The Marching Percussion Playbook - How to Unlock Success in Percussion Performance - With David England and Shelby Shelton

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* 2. What was mentioned early on regarding the importance of a strong drum line? Please check all that apply. (20 pts)

A strong drum line, in many cases, can cover up for a weak woodwind-brass section.

You cannot win competitions without a high percussion score.

The drum line is the "time keeper" for the band.

The drum line adds "color to the picture," enhancing the sound and style of the music the band is playing.

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* 3. Which of the following was suggested as an importance of a strong front ensemble? Please check all that apply. (20 pts)

The proximity of the front ensemble, the closest section to the audience, lends itself to real connection possibilities with the audience.

The benefits of a quality front ensemble greatly outweigh the benefits of a quality drum line.

With Shelby's comment "with great power comes great responsibility," she meant that the quality of the front ensemble performance can either build up or tear down the overall performance of the band.

The front ensemble provides a nice "haven" for students not talented enough to be selected for the drum line.

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* 4. When choosing personnel for the front ensemble, what recommendations were made? Please check all that apply. (20 pts)

Consider students with a good understanding of rhythm.

Make sure you place your most capable students on marimba.

When trying to place a student with limited skills and understanding of rhythm, it's best to place them on small percussion instruments like triangle, cowbell, and tambourine.

Choose students who are good at "making changes on the fly."

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* 5. What considerations did David suggest regarding "building a foundation?" Please check all that apply. (20 pts)

When choosing between match grip or traditional grip for your students, you should always choose traditional grip because "it looks so cool in a drum line."

Never begin your technique program at the high school level.

David recommended that you first implement a technique program which allows you to build a vocabulary. Once the students have a vocabulary, you can write to or choose music that includes that vocabulary.

It is now well-established in the percussion world that the necessity for teaching snare drum rudiments is a "thing of the past."

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* 6. Which of the following is NOT one of "Shelby's Timing Tips?" Please check all that apply. (20 pts)

Have students play exercises to their favorite song instead of a metronome.

Use "metronome games" when playing exercises.

In the early stages of learning repertoire, always choose tempos just a bit faster than they are capable.

Ask students for feedback instead of always providing the feedback yourself.

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