by Peter Evans (Undifferentiated)
First published 2019
Peter Evans opens his instructional guide by focusing on the three core instruments that form the backbone of orchestral percussion: snare drum, timpani, and tuned percussion. Evans structures his teaching method around progressive skill development, allowing students to master one instrument or tackle all three simultaneously. The book centers on practical application through performance pieces designed for both classroom instruction and solo practice sessions. Evans includes downloadable demonstration tracks and backing music to support the learning process. Throughout the material, he integrates rhythm exercises across multiple time signatures and tempos to build solid timing fundamentals. The author supplements technical instruction with informational sidebars that reinforce key concepts. Selected compositions align with Trinity percussion examination requirements for beginning and Grade 1 levels. Evans creates a comprehensive foundation that transforms novice students into confident percussionists through systematic practice and engaging musical material.
Genres: art, education, non-fiction, music, how-to, academic
Vibes: comprehensive, educational, informative
Tropes: progressive-learning, systematic-practice
40 pages · Paperback · Trinity College London