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Drumline: 1-On-1 Rudimental/Marching Percussion Lessons
Riley Parker
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(51)
This class is dedicated to drumline members and other rudimental percussionists wanting to improve their playing. We focus on building "chops", rhythmic accuracy, and quality of sound needed for marching band/drum corps style music.
Class Experience
This class is primarily targeted at those who are currently participating in a drumline in a marching band, as this is my primary field of expertise as a percussionist. This class is also suitable for those who need some extra help practicing their parts in concert/symphonic band percussion contexts. The topics covered in this class will include but are not limited to: -General technique for marching snare drum, bass drum, and quad drums. -Clarification with reading sheet music rhythms (if...
- Since this is a 1:1 class, a goal I have for all learners - and one they should have for themselves - is that they become a better drummer today than they were yesterday. This is achieved by refining their skills in: -Rhythmic accuracy: understanding what the rhythm on the sheet music should sound like, and translating that to the drum. -Quality of sound: maintaining a relaxed grip on the stick such that the sound isn't "choked-off". -Dynamic integrity: playing passages according to the prescribed dynamics to give the music shape and emotion.
I started with percussion in my grade 6 band class, and I got started with marching band in grade 10. I continued with the activity for 4 years, including a season with the Calgary Stampede Showband, a 7-time WAMSB gold medalist. I have been instructing marching band for nearly 6 years, and it's wone of my life's biggest passions.
1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Homework
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A practice pad and drumsticks are essential. If the student is in a drumline setting, I expect them to have the appropriate sticks for that context.
Joined September, 2021
4.9
51reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hi there! My name is Riley, and I look forward to seeing you in one of my classes! I consider myself a jack-of-all-trades, as I have a wide variety of interests and hobbies. I have a Bachelor's of Arts in Film Studies, so I enjoy teaching...
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1-on-1 Lessons
$25
per sessionMeets on demand
30 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
