A Dictionary for the Modern Percussionist and Drummer

Description

A Dictionary for the Modern Percussionist and Drummer is an essential resource for student, professional and amateur musicians who wish to delve into the vast world of percussion and drumming terminology. Classical music, popular drum set styles, world drumming ensembles, and historical genres are included, all illustrated with over 300 pictures.;Introduction -- Organization of the Dictionary, Language, and Abbreviations -- Pitch Chart; The Dictionary -- Appendix A. Philosophies and Approaches to Teaching Percussion -- Appendix B.A Practical Guide to University and College Percussion Auditions -- Appendix C A Guide to Professional Orchestral Percussion Auditions -- Appendix D. Standard Audition Repertoire for Orchestral Percussion -- Appendix E. Standard Audition Repertoire for Timpani -- Appendix F. Percussion Equipment Standards by the NCPP -- Appendix G. Marimba Standards and Literature by the NCPP -- Appendix H.J.C. Deagan Company Keyboard Percussion Instruments -- Appendix I. Leedy Manufacturing Company Keyboard Percussion Instruments -- Appendix J. Marking Percussion Parts -- Appendix K. List of Drum Set Styles -- Appendix L. Notation for Drum Set -- Appendix M. Percussion Instruments Setup and Part Assignment Diagrams -- Appendix N. PAS 40 International Drum Rudiments -- Appendix O. Standard Ranges for Tuned Percussion Instruments.