For current band directors, the “BAND DIRECTOR’S PERCUSSION SURVIVAL GUIDE” was the first implementation of this project. It quickly developed into a resource to find quick answers to common questions after these students went in the field. This project was originally developed for use in the college percussion methods class – to serve as instruction for non-percussionists who will be charged with teaching percussion in the schools. In addition, rehearsal techniques & exercises will help you to develop a great fundamental percussion program.
#Wood blocks series#
The series covers instrument characteristics, maintenance routines, tuning, mallet selection and general playing techniques on the instruments.
The curriculum for this series was compiled by members of Vic Firth’s Collegiate Educator Program which includes some of the most influential university instructors in the country. The PERCUSSION 101 project is a series of video lessons that provide students and instructors alike with a comprehensive introduction to the fundamental techniques for the most common percussion instruments. Vic Firth’s PERCUSSION 101 and online tests are a great resource to implement in YOUR curriculum!