There is something amazing about how Ron Crose plays the didgeridoo, the ancient Australian Aboriginal wind instrument, also known as the yidaki. The mystical sounds pervade the room, swirling around you, encompassing you with feelings of another world.

As Ron plays "in tongue" and in rhythm, you can see why he has earned respect among the didgeridoo and world music communities for both his gift of playing and his love of sharing this sacred instrument.

He has performed in music festivals, elementary schools, shared the stage or studio with many musicians, and loves to share his knowledge by holding workshops, classes.

Feel the mystery that hovers around the ancient sounds of the didgeridoo playing and the reason why Ron Crose is considered one of Texas' premier didgeridoo players.

Ron Crose
Austin, Texas, USA
Email Ron here

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We had a great workshop this month for both beginners and advanced players!

"Ron, I just wanted to thank you for welcoming me into your home for the didj lesson this past Saturday. I picked up a great deal and have been having a lot more fun with my "Joey Kakadu" didgeridoo. I particularly enjoyed your sharing the philosophy behind the ceremony/instrument too. Hearing it adds an entirely new dimension for me. Anyhow, I just wanted to say thanks again, Ron. (I think I need to get my didj fixed - it doesn't sound like the way you play! :-)))"
- Best regards, Gary

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"Hi Ron: Thanks for the great class today. I feel that I've learned a great deal, more than I thought I would.

My criteria for a good instructor is a person who not only can pass on the technical knowledge based on experience but also who can inspire the student to want more and be actively engaged in the process. You are such an instructor." -Ed

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Classes, workshops, and private lessons are offered throughout the year in the Austin area and are to be announced.

I sometimes teach beginning didgeridoo workshops through the University of Texas Informal Classes. Times and dates will be posted. For more information visit the University of Texas Informal Classes.

I was recently invited to appear on the award-winning Biscuit Brothers Children's TV show on PBS to perform and discuss the yidaki. The episode has not yet aired but I will post the video here once it does.

The didgeridoo is played with the greatest respect for the Aboriginals of Australia; their struggle for land rights and equality in Australia. For more information on Australian Aboriginals visit:

Centre for Aboriginal Economic Policy Research

Aboriginal Australia Art & Culture Centre in Alice Springs

RRIPANGU YIRDAKI - The website of Djalu Gurruwiwi

Didgeman.com: Learning from Yolngu discussion site

© 2008 Ron Crose
Photos by Brian Birzer