The percussion family is thought to include the oldest musical instruments – anything that creates sound by being struck or scraped by a beater – and are characterized by providing rhythm.
The percussion family is thought to include the oldest musical instruments – anything that creates sound by being struck or scraped by a beater – and are characterised by providing rhythm.
Tuned percussion (glockenspiel, xylophone), Untuned percussion (triangle, cymbals, drums) and sometimes even Body percussion provide a wide variety of sounds, rhythms and accents to musical performance.
By fostering a diversity of music programmes, we are able to encourage students to consider pathways that reflect their individuality and will provide them with a range of musical opportunities that could lead to a lifelong involvement in music.
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Interactive drum lessons, proudly located in Wellington. Learn from our expert tutors with personalized lessons to suit your skill level.
At the Napier Music Academy, we believe that every person deserves the opportunity to learn to sing or play a musical instrument.
Not only do students get expert tutoring on a weekly basis we also provide opportunities for our students to collaborate with each other to create a live performance. The show is then performed at a public venue. Groups include choir, guitar ensemble, percussion group and bands.
A course designed to introduce students to the world of group Brazillian drumming, traditional techniques and patterns.
Students are taught drum notation and should have basic music reading ability. 1 drum kit is provided in class only. We recommend students purchase a practice pad to allow them to practice at home, these are available from your local music store.
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