Pickleball!: The Curious History of Pickleball From Its Origins As Picklepong 1959 - 1963

Patrick W. Smith, born and raised in Washington State, now resides in Guilford, Connecticut and Frye Island, Maine. In the world of music, Patrick is a virtuoso percussionist/tympanist, composer and conductor. He has toured internationally, performing with many artists and can be heard on numerous recordings. As a teacher, Patrick has mentored musicians of all ages for over five decades. He is a Grammy Recognized and award-winning music educator. To gain perspective in life and learn to walk his own peaceful path, Patrick has studied Martial Arts since 1964 and is now a Master level black belt instructor with Dillman Karate International. As a devoted student of martial arts with nearly 60 years of training in numerous styles, he offers classes throughout New England and online. To share his experience and perspective with the community, Patrick is a Level One Certified practitioner of Kingian Nonviolence Reconciliation, bringing forth nonviolence as a way of life and spirit.