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Multi-Percussion In The Undergraduate Percussion Curriculum, Benjamin A. Charles
Multi-Percussion In The Undergraduate Percussion Curriculum, Benjamin A. Charles
Benjamin A Charles
As the role of the percussionist has evolved throughout the past century, a new genre of one performer playing multiple percussion instruments has evolved, most commonly known as “multi-percussion.” Undergraduate percussion programs have struggled to keep up with the increasing demand for students to perform solo multi-percussion repertoire. This study first evaluates the role of multi-percussion in the curriculum with a historical overview and a survey of current practices. It then explores the possibilities for integrating multi-percussion into the undergraduate percussion curriculum by providing a repertoire guide and a four-year course of study for undergraduate students.