The Book of Percussion Audition Music for the 21st Century is designed for multiple purposes. The book is ideal for evaluating local, regional, and all-state percussion auditions. High-caliber musical examples also serve as material for tracking student progress. Use this book in tandem with recommended supplementary material to develop percussionists' skills for today's challenging musical world. Since demonstrating above-average performance skills on all basic percussion instruments is important for young players, the authors developed an ideal audition scenario illustrated in the Evaluation Form. The audition scenario requires skills on basic percussion instruments while allowing for specialization. Use this unique book to enhance the type of musical intelligence expected from today's percussionist.

The Accompaniment CD is intended as a musical aid for learning the solos. The accompaniments are designed to enhance players' musical development by placing the solos in a broader musical context.

Method Book Technique of Playing Bass Drum, Cymbals and Accessories

The Ultimate Guide to Cymbals
By Nick Petrella.

Everything you always wanted to know about the history, manufacture, maintenance and use of all varieties and types of cymbals are contained in this extraordinary book with DVD. The special concerns of concert music players, marching band players and drum-set players are all addressed and the accompanying DVD demonstrates playing techniques as well as such related issues as the cymbal-making process and the use of cymbals in all kinds of ensemble performances. Also included on the DVD are interviews with celebrated percussionists, who answer questions on topics including performing, teaching, the music business and rehearsal techniques. This book and its companion DVD will be a basic resource for all serious percussionists, no matter what the genres of music they are involved with.