SYLLABUS CENTERClick here to view the recommended marimba solo literature for undergraduates Syllabus for Undergraduate Applied Percussion Lessons (MUSA 127, 128, 227, 228, 327, 328, 427 & 428) Dr. Dean Gronemeier & Dr. Timothy Jones Percussion Office: HFA 207 Phone: (702) 895-1006 Email: dean.gronemeier@unlv.edu or timothy.jones@unlv.edu Snare drum Timpani Marimba, Xylophone, Vibes, Bells, Chimes Multiple percussion and World percussion Accessory percussion instruments and drum-set Plan of Study An individual plan of study will be developed for each student, in order to meet the proficiency requirements of the above categories. The general objective is to acquaint each student with representative solo and study materials that will aid development toward mastery of the percussion instruments studied, and provide a thorough knowledge of its literature. Specific objectives are as follows: To gain a personal proficiency in performance and to develop musical expression. To gain a fundamental understanding of the mechanics and techniques required to play various percussion instruments. To development the ability to read and interpret music accurately. To development the ability to solve technical problems associated with musical performance. General Requirements Students are expected to follow performance assignments to the letter. They are also expected to accept these assignments with the attitude with which they are given, which is to help the students grow musically. Each student is required to perform on two or more performance recitals each semester. Each student is expected to sight-read material according to his or her level of study. In order to reinforce the concepts and techniques acquired through applied study, each percussion student is encouraged to enroll in percussion ensemble, marimba band and participate in other percussion activities during each semester of applied study. Each student is required to know the history and nomenclature of his or her instrument, and should be able to engage in a scholarly discussion utilizing this knowledge. Required Core Method Books/Materials (Others required as assigned) P.A.S Membership: All UNLV Percussion majors must be current members of the Nevada Chapter of the Percussive Arts Society (P.A.S). General Text: Teaching Percussion, 3rd edition (2005), Gary Cook Snare Drum: Portraits in Rhythm, Anthony Cirone Keyboard Percussion: Modern School for Xylophone, Marimba, Vibraphone, Morris Goldenberg; Four-Mallet Marimba Playing, Nancy Zeltsman; Masterworks for Mallets, Beth Gotlieb. Timpani: Exercises, Solos and Etudes for the Timpani, Raynor Carroll Multiple Percussion: The Multiple Percussion Book, Nick Petrella Orchestral Excerpts: Orchester Probespiel, Pauke/Schlagzeug and accompanying CDs, Hermann Gschwendtner and Hans Jochen Ulrich Drum-Set: Various materials The UNLV Percussion Area provides most of the equipment necessary to participate in percussion activities. However, students must provide their own sticks, mallets, and other accessories. An initial equipment list is provided below: 2 pair general purpose concert snare drum sticks (such as Vic Firth SD1 General and Vic Firth SD2 Bolero) 6 pair Mike Balter shadow series marimba mallets (1 pair of red, 2 pair of blue, 2 pair of green, 1 pair of yellow) 1 pair staccato timpani mallets 1 pair ultra staccato timpani mallets 2 pair medium cord vibraphone mallets 1 pair hard nylon xylophone/bell mallets 1 pair of drum set sticks (wood tip) 1 pair swizzle sticks (such as Vic Firth SD6) 1 pair brushes 1 drum key 1 stick bag A VHS Video tape is required for repertory class each semester By level IV jury, students must also own: 1 Tambourine 1 Triangle Set of Triangle beaters The purchase of these sticks, mallets, and accessories represents a major investment on the part of each student. However, this equipment represents a primary tool of any professional percussionist, necessary to successful performance. Furthermore, this equipment will provide years of use if properly cared for. The above list represents the initial inventory of mallets and accessories required. Over time, students will complement their collection with more specialized mallets, sticks and equipment. * Regular attendance at rep class is also a contributing factor in your applied lesson grade The UNLV Disability Resource Center (DRC) houses the resources for students with disabilities. If you have a documented disability that may require accommodations, you will need to contact the DRC for coordination of services. The DRC is located in the Student Services Complex (SSC), room 137. Their numbers are: (702) 895-0866/Voice; or (702) 895-0652/TDD; and (702) 895-0651/Fax. For additional information please visit http://www.unlv.edu/studentlife/drc |
