Max Neuhaus

1961
1961 - July 13, Ensemble: PPPE. Work(s): James Hanna, Fugue and Chorale (1956) (MN: snare drum); Keisuke Ajiro, Sextet No. 1 (1961) MN (snare drum, triangle, bongos, tambourine).

On July 13, 1961, at the Hubbard Auditorium in NYC, Max Neuhaus showcased his technical versatility during the Eleventh Workshop – Concert of the Manhattan School of Music.

As a key member of the Paul Price Percussion Ensemble (PPPE), his contributions to the program included:

  • James Hanna, Fugue and Chorale (1956): Neuhaus performed on the snare drum, anchoring the rhythmic precision required for Hanna’s contrapuntal structure.
  • Keisuke Ajiro, Sextet No. 1 (1961): In this World Premiere, Neuhaus managed a diverse "multi-percussion" station including snare drum, triangle, bongos, and tambourine.