Standard of Excellence - Timpani/Auxiliary Percussion - Book 1

Prepare for the upcoming school year with the definitive instruction manual for expanding a student's rhythm skills. Standard of Excellence Book 1 for Timpani and Auxiliary Percussion is the perfect back to school method book designed to introduce developing musicians to the wider world of concert band percussion. This essential fifty-six page book provides clear, step-by-step guidance on fundamental techniques for the timpani, as well as crucial concert accessories like the triangle, tambourine, and cymbals. Band directors frequently recommend this book as a vital companion text to ensure middle school and high school students become well-rounded, versatile percussionists.

This back to school music book seamlessly weaves fundamental instrument maintenance, ear training, and tuning exercises with engaging ensemble music. Across its thirty-two pages, students will find structured lessons that teach proper striking angles, dampening methods, and instrument care, preparing them for success in the school band classroom. It also features performance benchmarks that help track individual progress throughout the semester. Add this foundational percussion method book to your back to school shopping list to give your student the tools they need to master the complete percussion section.

Product Details 

• ISBN: 9780849707674
• UPC: 9780849707674
• Width: 9"
• Length: 12"
• Page Count: 56 Pages