MVP 1111 - Percussion Skills- Hand- Drumming

Institution:

Santa Fe College

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Description:

P MVP1111 is designed for students who have limited or no exposure to hand-drumming techniques. Students with some experience should also find the course challenging. Basic hand techniques will be taught, and once learned these hand positions will be applied to the hand drum in the form of African and Afro-Caribbean rhythms. Some rhythm notation will be taught, but the primary focus will be on practical application. The history and origin of many of the rhythms will be explored. Students do not have to own their own drums. Primary focus will be on African style drums, however, some Conga technique along with bell, clave, and stick/hand combinations, will be taught. Ensemble pieces will be assembled and a presentation of these will be performe Full Description

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.sfcollege.edu

Phone Number:

(352) 395-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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