What is a Vibraphone? | Artopia

Bob Masteller explains how he self-taught himself to play the vibraphone. The vibraphone (or the vibes) is a musical instrument in the percussion family. It's similar to the xylophone and is commonly used in jazz music. The vibraphone can sound similar to the trumpet.

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Formal Training | Artopia

Bob Masteller shares some of his formal training that started at nine years old in public school and continued with private lessons throughout high school.

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Harlem Renaissance | Artopia

Bob Masteller shares how The Harlem Renaissance was the most exciting period in the history of jazz. The Harlem Renaissance took place in Harlem, New York between the end of World War I and the middle...

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Listening | Artopia

Bob Masteller talks about the art of listening and how listening helps develop an ear for music.

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Musical Influences | Artopia

Bob Masteller talks about his musical influences from growing up. He grew up in the era of jazz and swing with some of his favorite musicians being Benny Goodman, Louis Armstrong, and Duke Ellington.