LESSONS IN RHYTHM
| by Phillip Ginn | Difficulty: 1.5 | Indoor Percussion | |
| Drill by Spencer Jepson available |
For the beginning drumline. An indoor show set in the classroom. Based on the four basic 16th-note-grouping permutations.
Price: $350.00
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- Availability:
- Open except in: SCBDA and CWEA in South Carolina; OIPA in Ohio; LCGPC in Louisiana
- Difficulty:
- 1.5
For basic rhythmic and rudimental application in a musical setting. Snares and Tenors will need to be able to play simple flam and diddle passages. Emphasis on listening responsibilities due to the layering of parts. - Duration:
- 4:15
- Written:
- Winter 2007/08
- Description:
A basic show for the novice drumline that still wants to compete. Taking place in a school setting, Lessons In Rhythm utilizes the four basic 16th note permutations as the basis for the music. The four-movement show involves different musical stylings, such as neo-classical (drumline style), funk, and music-box pop. Designed to help the drumline enhance their musicality while applying the different techniques, rhythms, and rudiments they have learned thus far. This show is a fun way to give the novice group experience in the indoor percussion arena.Originally commissioned by the Orestimba High School drumline of 2007/08 in Newman, CA under the direction of Jay Mason.
- Instrumentation:
- Glockenspiel (2)
- Vibraphone
- Marimba, treble clef
- Timpani
- Concert Bass & Gong
- Auxiliary Percussion
- Snares
- Tenors
- Basses (3)
- Production suggestions:
- Build inexpensive chalkboard backdrops and draw the basic rhythms on the chalkboards, each revealed at the beginning of the corresponding movement.
- Use a teacher’s desk with an apple on top set in front of the pit
- Dress the members in a “school uniform,” complete with small backpacks to be worn while performing
- Other material:
Drill by Spencer Jepson – $325.00- 3 Snares
- 2 Tenors
- 3 Basses
Originally designed to make a 2 Snare, 1 Tenor, and 3 Bass battery appear larger by taking advantage of the space on the court. The drill has been modified to fit a medium-small battery. Easy drill for novice groups.