Western High School Instrumental Music Department
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"Students of the arts learn to think creatively and to solve problems by imagining various solutions, rejecting outdated rules and assumptions. Questions about the arts do not have only one right answer."
                                                                                                  - #3 in "Top Twelve Benefits of Music Education"

Percussion/Drumline
Period 1
8:30-9:25 AM

"Determination can be a battle or a thrill. Choose to be thrilled."
                                                                                                               — Danielle LaPorte
This performance class focuses on a comprehensive study of all percussion instruments with emphasis on the development of rudiments, melodic playing, and tuning skills. This course is limited to percussion players only. Percussion students must also be concurrently enrolled in P.E./Marching Band in the Fall and perform with Concert Band and Symphonic Band in the Spring.  Attendance at all rehearsals and performances is required. 

Pioneer Regiment/Percussion Curriculum Contract
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                              Basic Class Supplies

  • PENCIL
  • Metronome/Tuner
  • Wire Music Stand (for home practice)
  • A black three ring binder with page protectors.
 
Percussion:
  • Practice pad
  • Appropriate mallets and sticks
  • Stick Bag



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How To Practice

Percussion Technique Resources-Pro Tips
Link to Tommy Goddard Website