PFENS S571-2 — Percussion Ensemble

2 credits per semester
Fall and Spriing
Daniel Druckman

Percussion Ensemble meets twice weekly. Concerts focus on the rich heritage of traditional percussion ensemble literature and newly commissioned works. Other areas explored include orchestral section playing, excerpts/audition preparation, solo performance, and chamber music. Master classes with Juilliard faculty and outside guests are regularly scheduled throughout the semester. Recent guests have included Tim Genis, Dafnis Prieto, Alan Abel, So Percussion, Leigh Howard Stevens, Bob Becker, and Zakir Hussein. Required of all Percussion majors in each semester of residence.