A Fresh Approach for the Beginning Percussion Class, Book 1

A Fresh Approach for the Beginning Percussion Class offers a combined percussion method that allows classroom teachers to teach snare drum and mallets simultaneously, while introducing a step-by-step introduction of accessory instruments along the way. This method utilizes a much more percussion ensemble approach that many band programs will prefer.

Book 1 includes 10 lessons, perfect for the first semester of the beginning percussion class. It combines warmup exercises, reading lines, and musical studies so teachers can split time between snare and mallet.

Book 2

includes 10 more lessons perfect for the beginning percussion student to continue his or her studies for the second semester – and for years to come! In addition, intermediate level ensemble pieces and supplemental materials are included that create an additional resource for 2nd and 3rd year percussion programs who may have used other methods for their beginners.

Check out the entire “Fresh Approach” series from Mark Wessels Publishing:

• A Fresh Approach to the Snare Drum (Item 820513)

• A Fresh Approach to Mallet Percussion (Item 820511)

• A Fresh Approach to the Drumset (Item 838568)

• A Fresh Approach to Technique and Musicianship with Four Mallets (Item 869128)

• A Fresh Approach for the Beginning Percussion Class, Book 1 (Item 878499)

• A Fresh Approach for the Beginning Percussion Class, Book 2 (Item 878500)