| The Maelström Percussion Ensemble's Day of Percussion for Schools and Communities consists of a full day of in-school programming. Activities may include assembly programs for any grade level, hands-on workshops for percussion students, rehearsal and coaching sessions, and special sessions with band and music students. Program content is determined largely in consultation with school music faculty to address specific needs, interests, and goals. Schools also have the option of hosting a full-length evening concert for the community that may include collaborations with the school's concert band, jazz band, and other ensembles. Maelström's Day of Percussion is designed to provide maximum interaction with students and to present the diverse and exciting world of percussion to students and their communities. | |
| Workshops
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| Techniques for the Concert Band Percussionist |
| This workshop addresses techniques for
snare drum, bass drum, cymbals, timpani, and percussion accessories such
as triangle and tambourine. Students will work on basic techniques, reading,
instrument tuning, stick/mallet choices, and instrument maintenance. |
| World Music Drum Circle |
| For Percussionists or Music Students:
Using a variety of bells, shakers, and drums, students will perform music from Ghana, Cuba, and Brazil. Through an examination of the rhythms and instruments, students will learn of the migration and evolution of music from around the world. |
| Keyboard Percussion |
| From beginning to advanced, students will
receive hands-on instruction in developing technique, reading, and improvisational
skills. Students will use a digital mallet instrument and will explore some
of the repertoire and musical styles available to mallet percussionists. |
| Drum Set |
| From basic technique, coordination, and
independence to stylistic development, students will learn the critical elements
of becoming a good drum set player. Students will also learn how to apply
rudiments and Latin-American rhythms to the drum set. |
| Improvisation for All Instruments |
| Students will create an improvisatory piece
based on the clave rhythm and pentatonic scales. Through accompaniment and
soloing techniques, students will learn the elements of improvisation. |
| Assembly Performances
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| Middle School and High School Assemblies |
| Maelström offers students a sampling
of the diverse world of percussion. The compelling rhythms of rock, jazz,
and world music are complemented with the sophisticated sounds of contemporary
music for percussion. Highly entertaining and education, this is a program
that will inspire and delight music students, faculty members, and the entire
student body. |
| Elementary School Assemblies |
| The World of Percussion, a whirlpool
of sounds and color Maelström takes students on a fast-paced tour of music and instruments from Asia, Africa, and Latin-America. The ensemble also presents the contemporary sounds of jazz and rock using acoustic and electronic percussion instruments. Students will be invited to create an original musical score using everyday objects. Education, entertaining, and a lot of fun! |
| Rehearsals and Coaching
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| Real Time Performance Tips for Percussionists |
| Maelström will work with the school's
percussion ensemble, newly created or well established, on pieces chosen by
the school or recommended by Maelström. This is an extraordinary opportunity
for students to learn new techniques and gain valuable insight into ensemble
playing and interpretation. Maelström will also coach the concert band
percussionists in rehearsal to develop the technical and musical abilities
in the section. |
| Rehearsal for the Evening Performance |
| If a collaboration on an evening concert
has been arranged, Maelström will rehearse with the concert and/or jazz
bands involved. Students will benefit from experiencing the rehearsal and
creative processes with an established, professional ensemble. |
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