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ERIC Number: EJ397133
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1989
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A Different Drum: Percussion Ensembles in General Music.
Morris, J. David; Thompson, Keith P.
Music Educators Journal, v76 n1 p30-34 Sep 1989
Encourages the use of percussion ensembles in upper elementary and secondary general music classes because of their high motivational value, the ease of achieving performance, and the minimal need for music reading skills. Offers guidelines for introducing percussion ensemble music, including an annotated discography listing selections to introduce percussion music. (LS)
Descriptors: Applied Music, Discographies, Instructional Improvement, Instructional Materials, Intermediate Grades, Learning Activities, Music Activities, Music Education, Musical Instruments, Percussion Instruments, Secondary Education
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher
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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners
Language: English
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Identifiers: Percussion Ensembles