Percussion

PERCUSSION CLASS

Percussion Ensemble

Grades 7 and 8

Prerequisite: Successful Audition

Percussion Class serves the needs of students who need training on the standard instruments of the percussion section (snare drum, timpani, bells, etc.). The class will also have performance opportunities with the Beginning Band and Concert Band I.

These ensembles are designed to meet specific needs and/or interests for percussion instruments. Content includes study of the appropriate ensemble literature, rehearsal and performance techniques from the various areas of musical composition. Rehearsals and performances outside of normal school hours will be required as a part of this course. Instrumentation of the group is at the discretion of the instructor. Students in this course are instructed in percussion techniques which will develop their understanding of the snare drum, timpani, and the keyboard. Percussion ensemble literature will be explored. Several members of the percussion class will also have performing opportunities with the Beginning Band and the Concert Band I. All students are charged an instrument usage fee. This is NOT a drum set class.

This course requires a student materials fee as listed in FCPS Notice 5922.

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Revised 26 May 2007

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