Perfect Part Assignments – Achieving The Impossible
Perfect Part Assignments – Achieving The Impossible
by Dr. Joshua J. Knight
Educators' Companion
Volume 8
No.
Fall
2020
This article provides guidance on achieving perfect part assignments for percussionists in school bands and orchestras. It emphasizes the importance of knowing students’ abilities and confidence levels on different instruments, setting performance objectives based on context, considering strengths and weaknesses, and avoiding embarrassing moments for students. Proper part assignments can enhance percussionists’ technical and musical abilities, improve ensemble quality, and prepare students for various performance requirements.