Mallets, Sticks, and Shakers II West

Mallets, Sticks, and Shakers II WestThe second edition of this popular series is devoted to Developing Percussion Ensembles for the Elementary and Middle School Student, and continues with a set of more intermediate pieces. Arranged by John and Melinda Russell, this percussion method was written to be used by elementary and middle school general music classes, beginning group percussion classes, and as a supplement for young percussion ensembles. The materials provided in this book are

and triplets with a bolero feel

and cymbal

Listen to Bring a Torch

like the “Mini Crash Cymbals” and the “Jingle Stick” are traditional classroom instruments

including performance demands appropriate to that age group

This is the last of a group of challenging compositions written for nine players

and educators worthy of study

This is an excellent and fun piece for young percussion ensembles

this up-tempo (mm=160) solo utilizes contemporary tenor drum playing techniques to make a recital piece for the advanced high school or college level student

"Little red Caboose"

namely 1/8th rests

"Water travels In a Circle"