Percussion for Musicians

Percussion for Musicians
Author: Robert M. McCormick
Publisher: Alfred Music
Total Pages: 128
Release: 1983
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9781457455384

Written for the student, educator, or professional musician who is in need of a practical text containing descriptions, concepts, and information on sound, equipment, repertoire, and techniques of the percussion instruments.

Percussion Assignments for Band & Wind Ensemble

Percussion Assignments for Band & Wind Ensemble
Author: Russ Girsberger
Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation
Total Pages: 204
Release: 2004
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9781574630305

(Meredith Music Percussion). This two-volume publication provides guidelines on percussion player and instrument requirements for over 2,000 concert band and wind ensemble works. It contains helpful information for conductors, section leaders, stage managers, equipment managers and ensemble librarians. An incredible compilation for school, college, military, community and professional bands and wind ensembles. (a href="http://youtu.be/OVqEyKf5JnU" target="_blank")Click here for a YouTube video on Percussion Assignments for Band and Wind Ensemble(/a)

The Art of Percussion Playing

The Art of Percussion Playing
Author: Anthony J. Cirone
Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation
Total Pages: 132
Release: 2006
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9781574630473

(Meredith Music Percussion). This book combines The Art of Tambourine and Triangle Playing, The Art of Bass Drum and Cymbal Playing and The Art of Percussion Accessory Playing into one volume providing students and teachers with easy access to learning about the important instruments used in orchestra, band and various ensembles including percussion ensemble. It includes history, selection and performance techniques on bass drum, cymbals, tambourine, triangle and 17 percussion accessory instruments, designed for methods classes, school instrumental music classes and anyone interested in acquiring an in-depth understanding of percussion instruments. Especially useful for conductors, composers and arrangers since all essential techniques are covered in short etudes composed for each instrument. (a href="http://youtu.be/bfDll0hAvlk" target="_blank")Click here for a YouTube video on The Art of Percussion Playing(/a)

How to Write for Percussion

How to Write for Percussion
Author: Samuel Z. Solomon
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages: 313
Release: 2016
Genre: Music
ISBN: 0199920362

Introduction. How this book is organized ; Instruments covered ; Working with percussionists ; Location specifics ; The value of not reading this book.

Tataku

Tataku
Author: Bill B. Matney
Publisher:
Total Pages: 251
Release: 2007-01-01
Genre: Music therapy
ISBN: 9781568706030

Keiko Abe

Keiko Abe
Author: Rebecca Kite
Publisher: Alfred Music
Total Pages: 336
Release: 2007
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN:

This biography tells the untold story of Keiko Abe's groundbreaking influence on the evolution of the marimba and its music. Kite also offers a history of the xylophone, the marimba, and the music, composers, and performers that each instrument was associated with over the centuries. Examples of rare and historic recordings are included on a CD.

Body Percussion -- Sounds and Rhythms

Body Percussion -- Sounds and Rhythms
Author: Richard Filz
Publisher: Warner Bros. Publications
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2015-11
Genre: Body percussion
ISBN: 9783933136114

This book discusses the various percussive sounds which can be made by the body, looks at different kinds of grooves and styles, and presents solo and ensemble pieces for body percussion. The DVD illustrates the techniques, sounds, rhythms and pieces in the book.

Big Band Drumming at First Sight: Book & Online Audio/PDF

Big Band Drumming at First Sight: Book & Online Audio/PDF
Author: Steve Fidyk
Publisher: Alfred Music
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2011-08
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9780739078822

With Big Band Drumming at First Sight, Steve Fidyk offers a comprehensive approach to improve sight-reading skills in a big band setting. With advice on how to accompany different musical forms and playing styles, Fidyk gives detailed information that will strengthen your ability to recognize band figures and beat patterns quickly and easily. The companion play-along recording features 10 arrangements of varying styles with beat and figure examples extracted from each score that are looped or repeated several times for thorough study. Big Band Drumming at First Sight will be an invaluable tool in helping you to become a better sight-reader! Read, listen, study, and learn through Steve's experience on what it takes to look at a drumset part once, and know how to deliver the musical goods with confidence! It was love at first sight when I first encountered this book. Here is a great resource that is focused on sight-reading big band charts correctly the first time. -Percussive Notes Rather than offering exercises in speedy note reading, the volume covers the fine art of chart interpretation with useful advice and clear illustrations. -Jeff Potter, Modern Drummer

The Packet

The Packet
Author: Frank Chapple
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 2015-07-20
Genre:
ISBN: 9780692500699

The Packet is an all-inclusive curriculum based on the five areas of a percussionist's foundation: Rhythm, Chops, Rudiments, Mallets (2 & 4) and Drumset.