Wicked Percussion Pit Setup 2023

Here is my latest setup for the Broadway show Wicked that I am performing with. You can see a series I did on this show here: • Wicked Percussion Book

[@Nargon46]

I got to work as crew for this show once, its so cool. I wish I could do sit-ins with pit orchestras more often, I love watching pit orchestras work but I don't play any instruments so its always a little awkward asking, but they are such lovely people

[@joseito12]

wicked indeed!

[@luisrene2633]

Awesome set up Rick 👍

[@themangoninja8]

That rig looks amazing!

[@iandrum87]

Hell of a rig Maestro! Have fun! And kudos to the technician who had to set up all those toys 🙏🏻🙌🏻

[@rickdior]

The performer (in this case, me) sets it up as each performer uses a slightly different setup.

[@Craigo-xg5mc]

That’s amazing. I really admire anyone who is able to learn and execute a show that complex. I also wonder if all the other instrumentalists have it “easy” by comparison.

[@rickdior]

None of the books are easy. It's a complicated show with lots of doubling and tricky passages.
Very rewarding to perform.

[@johnnyxmusic]

That’s crazy! ❤❤❤

[@lionel6869]

Amazing!! Love it!

[@dennisstgermain442]

So interesting . 6 times ?? You must have it memorized by now . LOL Thanks Rick. Have a great show !! Really have learned soooooo much from your channel.

[@rickdior]

Yes, that show put my kids through college!

[@Gemashke]

What brand of cough drops do you use? I see some on that tray with the mallets, I don't see a brand name, however.

[@Jesusonabicycle-td5fj]

Im curious, whats the fastest switch between toys or mallets you have in the show?

[@rickdior]

The tune One Short Day

[@michaelspanedda6390]

Are you currently subbing in at NYC or is it for a tour?
Also I'd love to see your process for making dual sided mallets!

[@rickdior]

It's for the tour.
Mike Balter made me the mallets. I just rewrap them from time to time.

[@loucontino4804]

Zildjian Earth Plate circa 78/79, maybe?