Just like the basics of basketball are dribbling, the chest pass, and free throws, the basics of performance on a keyboard percussion instrument are the grip, the stroke, and proper sound production. Without these basics, every other aspect…
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MIDNIGHT is my first publication for concert band in the Making Music Matter Series. Those who are familiar with my two band methods, Making Music Matter (Book 1), Beginning Band Method and Make Music Matter (Book 2)
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Mutes The only mutes that really mute, so that the sound is muffled almost completely, are the practice mutes discussed in Chapter 3. All other types of mutes are mainly used to create special effects, and timbres that range from…
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A Good Instrument - Clarinet Even if you take a closer look, it may be hard to see the differences between one soprano clarinet and the other. They’re all the same shape and size, they’re usually all black, and all the keys, rings and…
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METRONOMES, MARCHING BANDS, AND MEGAVOXS... OH MY! Why the MegaVox is the Perfect Portable PA System for Marching Bands Something as simple as using a metronome during rehearsal and amplifying voice instruction during practice can…
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The Tuning Process - The Ensemble This process is predicated on the concept of tuning from the bottom up. This practice allows all performers to establish their relative pitch on the fundamentals established by the bass instruments. (Note:…
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