Erich Rieppel Tickets

Erich Rieppel is a standout timpanist and dynamic performer whose artistry has taken him from major American orchestras to international festival stages. Appointed principal timpanist of the Minnesota Orchestra in fall 2018 by conductor Osmo Vänskä, Rieppel brings a rich background in orchestral leadership and percussion excellence to every performance. His career spans the New World Symphony, Seattle Symphony, Detroit Symphony, and the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra, among others, highlighting a versatile range from stern rhythmic precision to expressive, lyrical moments on the timpani.

In recent years, Rieppel has expanded his reach as a featured artist with the Grand Teton Music Festival, where he has served as timpanist since 2023. He made a notable concerto debut with the National Symphony of Panama in January 2024, underscoring his dual strengths as a chamber musician and a concert hall soloist. His discography features a notable release with the Minnesota Orchestra on BIS, Mahler: Symphony No. 7 (2020), which showcases his nuanced approach to Mahlerian percussion and orchestral texture.

For fans and concert-goers, Erich Rieppel offers a compelling blend of technical mastery and musical storytelling. Whether you’re seeking to secure your seats for a dynamic symphonic experience or exploring his evolving body of work, this page provides a clear guide to his biography, discography highlights, and upcoming engagements.

Upcoming performances and tour dates are a key part of Rieppel's narrative as a performer. The 2025 Grand Teton Music Festival schedule at Walk Festival Hall in Jackson Hole, WY runs from July 3 to August 23, 2025, featuring Mahler in the Mountains with Symphony No. 7 as part of the program. Stay tuned for additional appearances and festival dates across major venues and cities. To learn more about Erich Rieppel, follow his official channels and connect with us for tickets and seating options.