Expertly written by percussionist Mitchell Peters this Fundamental Method For Timpani teaches the basics of timpani playing in a practical and musical way with numerous sticking tuning and ear-training exercises plus over 60 musical etudes in a variety of styles. Covers general information Basic Technique Etudes for two and Etudes for three and four Timpani.

The Spiders' Revenge is a short music-theatre work (duration about 25 minutes) designed for performance by primary school children. The work was written for Evie Primary School a small rural school in Orkney of about 60 pupils between the ages of five and eleven and was specially devised to enhance an environmental studies project on 'mini-beasts'. All the pupils in the school took part in the first performance. Two children playing in a garden delight in tormenting ladybirds snails spiders and other living creatures who they claim 'have no right to be'. The spiders teach the children a salutary lesson during the course of which they learn a great deal aboutthe ways of these creatures finally recognizing the wonder of the insect world and acknowledging that all 'have their place on the earth'.The songs include simple recorder and percussion parts and guitar chords. Unpitched percussion part. This is a special item which is made to order. Please e-mail our Mail Order Department for further information.

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

This is effectively a work in three movements - Allegro Andante cantabile and Presto - which Davies likens to 'three obstacle courses bristling with technical difficulties'. However as he goes on to say 'young people arenaturally gifted with extraordinary rhythmic skills which normally remain untapped'. Given the opportunity older children have here the material for a highly arresting piece of music-making. Scoring also includes a small woodblock a small temple block and a small suspended cymbal. The xylophones are one each of the following: concert soprano alto and bass. The two glockenspiels are soprano and alto and the metallophones are bass and deep bass (avibraphone may be used instead of the latter). These studies will provide a challenge to all percussionists for whom there is a distinct shortage of suitable studies. Duration c. 5mins.

Par TREVOR SALLOUM. The popularity of The Bongo Book in addition to the high demand for resources on bongos prompted this second and more advanced book on bongo drumming. This follow-up reveals that the passion for the bongos is as great now as it was in the 1960's. Now, two more generations are discovering the joy of bongo drumming. What was lacking in the three decades were resources, a network and teaching material to guide students and hobbyists in the exploration of this fascinating instrument. The advent of the Internet with its web sites, newsgroups, and faster communication along with the flame and revival of bongo mania. Bongo Drumming is simply another step in the educational development of the bongos and an attempt to increase the awareness of this seemingly simple, yet immensely complex instrument. 2 CD's included. / Niveau : Intermédiaire / Latin American - Methods / Méthode / Percussions Diverses

Learning congas was meant to be this easy! This unique two-part DVD was designed to offer the beginning hand drummer a fun and creative approach to start playing immediately. In Part 1 expert percusionist Brad Dutz covers how to develop a good sense of the beat how to produce tones and how to play a rhythm. Part 2 presents in-depth instructions on the proper techniques for producing a variety of tones and sounds. In addition to presenting exercises to develop strong technique this DVD also exposes you to various authentic rhythmic patterns from a diversity of world cultures. Brad Dutz was born in Decatur Illinois and has played music all of his life. In1981 after graduating from North Texas University he moved to Los Angeles and began studying with Luis Conte who to this day is a strong influence both as a teacher and a friend. Brad Dutz has performed with such notables as Alanis Morrissette (Alanis Unplugged) LeAnn Rimes (Twisted Angel) the Ocena's 11 soundtrack Lee Ann Womack (Something worth Leaving Behind) and David Benoit (Fuzzy Logic). INCLUDES:Basic Rhythms Various drum tones and sounds Proper technique for playing Authentic World rhythm patterns and cultures Cutting-edge DVD special feature sets SPECIAL FEATURESInteractive Drums From Around the World Performance Applications of Education: Fanga Rhythm Framedrum Performance Additional Product Previews DVD-ROM Features: Internet Connectivity Printable Worksheets

This DVD will teach you the popular yet elusive drumming technique of the Bodhran. Primary rhythms of reel and jig times are covered along with many of their variations. Includes tips on damping two-on-three rhythm and advancedperformance. In addition you will learn the basics of playing bones spoons and the exciting Scottish snare Drum.