The Timpani Challenge - 30 Performance studies

Pustjens Percussion Publications
Difficulty: Medium Difficulty
Product Code: 281470B

"In this book, I have tried to present studies that are offering elements of what the professional timpanist meets in his work. I have striven to give a strong musical character to the studies, and even to the exercises, so the student canto make sure the studying is enjoyable. Generally the book follows the same principle as Symphonic Studies, but offers a more demanding rhythmical and virtuoso approach.

The metronome numbers are omitted, because the Italian terms should give enough information about the most logical and natural tempo and interpretation for the piece. With interpretation I mean, which modes of expression are part of the music [active, full sound, staccato, leggiero, marcato, dark, etc], as well as what kind of sticks to choose, drum sizes, set-up, intonation, etc." - Nick Woud