3-Minute Percussion by Mark Shelton is an engaging and practical collection designed to help percussionists develop essential skills in just a few minutes a day. Featuring concise, focused exercises and musical studies, this resource provides an efficient way for students to strengthen technique, improve reading, and build confidence on a variety of percussion instruments. Whether used as a warm-up, supplemental practice material, or classroom resource, 3-Minute Percussion makes skill development accessible and enjoyable for players at every level. Written by acclaimed percussion educator and composer Mark Shelton, 3-Minute Percussion combines musicality with purposeful instruction, helping students make meaningful progress without overwhelming practice sessions. Its flexible format is ideal for individual practice, private lessons, and ensemble settings, making it a valuable...
The University of Missouri Kansas City Conservatory welcomes Dr. Bill Shaltis as Assistant Professor of Percussion. He joins from the University of Memphis, where he served as Associate Professor and Area Coordinator. An active musician and educator, he co-founded the Two Rivers Timpani Summit, has published in Percussive Notes, and shares pedagogy resources online. His work emphasizes collaboration, diverse representation, and international performance, including grant-supported percussion initiatives.
by Dr. Paul Buyer Have you ever been told by a director, instructor, or section leader that you “need to practice?” This vague statement can often leave students confused, deflated, and discouraged. Instead, what students really need is direction, help, and mentorship on how to practice, so they are equipped to work on their own in a productive and efficient manner. Here are fifteen tips on how to structure an excellent individual practice session: Reserve the room. Arrange for a dedicated and quiet practice space to get your work done. Create a game plan. Know in advance what you need to work on and write down your goals. Turn off your devices. Discipline yourself to avoid checking texts, email, and social media. Manage your time. Organize,...
Neil Grover, the Founder of Grover Pro Percussion, is being inducted into the Percussive Arts Society Hall of Fame in November 2024. His significant contributions to the percussion field as a musician, educator, and innovator are highlighted in this new interview with the Percussive Arts Society’s Lauren Vogel-Weiss.
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The Australian Percussion Academy's, core mission is to provide the highest quality of percussive arts f education. They are producing young percussionists with strong fundamental skills capable of performing at the highest skill level. Under the direction of acclaimed percussion virtuoso, Sergei Golovko, the students are very fortunate to be studying at one of the world's premier percussion academies.
Here is an example of the very high standard that the students of the APA aspire to adn reach. In this video A'La Maniere #2 by Jacques Delécluse is beautifully performed by Jasmine Lai.
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