MUS 471 - Percussion Pedagogy

Prerequisites, minimum of two years of percussion study, consent of instructor. The three primary objectives for this course are to explore the history, pedagogy, and repertoire of classical and contemporary percussion playing. Considering the many kinds of percussion instruments, as well as the career goals of the enrolled student, one or more secondary emphases will be given to the student on specific solo/ensemble repertoire, the researching and purchasing of professional quality instruments and gear, the research and evaluation of university graduate studies in percussion, opportunities in foreign and domestic research and performance seminars, festivals, scholarships, and grants, and career options in percussion performance. (Offered fall semester, alternate years.) 2 credits