Percussionists only need to bring their Music and Sticks to Band lessons! I have plenty of drums and percussion instruments for them to use while in school.
Percussionists should practice using the Snare Drum even if they are playing a different instrument during a particular song. It is important to keep a steady tempo, not speed up or slow down, and to count out loud while you play.
Click on the following links to access Rhythmic instructional videos.
Rhythms- Whole, Half, and Quarter Notes Video
Rhythms- Eighth and Sixteenth Notes Video
Click on the following links to practice your Rhythms.
Rhythm Clapping Exercises/Warm-up
Playing Exercises- Whole, Half, and Quarter Notes
Playing Exercises- Whole, Half, Quarter Notes and Rests
Playing Exercises- Eighth Notes
Metronome- Use this to keep a steady beat while practicing at home!
Click on the following links to access instructional videos.
How to set up the Snare Drum Stand
(We don't use a drum set but rather stand and play one Snare Drum. It should be placed slightly below the belly button before playing.)
How to "Buzz" on the Snare Drum