i play the horn, but explaining to non music ppl that the triangle is frickin hard to play is literally my hobby. then i proceed to explain how a champagne kork attached to a biker pump is an actual instrument to troll and show em a recording of the champagne galopp. xd

Thank you! I got a 5" triangle because it (and a tambourine) was on sale when I bought my keyboard from an online music shop. Thank you for explaining this! I use percussion instruments for when I march with my labor union (because I'm tired of losing my voice and holding home depot buckets as drums haha). Thank you very much for showing the MELODIC percussive instrument that is the Triangle!! 📐

The triangle is a must have bottome line. You would not have nightmare on elm streat film scores without it

Thank you dave

As a visually impaired individual, my love for playing instruments knows no bounds. Recently, I made the decision to purchase a 6-inch triangle, reigniting a passion that has been a part of my life since my school days. The allure of owning my own instrument, one that I can call mine, was irresistible. The sound of the triangle has always held a special place in my heart. Its metallic resonance has a calming effect on me, evoking a sense of tranquility unlike any other. It’s fascinating how such a seemingly simple instrument can have such a profound impact on one’s emotions. It puzzles me, much like yourself, why the triangle is often underestimated in the realm of musical instruments. To me, it’s so much more than just a metal triangle; it’s a source of depth and richness that enhances the orchestral experience in ways that words can scarcely describe. I take great pride in my decision to purchase this instrument, and I eagerly anticipate the moments when I can lose myself in its ethereal tones, creating music that resonates with my soul. Here’s to embracing the beauty of the triangle and celebrating the joy it brings to my life.

My friend! Why no more videos? Your sensabilities are right on.

Very well done! Thank you.

Thinking about the examples you provided and how you varied offset, angle and speed in each instance, what size of cymbal and style of playing would you recommend for marches played in a concert band context (e.g. Sousa, von Suppe)? Think lots of quarter note / eighth note passages that are written forte+.

I've just found out the cymbal strap break kid saluted cause he had veterans in his family, nice of him

I never thought about getting lessons for percussion accessories but man I learned so much things! I've been playing in orchetra for more than 10 years and there are many little things that I haven't been taught, like holding the cymbals right, doing a triangle roll, playing the wood sticks right.. so thank you for all that.

i thinks of of the best ( and hardest ) is the final of tchaikovsky's 4th symphonie, it's sooo fast 🤣🤣

Dave, is there a musical piece composed only or mainly for a triangle?

great video!

Great explanation!

Great video, thank you!

Thank you for the video! I’m playing The Sorcerers Apprentice for concert band this Sunday, and I’m playing the glockenspiel and triangle part for it. The triangle part is very underrated and difficult, and triangle is definitely an underrated instrument. Thank you!

I'm playing the triangle for Shostakovich Festive Overture and can confirm the triangle is difficult for me to get right but is fun to play.

Your videos are beautifully timed and provide nice visuals/examples. It's great!

very helpful

Even Chunky Kong can play the triangle.

lmaoo

Watched this video to try and figure out what the triangle sounds like in an orchestra and I was wondering if my headphones were just broken but finally, you helped me hear what to listen for! Thank you so much!

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Congratulations

Triangle needs defenders like you. Congratulations Dave

And the Titanic ending to Mahler

I love Dvorak 8 - such a happy piece

Great video, Dave - Very informative and excellent production values as well! All the best from Honolulu.

Rythmic muting can be good - something that I think of as similar to opening and closing a high hat.

I’m going to cancel my gym membership. Will burn double the calories playing the triangle!!!!

Hey there, I saw there's an Alan Abel Wagner-Mahler 6" Triangle and a Symphonic 6" version. Do you happen to have both symphonic vs wagner for sound comparison?

People be like:not abusing triangle

Thanks a lot for this very useful video. I'm a drummer and just bought a Triangle to expand the variery of sound in my kit. Your vid gave me lots of clues on how to play this fine instrument.

What is it like having a cymbal smashed right behind you in mahler 1

Ahh the leedy ludvig 10 vintage, Sounds like the name of a vintage car lol.

Omgosh the beginning of the video but I just bought a triangle and ready to learn to play

Thank you very much for this post!

I always thought that you played a triangle on the leg that is across from the opening. No? It would seem that is the strongest part of the triangle,. but maybe you want to the low frequencies as part of the sound, so you hit one of the open sides instead of the closed side. Can you explain a little about this?

Damn, I love seeing orchestral percussionists making videos of how they like to beat it. One handed, two handed, hanging freely. I just can't stop watching.

sometimes the edges are sharp, and they cut into my Hanes T-shirts(sponsor). what do you recommend? can i still have a future in symbols?

Amazing work Dave!

I played all these pieces before, but never thought too much about the cymbals behind me! Thanks for sharing :-)

Love this!

1:11 Can you name all of the pieces in that montage?! (.... can you name all of the players too?? I can name maybe about half of them...)

Informative video, thanks!

This is a brilliant video. I wanna share it with the world. It deserves more than 725 views! :D

This is spectacular Dave! And I can't wait for my very own "well, let me tell you!" moment.

Nice job!

Good stuff Dave!