PHS Percussion Two

 

The Percussion Two class is a part of Powhatan High School Bands and is under the direction of Mr. Neil Landini.

Purpose:

As an extension of the wind ensemble, Percussion Ensemble Two will be an intensive advanced study of the percussive arts. Literature will consist of wind ensemble band parts as well as specialized concert percussion literature suitable for the skill level of the class.  Students will be able to display mastery of all 40 PAS rudiments, all major and minor scales and arpeggios, basic chord progressions, as well as the ability to count and play in most meters. Also, each student should display knowledge of techniques of a variety of percussion instruments as well as college preparatory ability on at least one of these. Percussion ensemble students are expected to master all concert music, as well as participate in classroom percussion performances required as a part of the class grade.  Students taking this class are highly encouraged to supplement their experience by participating in marching band and indoor percussion.

Materials:
This class uses a variety of handouts and exercises to continue musical and technical development.  In addition, percussion students are required to purchase the Innovative Percussion FP-3 mallet bag to provide for their mallet needs.

Upcoming events:

 

Class information and resources:

All District Materials:

Prepared Pieces: (PDF)
Snare/Mallet Music
Timpani/Mallet Music

Soundfiles: (mp3)
Snare (without click)
Snare (with click)
Mallets for Snare
Timpani
Mallets
 
Educational Links:

Innovative Percussion (Educational Resources)
Vic Firth (Educational Links)

 

 

 

Class Documents:

Syllabus
PHS Band Handbook

Exercises:

 
Exercise Sound Files:

 

 Percussion II

Marc Chewning
David Clements
Savanna Dixon
Marlon Haynes
Chris Judd
C. J. Layell
Robert Moroney
Elijah Schiarelli
Mengchen Wang

 

 

 

 

 

 


Wm. Scott Gordon, Director of Bands
scott.gordon@powhatan.k12.va.us

804.598.5715

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