Learn: Aspects of Percussion

Small or large group presentations by Dan Knipple for students
or directors can be tailored to suit your individual needs.

Topics frequently covered during in-service workshops for directors:

  • Teaching specific percussion playing techniques
  • Developing & managing the percussion ensemble and percussion section within your band
  • Care & maintenance of percussion instruments / equipment
  • Setup considerations/solutions for the percussion ensemble and/or percussion section
  • Considerations for optimal instrument & mallet selection
  • Adding (or editing) percussion parts to enhance an existing composition/arrangement
  • Tricks of the trade

A sampling of services and master class topics for students may include:

  • Guest conducting of percussion sectionals
  • Specific percussion playing techniques
  • Developing valuable listening skills
  • Instrument care & maintenance
  • Effective (and convincing) execution of multi-percussion parts
  • Tricks of the trade