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Bells, Snare Drum, Auxiliary Instrument Sound Models
Bells and Snare Drum are the foundation in Book 1 and Book 2 for a comprehensive percussion program that integrates auxiliary instrument options right from the beginning.
Book 1 Vibraphone, Xylophone, Marimba Models
Sound models of the Vibraphone, Xylophone, and Marimba are presented early in Book 1 and throughout Book 2 to project the student forward into the rich and varied world of keyboard percussion.
Book 1 Sound Models and "How to Play" Illustrations
In Book 1, 13 Auxiliary Percussion instruments with sound models and "How to Play" illustrations provide the student with a comprehensive and musical orientation to percussion performance.
Book 1 Auxiliary Instrument Alternatives
Auxiliary Percussion instrument alternatives are suggested in Book 1 to facilitate a comprehensive approach to percussion performance.
Book 2 Sound Models and "How to Play" Illustrations
In Book 2, 13 World Percussion instruments with sound models and "How to Play" illustrations provide the student with a global orientation to percussion performance.
Book 2 World Instrument Alternatives
World Percussion instrument alternatives are suggested in Book 2 to facilitate a world music orientation to percussion performance.
Percussion Ensembles
Percussion Ensembles (28 in Book 1 and 22 in Book 2) help to develop section skills and provide excellent opportunities for concert performance.
Book 1 Rudiments
Ten fundamental rudiments are integrated musically into Book 1 repertoire.
Book 2 Rudiments
Twelve additional rudiments are integrated musically into Book 2 repertoire.
Listening and Improvisation
Critical Listening and Improvisation skills are integral parts of the lesson format from the very beginning.
Drumset Concepts
Drumset concepts are presented early in Book 2 to motivate students and to develop the foundation for this important percussion performance medium.
