Drum and Percussion Workshop
Introduces basic and intermediate percussion techniques.
Description : Students learn to play drums and other percussion instruments, focusing on rhythm, coordination, and group performance in an engaging, interactive environment.
Category : Music
Age : 10+
Difficulty Level : Normal
Curriculum :
Module 1: Introduction to Percussion Basics
Section 1: Welcome to Percussion
- Lesson 1: Getting to Know Your Drums
- Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: Getting to Know Your Drums
- Lesson 2: The Role of Percussion in Music
- Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: The Role of Percussion in Music
Section 2: Understanding Rhythm Fundamentals
- Lesson 1: Counting Beats and Timing
- Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: Counting Beats and Timing
- Lesson 2: Simple Clapping Patterns
- Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: Simple Clapping Patterns
Section 3: Basic Drum Techniques
- Lesson 1: Proper Drumstick Grip
- Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: Proper Drumstick Grip
- Lesson 2: Basic Striking Techniques
- Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: Basic Striking Techniques
Section 4: Exploring Percussion Instruments
- Lesson 1: Introduction to the Drum Set
- Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: Introduction to the Drum Set
- Lesson 2: Discovering Auxiliary Percussion
- Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: Discovering Auxiliary Percussion
Section 5: Keeping the Beat
- Lesson 1: Maintaining a Steady Tempo
- Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: Maintaining a Steady Tempo
- Lesson 2: Practicing with a Metronome
- Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: Practicing with a Metronome
Module 2: Developing Coordination and Timing
Section 1: Enhancing Hand Coordination
- Lesson 1: Alternating Strokes Techniques
- Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: Alternating Strokes Techniques
- Lesson 2: Building Hand Speed
- Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: Building Hand Speed
Section 2: Foot Coordination
- Lesson 1: Basic Bass Drum Pedal Technique
- Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: Basic Bass Drum Pedal Technique
- Lesson 2: Coordinating Foot and Hand Rhythms
- Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: Coordinating Foot and Hand Rhythms
Section 3: Integrated Coordination
- Lesson 1: Combining Hands and Feet
- Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: Combining Hands and Feet
- Lesson 2: Simple Drum Fills
- Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: Simple Drum Fills
Section 4: Exploring Rhythmic Patterns
- Lesson 1: Playing Basic Patterns
- Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: Playing Basic Patterns
- Lesson 2: Understanding Repeating Rhythms
- Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: Understanding Repeating Rhythms
Section 5: Developing Timing Skills
- Lesson 1: Spotting Off-Beats
- Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: Spotting Off-Beats
- Lesson 2: Using Counting to Improve Timing
- Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: Using Counting to Improve Timing
Module 3: Building Musical Expression
Section 1: Exploring Dynamics in Drumming
- Lesson 1: Using Soft and Loud Beats
- Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: Using Soft and Loud Beats
- Lesson 2: Expressing Emotion Through Dynamics
- Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: Expressing Emotion Through Dynamics
Section 2: Understanding Tempo and Timing
- Lesson 1: Exploring Different Tempos
- Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: Exploring Different Tempos
- Lesson 2: Matching Tempo with Group Play
- Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: Matching Tempo with Group Play
Section 3: Introduction to Drum Fills
- Lesson 1: Creating Simple Drum Fills
- Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: Creating Simple Drum Fills
- Lesson 2: Integrating Fills into Basic Rhythms
- Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: Integrating Fills into Basic Rhythms
Section 4: Basics of Syncopation
- Lesson 1: Recognizing Syncopated Rhythms
- Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: Recognizing Syncopated Rhythms
- Lesson 2: Practicing Syncopation in Drumming
- Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: Practicing Syncopation in Drumming
Section 5: Expressive Drumming Techniques
- Lesson 1: Emphasizing Beats for Musical Expression
- Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: Emphasizing Beats for Musical Expression
- Lesson 2: Playing with Feel and Emotion
- Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: Playing with Feel and Emotion
Module 4: Group Performance and Ensemble Skills
Section 1: Playing in a Group
- Lesson 1: Listening to Other Musicians
- Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: Listening to Other Musicians
- Lesson 2: Matching Rhythms in an Ensemble
- Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: Matching Rhythms in an Ensemble
Section 2: Following a Conductor
- Lesson 1: Understanding Musical Cues
- Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: Understanding Musical Cues
- Lesson 2: Performing with a Conductor’s Guidance
- Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: Performing with a Conductor’s Guidance
Section 3: Building Ensemble Dynamics
- Lesson 1: Balancing Sounds in a Band
- Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: Balancing Sounds in a Band
- Lesson 2: Communicating Through Percussion
- Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: Communicating Through Percussion
Section 4: Rehearsal Techniques
- Lesson 1: Structured Practice Sessions
- Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: Structured Practice Sessions
- Lesson 2: Working on Group Coordination
- Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: Working on Group Coordination
Section 5: Preparing for Performance
- Lesson 1: Developing Stage Presence
- Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: Developing Stage Presence
- Lesson 2: Pre-Performance Warm-Up Routines
- Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: Pre-Performance Warm-Up Routines
Module 5: Playing with Creativity and Fun
Section 1: Introduction to Improvisation
- Lesson 1: Basics of Drum Solos
- Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: Basics of Drum Solos
- Lesson 2: Simple Improvisation Techniques
- Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: Simple Improvisation Techniques
Section 2: Exploring Percussion Sound Effects
- Lesson 1: Creating Unique Percussion Sounds
- Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: Creating Unique Percussion Sounds
- Lesson 2: Using Accessories for Special Effects
- Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: Using Accessories for Special Effects
Section 3: Fun Rhythmic Games
- Lesson 1: Call and Response Exercises
- Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: Call and Response Exercises
- Lesson 2: Group Rhythm Challenges
- Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: Group Rhythm Challenges
Section 4: Composition for Beginners
- Lesson 1: Writing a Simple Drum Beat
- Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: Writing a Simple Drum Beat
- Lesson 2: Sharing Your Beat with Others
- Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: Sharing Your Beat with Others
Section 5: Bringing It All Together
- Lesson 1: Recap of Percussion Fundamentals
- Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: Recap of Percussion Fundamentals
- Lesson 2: Planning a Group Performance
- Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: Planning a Group Performance