmonically versatile instrument.
An experienced educator, he teaches vibraphone students and contributes to vibesworkshop.com. He developed unique dampening techniques and four-mallet concepts, authored 'Dampening Studies,' and presented on the topic at the 2023 PASIC clinic. Among his accolades are the Yamaha Young Performing Artist jazz award and the Italy Percussive Arts Society jazz vibraphone competition. He earned a Bachelor of Music from Temple University in 2023. His performance at the Blue LLama Jazz Club showcased his innovative playing style and technical mastery.
Mayman has led bands in the Midwest and East Coast, performing at notable venues like Cliff Bell’s and Chris’ Jazz Cafe, and featured at major events such as the Detroit Jazz Festival and the Percussive Arts Society International Convention. As an accompanist and sideman, he has a broad performance history, aiming to position the vibraphone as a rhythmically and harmonically versatile instrument.
An experienced educator, he teaches vibraphone students and contributes to vibesworkshop.com. He developed unique dampening techniques and four-mallet concepts, authored 'Dampening Studies,' and presented on the topic at the 2023 PASIC clinic. Among his accolades are the Yamaha Young Performing Artist jazz award and the Italy Percussive Arts Society jazz vibraphone competition. He earned a Bachelor of Music from Temple University in 2023. His performance at the Blue LLama Jazz Club showcased his innovative playing style and technical mastery.
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