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New textbook with help for Concert Band Directors
Thursday, July 9th, 2009I’ve just been lucky enough to find a new textbook written for concert band directors. I haven’t done a lot of concert band conducting, but the little I did do I know what a challenge it is! This brand new text was written specifically for the college professor, classroom teacher or student, and it is [...]
Help in the Music Business
Wednesday, July 1st, 2009I’ve just discovered something that I WISH had been around ten years ago! Getting started in the music business is hard enough as it is – firstly you’ve got to become brilliant on your instrument and get yourself into a great band or ensemble. Then you’ve got the challenge of getting gigs and making yourself [...]
New Release – Instant Print Music Lessons
Tuesday, September 30th, 2008I know todays post is not strictly about percussion – however I’ve got exciting news to share with you. You see, this week We’ve been putting the finishing touches on a brand new website that has been “in the pipeline” in my company – the Fun Music Company, for over a year. Its called Instant [...]
New composition for percussion in 2008
Monday, May 5th, 2008I’ve decided to do something a bit different, and out of the ordinary this month at ktpercussion.com I’m offering just three schools worldwide the opportunity to work with me virtually to create a brand new work for percussion. In January I offered a special package deal when I agreed to do a short commissioned work [...]
Websites for music education
Monday, April 28th, 2008What makes a good website for music education? I created my first website in 1998 – when the internet was really new! Back then all you needed was a few links and maybe one or two articles and you got listed in search engines pretty quickly. My question today is – what really makes a [...]
The Value of Affirmations
Wednesday, March 19th, 2008Affirmations -this is something “cooky” that no-one except crazy people do, isn’t it? That was something I used to think! I’ve just come back from an amazing three day seminar with Internet Guru Stephen Pearce. For those not into marketing, you may not know who he is or really care for that matter.. but the [...]
Teaching Effective Music Reading on the drums
Tuesday, February 12th, 2008The latest issue of the “Percussion Education Minute” deals with the issue of how to teach reading music effectively on the drums. I’ve also included twelve free handouts for learning to read effectively – great for teachers who are teaching beginning students this important area of drum tuition. To listen, simply visit http://www.ktpercussion.com/minute/feb0801.html
Catch up with me on Facebook
Tuesday, February 5th, 2008Hey Everyone – do you use facebook? Facebook is a great way to keep in touch with friends and colleagues from all over the world. If you’ve been to my websites or used any of my music, then I consider you a friend, and If you use it then join me as a friend on facebook. [...]
New Free Sheet Music for percussion ensemble
Tuesday, January 29th, 2008I just thought I’d let everyone know about a brand new, and completely FREE work available for percussion ensemble. Its called “Jungle Fever” by my colleague zac courtney of zcpercussion.com It got a great “jungle feel” – featuring Timpani and specially selected untuned percussion instruments – Its great fun and easily put together in one [...]