MUSC 256 - Percussion Techniques

Institution:

Lincoln Memorial University

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Description:

This course will explore the fundamentals of percussion performance, and will prepare the student with the knowledge and ability to establish a rewarding percussion program in a primary or secondary school. Explorations into the performance techniques and literature for all instruments of the percussion family will be the focus of the course, including snare drum, timpani, the mallet keyboards (marimba, vibraphone, xylophone), and various percussion "accessory" instruments. Avariety of techniques for each instrument will be discussed, and the musical interpretation of excerpts, etudes, solo, and ensemble literature will be explored. Prerequisite: admission to the B.A. in Music program

Credits:

1.00 - 3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.lmunet.edu

Phone Number:

(423) 869-7089

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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