Used and endorsed by numerous college percussion programs, Reading Mallet Percussion Music by Rebecca Kite provides a solid foundation in the scales, arpeggios, and melodic patterns necessary for percussionists to get up to speed quickly in reading music in bass and treble clef. Kite has recorded each page of music which includes 30 technique exercises (more than three hours of music), that is included on the play-along CD. Students will hear what the music sounds like on the marimba and play along with Kite as they practice! There is also a special emphasis on developing speed reading techniques that gives each learner a fast track to reading fluency. The first two sections of the book contain original etudes by Rebecca Kite, written specifically for developing music reading music skills. Especially notable are the illustrations of the marimba keyboard with either a note or scale darkened so the student can identify them on the marimba on which they are playing. The music, all of which is composed for a four-octave marimba, is clearly written with large noteheads that will help the beginner in learning to read. The third section of the book contains thirty classic melodies that are presented in increasing difficulty and are arranged to use the entire four octave keyboard (including reading bass clef). The final section contains 30 technical exercises for two mallets for developing the skill to play the material in the book. For 2 mallets, 4.0 octave marimba. Here is what percussion teachers are saying about this book: 'Reading Mallet Percussion Music is an excellent book, well-written and organized for easy comprehension,' ---John Beck, Eastman School of Music (retired). 'Your two-mallet reading book is absolutely brilliant, and is now a required resource in my curriculum.' ---Kurt Gartner, Kansas State University. / Percussions

The Indian Tabla is a difficult pair of hand drums but by no means should it be considered inaccessible. For those who have gone through the introductory 'Learning the Tabla' this book/online audio set is an ideal nextstep. It contains much new material which is appropriate for an intermediate level student.This series introduces us to new material concept and techniques. Such material includes a discussion of the complementarynature of tabla bols/technique. It also introduces us to new compositional forms such as mukhada rela laggi paran gat tihai and chakradar. There is an introduction to the concept of transitional bols and techniques. This setalso expands upon material that was introduced in the first set by giving new tals and their thekas as well as a more advanced kaida. There is also a discussion of the ancient barrel drum known as the pakhawaj and a discussionof pakhawaj material that can be played on the Tabla. Audio download available online.Easy to use book/audio download to learn intermediate level Tabla.It continues where Mel Bay's 'Learning the Tabla'left off.Easy to use for Indians and Non-Indians alike.Introduces many new compositional forms as well as more advanced theoretical material.May be used with or without the guidance of ateacher.

A staple of the Boston Pops Orchestra, this medium-easy grade percussion ensemble arrangement of 'The Syncopated Clock' is written for 7--9 players. A great introduction to the style of Leroy Anderson. / Percussions

Inspire your students to make some noise with Teach and Play African Drums!The six pieces in this book represent an exciting and varied selection of music from across the African continent from traditional djembe drumming and gumboot dancing to a Senegalese pop song. Each piece is broken down into clear and simple steps that show you how tobuild up the music gradually with your class. Combined with the accompanying DVD ? which contains over 60 short clips of the author and a group of KS3 students demonstrating all of the instruments and patterns to each piece ? teaching and learning world music has never been so easy or enjoyable.The six pieces are supplemented with valuable background information about the music and culture cross-curricular projects composing ideas advice on assessment and guidance on teaching whole-class world-music ensembles. The material has been designed primarily for use with KS2 and KS3 classes but the addition of higher-ability parts for each piece means the book can be tailored easily to KS4 as well. It is not necessary to own authentic instruments to get the most out of this book as classroom alternatives are suggested and demonstrated.?This series has been written by a genuine expert who has thorough knowledge of his subject and shares this with the reader in a lively enthusiastic and passionate way. I have never found any books before that are so clear in explaining the fundamentals of these world-music genres and doing so in a format based around practical relevant and achievable tasks is even more remarkable. I can see these books becoming one of those series that every music teacher will

This Doumbek DVD covers beginning to advanced techniques in the Arabic drumming style - the clearest most exciting way to play the Doumbek.Features unique \'play along\' sections accompanied by a full band so you canapply the rhythms in a musical setting. It takes you through simple rhythms in an easy to learn manner. You\'ll learn these important Middle Eastern rhythms: Beledi Maqsum Chiftetelli Malfuf Khaligi Ayyub andKarsilamas.You\'ll also learn advanced skills such as switching rhythms and developing your internal time sense as well as how to play Doumbek for bellydancers.

for beginners and slightly advanced players, with online videos. Par GIORDANI DANIEL. With their soft and gentle tones, handpans must be one of the most interesting, newly developed musical instruments around today. For anyone wishing to find out more, this book by Daniel Giordani provides a great way to get started. A full range of exercises enable the various playing techniques to be developed step by step. Thanks to the simple and easy-to-follow notation, you will very quickly be able to play different rhythms and to combine them with beautiful melodic sequences.Numerous exercises to improve coordination and independence of the hands together with lots of Afro, rock and hip-hop grooves make learning how to play really energising. With its exercises for chords, cross-rhythms and double strokes, the book has plenty of challenges in store for slightly advanced players as well. What?s more, seven engaging practice pieces will provide a little repertoire for the first performances.Together with the musical notation, the linked online videos are also a very good additional aid to learning. All the exercises can be played with the wide variety of handpan scales. You can find a short video introduction to the book following the link: https://vimeo.com/696103590 / Date parution : 2022-05-03/ Méthode / Handpan