Jacob Ransom — Percussionist
Jacob Ransom is a percussionist, composer, and educator. In 2021, he completed his Doctoral degree in percussion performance with a minor in music technology at the University of Arizona under the tutelage of Dr. Morris Palter.
Ransom bridges the divide between academic wisdom and folklore. At the University of Arizona, Ransom is the assistant director of Cross Talk, the first electronic percussion ensemble, and works with the UA Steel Ensemble.
He embraces both scholarly and colloquial approaches to music and life, savoring the intricate while holding deep appreciation for the simple.
Ransom has performed and collaborated with many groups and artists including: Y La Bamba, Darol Anger and the Furies, Tiburones, Nick Delphs, Megan Diana, Rorey James, and Esperanza Spalding.
Ransom has held the position of principal percussionist for the University of Alaska Symphony Orchestra, and is currently the principal percussionist for Arizona Symphony Orchestra. He received his Masters of Music degree from University of Alaska, Fairbanks, studying with Dr. Morris Palter, and received his Bachelors of Music degree at Southern Oregon University, studying with Dr. Terry Longshore.
Jacob’s band, Desert Fantasy uses percussion and electronics combine to create ethereal sonic states, a solo project with the occasional artist guest.
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