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LESSONS IN RHYTHM

by Phillip Ginn

Written in Winter 2007/08


Price: $360.00
Availability: Not available for NCBA or CCGC circuits in California. Open to all other circuits.

Difficulty Level: 1.5

Listen to Lessons In Rhythm *

* Audio renditions use sounds from Sibelius Sound Essentials and therefore may not fully represent the intention of the music or the intended final outcome.

A basic show for the novice drumline that still wants to compete. Taking place in a school setting, Lessons In Rhythm utilizes the four basic 16th note permutations as the basis for the music. The four-movement show involves different musical stylings, such as neo-classical (drumline style), funk, and music-box pop. Designed to help the drumline enhance their musicality while applying the different techniques, rhythms, and rudiments they have learned thus far. This show is a fun way to give the novice group experience in the indoor percussion arena.

Originally commissioned by the Orestimba High School drumline of 2007/08 in Newman, CA under the direction of Jay Mason.


Duration: 4:15

Difficulty Level 1.5 for: Basic rhythmic and rudimental application in a musical setting. Snares and Tenors will need to be able to play simple flam and diddle passages. Emphasis on listening responsibilities due to the layering of parts.


Instrumentation:

  • Glockenspiel (2)
  • Vibraphone
  • Marimba, treble clef
  • Timpani
  • Concert Bass & Gong
  • Auxiliary Percussion
  • Snares
  • Tenors
  • Basses (3)



PRODUCTION SUGGESTIONS

  • Build inexpensive chalkboard backdrops and draw the basic rhythms on the chalkboards, each revealed at the beginning of the corresponding movement.
  • Use a teacher's desk with an apple on top set in front of the pit
  • Dress the members in a "school uniform," complete with small backpacks to be worn while performing
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