Fundamental Method for Timpani

Fundamental Method for Timpani

Author: Mitchell Peters

Publisher: Alfred Music

Published:

Total Pages: 220

ISBN-13: 9781457439315

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Expertly written by timpanist/percussionist Mitchell Peters (Los Angeles Philharmonic), Fundamental Method for Timpani teaches the basics of timpani playing in a practical and musical way with numerous sticking, tuning and ear training exercises, plus over 60 musical etudes in a variety of styles. The book is organized into four chapters that may be used simultaneously: "General Information," "Basic Technique," "Etudes for Two Timpani" and "Etudes for Three and Four Timpani."


Primary Handbook for Timpani

Primary Handbook for Timpani

Author:

Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation

Published: 2000-03-01

Total Pages: 52

ISBN-13: 9781574630053

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(Meredith Music Percussion). All of the fundamental elements of timpani playing are presented and illustrated. Tuning studies are developed in a unique easy to understand manner. The most complete beginning method available. (a href="http://youtu.be/2joJAd2ajsw" target="_blank")Click here for a YouTube video on Primary Handbook for Timpani(/a)


Fundamental Method for Mallets, Book 2

Fundamental Method for Mallets, Book 2

Author: Mitchell Peters

Publisher: Alfred Music

Published: 2005-05-03

Total Pages: 252

ISBN-13: 9781457407574

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This comprehensive new method by Mitchell Peters (principal percussionist of the Los Angeles Philharmonic) helps percussionists at any level develop solid skills. The method contains an abundance of essential exercises and etudes for both 2- and 4-mallet technique in two convenient volumes! Covers the grip, stroke, playing position, reading and technical studies, and more!


Saul Goodman: Modern Method for Timpani

Saul Goodman: Modern Method for Timpani

Author: Saul Goodman

Publisher: Alfred Music

Published: 2000-05-04

Total Pages: 136

ISBN-13: 9781457406829

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This is an updated version of the famous Saul Goodman Modern Method for Tympani. Roland Kohloff was the Fundamentals Editor, and Gary Werdesheim was the Music Editor, under the direction of Anthony J. Cirone. Many pages were re-engraved and many photographs have been re-done. This edition will continue the legacy of Saul Goodman as teacher and mentor to generations of percussion students, teachers, and performers.


Fundamental Solos for Mallets

Fundamental Solos for Mallets

Author: Mitchell Peters

Publisher: Alfred Music

Published:

Total Pages: 28

ISBN-13: 9781457412288

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These expertly written, early- to late-intermediate solos were written as a companion to Fundamental Method for Mallets, but can act as supplementary material to any method book. Each solo is suitable for contests or juries and features a challenging variety of musical styles and contexts.


Timpani Tone and the Interpretation of Baroque and Classical Music

Timpani Tone and the Interpretation of Baroque and Classical Music

Author: Steven L. Schweizer

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Published: 2010-06-28

Total Pages: 210

ISBN-13: 0199750416

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Timpani Tone and the Interpretation of Baroque and Classical Music explores the nature, production, and evolution of timpani tone and provides insights into how to interpret the music of J. S. Bach, Handel, Haydn, and Mozart. In drawing on 31 years of experience, Steven L. Schweizer focuses on the components of timpani tone and methods for producing it. In so doing, he discusses the importance of timpani bowl type; mallets; playing style; physical gestures; choice of drums; mallet grip; legato, marcato, and staccato strokes; playing different parts of the timpano head; and psychological openness to the music in effectively shaping and coloring timpani parts. In an acclaimed chapter on interpretation, Schweizer explores how timpanists can use knowledge of the composer's style, psychology, and musical intentions; phrasing and articulation; the musical score; and a conductor's gestures to effectively and convincingly play a part with emotional dynamism and power. The greater part of the book is devoted to the interpretation of Baroque and Classical orchestral and choral music. Meticulously drawing on original sources and authoritative scores from the seventeenth through nineteenth centuries, Schweizer convincingly demonstrates that timpanists were capable of producing a broader range of timpani tone earlier than is normally supposed. The increase in timpani size, covered timpani mallets, and thinner timpani heads increased the quality of timpani tone; therefore, today's timpanist's need not be entirely concerned with playing with very articulate sticks. In exhaustive sections on Bach, Handel, Haydn, and Mozart, Schweizer takes the reader on an odyssey through the interpretation of their symphonic and choral music. Relying on Baroque and Classical performance practices, timpani notation, the composer's musical style, and definitive scores, he interprets timpani parts from major works of these composers. Schweizer pays particular attention to timpani tone, articulation, phrasing, and dynamic contouring: elements necessary to effectively communicate their part to listeners.


The Complete Timpani Method

The Complete Timpani Method

Author: Alfred Friese

Publisher: Alfred Music Publishing

Published: 1985-03

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780769234724

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This is a complete and extensive method for timpani. Each essential skill is covered: basic theory (the building blocks of all music) * technique and facts (from sticking, muffling, and rolls to instrument care) * intonation (tuning of intervals, scales, glissandos, three and four timpani exercises) and a large selection of standard symphonic timpani repertoire (from the classics of Beethoven, Brahms, Rachmaninoff, Shostakovich, R. Strauss, Tschaikowsky, Wagner, and more).


4 Mallet Democracy for Marimba

4 Mallet Democracy for Marimba

Author: Jack Van Geem

Publisher: Alfred Music

Published:

Total Pages: 56

ISBN-13: 9781457458255

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A collection of studies and etudes for developing four-mallet independence in playing the marimba. It contains single hand studies, interval studies, rotation studies, parallel motion studies, four mallet arpeggio studies, and more. A must for the intermediate student of keyboard percussion.


The Artistry of Fundamentals for Band

The Artistry of Fundamentals for Band

Author: Frank Erickson

Publisher: Alfred Music

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 40

ISBN-13: 9781457439094

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A collection of technical studies designed for use with either full band or individual practice. The method is divided into eight units, each focusing on a major key and its relative minor key and includes such studies as chorales, scale studies, arpeggio studies, interval studies, rhythm rounds, articulation studies, speed drills and etudes to help reinforce new concepts. An excellent way to prepare students for advanced grade III and most grade IV material.


The Art of Percussion Playing

The Art of Percussion Playing

Author: Anthony J. Cirone

Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 132

ISBN-13: 9781574630473

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(Meredith Music Percussion). This book combines The Art of Tambourine and Triangle Playing, The Art of Bass Drum and Cymbal Playing and The Art of Percussion Accessory Playing into one volume providing students and teachers with easy access to learning about the important instruments used in orchestra, band and various ensembles including percussion ensemble. It includes history, selection and performance techniques on bass drum, cymbals, tambourine, triangle and 17 percussion accessory instruments, designed for methods classes, school instrumental music classes and anyone interested in acquiring an in-depth understanding of percussion instruments. Especially useful for conductors, composers and arrangers since all essential techniques are covered in short etudes composed for each instrument. (a href="http://youtu.be/bfDll0hAvlk" target="_blank")Click here for a YouTube video on The Art of Percussion Playing(/a)