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Percussion Audition Information

 

 

Percussion (BM)

 

Applicants should demonstrate knowledge of the fundamental techniques of percussion and timpani. They will be examined on timpani pitch recognition and  technical skills such as rolls. They should be prepared to perform:


    One study on timpani

    One two-mallet work on marimba or xylophone

  •    One four-mallet work on marimba
  •    Two studies on snare drum—classical and rudimental 

 

Applicants will also be expected to demonstrate their ability to sight-read. Applicants must possess a good ear and be able to sing and recognize all intervals.

 

 

 

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