Building Better Percussionists: A Curriculum To Advance Your Percussion Section Musically And Technically Year By Year: Part Two
Building Better Percussionists: A Curriculum To Advance Your Percussion Section Musically And Technically Year By Year: Part Two
by Scott Farkas
Educators' Companion
Volume 6
No.
Spring
2019
This article provides a structured curriculum for developing percussionists year by year. It emphasizes building strong technical foundations, introducing new rhythms and techniques gradually, and incorporating scales, arpeggios, rolls, and repertoire into the students’ learning. The curriculum encourages a systematic approach to teaching percussion, focusing on one or two techniques at a time and gradually expanding students’ skills. It also highlights the importance of connecting mallet work with snare drum techniques, practicing scales and arpeggios in two octaves, and incorporating reading exercises and repertoire selection. By following this curriculum, educators can help their percussion students progress efficiently and master essential skills for musical performance.