Staff Article

Percussion Practice Guidelines Between Camps

by John Randall, Gold Percussion Caption Head

1. Maintain Technique:
   • Natural Curve of the Hands
   • Relaxed Fingers, Hands, Forearms and Elbows
   • Bead together in the center (or zones for tenors)
   • Use the Rebound
2. Practice with a Metronome to ensure rhythmic accuracy
3. Play at the correct heights/dynamics
4. Move your feet (if sitting or standing, mark time)
5. Set aside time during the week for "practice time" and stick to it (create a model week)- the more your practice, the better you will be
6. Envision Yourself Playing Perfect in Performances as you practice (and your time off)