It starts from the absolute beginning and progresses in a sensible, understandable way, taking you firstly through the core rhythms in the snare drum section, and then through the drum kit, timpani and tuned percussion sections. ‘Module 1’ prepares you for taking grade 1 in either snare drum, drum kit, or tuned percussion and ‘Module 2’ introduces all the skills you’ll need for grade 2.
Play drum kit, timpani & percussion is also designed to satisfy the needs of the modern percussion tutor. There are suggested warm up exercises and ensemble pieces included in each module. It follows the principles and values of ‘A Common Approach’ percussion curriculum and also gives a scheme of work that prepares students for graded music examinations.
There are separate sections for each instrument and every page is designed to be a structured lesson, suitable for either the individual player or a group.