Publisher: Meredith Music

Primary Handbook for Timpani is designed for beginners of any age. This method provides a complete introduction to timpani playing for private lessons or classroom use. The audio online also makes this the ideal self-instruction method, featuring recordings for every exercise. The book uses a systematic approach designed for the very beginning student.

It covers:

• tuning studies
• solo studies suitable for contest, recital and audition
• comprehensive information on timpani fundamentals
• technical studies to develop rolls, staccato, muffling and cross-sticking