Percussionist, Marcel Jorand (b. 1937) studied at the Paris Conservatoire where he won many prizes, including first prize for his instrument. His professional work as a performer and teacher combined produced manywell-informed study books for Percussion, including First Book For Xylophone. 

Following his graduation from the Paris Conservatoire, Jorand worked with the OrchestrePhilharmonique de Radio-France as a soloist. In 1978, he...