Vic Firth

Vic Firth
Vic Firth in 2006
Background information
Birth nameEverett Joseph Firth
Born(1930-06-02)June 2, 1930
Winchester, Massachusetts, U.S.
DiedJuly 26, 2015(2015-07-26) (aged 85)
Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.
Occupation(s)Musician, business owner
Instrument(s)Percussion instruments, drums, timpani
Years active1946–2015
WebsiteVicFirth.com

Everett Joseph "Vic" Firth (June 2, 1930 – July 26, 2015) was an American musician and the founder of Vic Firth Company (formerly Vic Firth, Inc.), a company that makes percussion sticks and mallets. He was also known for his association with the Boston Symphony Orchestra.

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