Archive for September, 2007

What do the different Drum Roll Symbols mean?

Saturday, September 29th, 2007

This is an interesting topic of discussion amongst drummers and percussionists, and one that has had many people confused over the years, including me!
The confusion stems from the fact that there are really two types of roll. There is the “open” or “measured roll”, and then there is the “buzz” or “press” roll.
The “open” or [...]

Lesson Plans to help you teach theory

Thursday, September 27th, 2007

Just a quick note to let all the percussion educators know about a new product that we have just released at the Fun Music Company.
It’s called Instant Print Music Lessons, and its a lifesaver for anyone who teaches general music in large classes!
so check it out today - visit www.instantprintmusiclessons.com
We’ve also got lots of other [...]

How to get students to practice drum rudiments

Thursday, September 20th, 2007

The Percussion Education Minute for September has just been released.
In this issue I discuss how to inspire students to practice their rudiments, and how to focus on the musical, rather than the technical elements.
Listen to it here:

The Included Resource: parafunk.pdf
Recommended Website: www.zcpercussion.com
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Handouts for Drum Tuition - Copyright Free!

Wednesday, September 19th, 2007

I just wanted to make sure that all my visitors are aware of a service that I have available at KT Percussion.
My Drum Books are available in a completely different way than most drum books. You see I don’t think everyone needs my particular drum teaching method,  There are already hundreds if not thousands of good and reliable books [...]

Rope Tuned VS Nuts and Bolts Tuned Hand drums for the classroom

Monday, September 17th, 2007

I’ve been interested to see loads of hand drums coming out recently for use in schools.
I think this is terriffic, as Hand Drumming can be a great activity to help students learn rhythmic concepts and playing as a group.
The only thing is when buying for  a school be careful about the type of drums you [...]

How do you play a good roll on a Timpani?

Thursday, September 13th, 2007

How to roll on a Timpani is something I never knew as a young percussionist - in fact the first time I tried to play them I tried to play a buzz roll, and really looked like I didn’t know what I was doing!
The Timpani are an Orchestral instrument, and are a vital part ofthe heart [...]

Brand New Percussion Ensemble Music Available!

Monday, September 3rd, 2007

This is just a quick note to let everyone know that a good friend and colleague of mine - Zac Courtney has just launched his brand new website called “ZCPercussion.com”
 Zac is a very talented composer and a specialist in Jazz, so I’ve got a great deal of admiration for his writing - everything he writes [...]