Percussion Perspective
Season 1
#29 One Year Later
#28 Let's Talk Suspended Cymbal!
by Remi Thornton, Kevin Mozarko
In episode 29, Remi and Kevin reflect on the last year of doing this podcast together. We chat about the struggles of starting a podcast, the success we've had, and a few things we have learned along the way. This isn't our typical "chat about a percussion topic" episode, but we hope you can still enjoy our conversation about celebrating a full year of podcasting! Thank you so much for listening to us ramble on for a full year! Here's to many more! Palen Music Website: https://www.palenmusic.com/ Email us at percussionperspectivepod@gmail.com Instagram: @percussion.perspective YouTube: youtube.com/@PercussionPerspectivePod Facebook: Percussion Perspective Website: rss.com/podcasts/percussionperspective/
In episode 28, Remi and Kevin talk about......suspended cymbal! This "simple" instrument has a lot of ins and outs that make it really interesting. You shouldn't just relegate your not as talented players to these parts. Hope you enjoy the conversation! Email us at percussionperspectivepod@gmail.com Instagram: @percussion.perspective YouTube: youtube.com/@PercussionPerspectivePod Facebook: Percussion Perspective Website: rss.com/podcasts/percussionperspective/
In episode 27, Remi and Kevin interview Oklahoma native Adam Bruce. Adam has an extensive knowledge of percussion and teaching. We chat about incorporating accessories into your beginning percussion curriculum, preparing your 8th graders for the leap into high school, Adam’s approach to front ensemble arranging, and much more! We hope you enjoy this episode and can gain some educational info along the way. Adam's Website - https://www.abrucemusic.com/ Email us at percussionperspectivepod@gmail.com Instagram: @percussion.perspective Facebook: Percussion Perspective Website: rss.com/podcasts/percussionperspective/
In episode 26, Remi and Kevin talk about programming percussion ensembles for your MS and HS studnents. From how to choose the right ensemble, to listing some of our favorite works, they give you some guidance and suggestions for your programs. This is definitely not an exhaustive list, and there are many ensembles that are great to play. We just simply cannot name all of them in one episode. Email us at percussionperspectivepod@gmail.com Instagram: @percussion.perspective Facebook: Percussion Perspective Website: rss.com/podcasts/percussionperspective/
In episode 25, Remi and Kevin discuss the ins and outs of getting your percussionist section organized and ready for state band contest. These tips can apply to all grade levels and can help you in getting your percussionists fully prepared. We chat about part assignments, sight-reading, organizing the set ups, and more. Enjoy! *This episode was recorded in March of 2024. We decided to wait to publish it until the timing was better so that these tips could actually be implemented right after listening.* Do you have a topic recommendation for us? Please let us know by emailing us! Whether it is a quick question, or a topic that could take an entire episode, we want to hear from you! Email us at percussionperspectivepod@gmail.com Instagram: @percussion.perspective Facebook: Percussion Perspective Website:rss.com/podcasts/percussionperspective/
In episode 24, Kevin interviews Remi this time! Remi talks about his favorite rudiments, his percussion related career goals, and some of his influential teachers he has had. Kevin adds in his 5 fun/random questions at the end. Enjoy the interview! Email us at percussionperspectivepod@gmail.com Instagram: @percussion.perspective Facebook: Percussion Perspective Website:rss.com/podcasts/percussionperspective/
In episode 23, Remi interviews Kevin about his history of being a percussionist/drummer to get to know a little bit more about him. Some topics include earliest memory of playing, considering a different career path, and most/least favorite percussion concepts to teach. Remi adds in his own 5 fun/random questions at the end! We hope you enjoy the conversation! Can you guess what the next episode will be?!? Email us at percussionperspectivepod@gmail.com Instagram: @percussion.perspective Facebook: Percussion Perspective Website:rss.com/podcasts/percussionperspective/
In episode 22, Remi and Kevin continue their discussion from the last episode on choosing high school percussion solos. They did deeper into some 4-mallet literature and also chat about a few timpani options as well that would be great choices for your students. Enjoy the conversation! Link to Adam Bruce's website mentioned in this episode: https://www.abrucemusic.com/ Email us at percussionperspectivepod@gmail.com Instagram: @percussion.perspective Facebook: Percussion Perspective Website: rss.com/podcasts/percussionperspective/
In episode 21, Remi & Kevin talk about what goes into choosing high school solos. Solos are an important part of percussionists' development, and there are several recommendations in this conversation. Part 2 coming soon. Email us at percussionperspectivepod@gmail.com Instagram: @percussion.perspective Facebook: Percussion Perspective Website: rss.com/podcasts/percussionperspective/
In episode 20, Remi and Kevin discuss middle school percussion solos. We chat about choosing solos, which instruments we have kids play solos on in certain grade levels, and give some good recommendations on solos and solo books to have your students play from. Enjoy the conversation! Happy Thanksgiving to all! Email us at percussionperspectivepod@gmail.com Instagram: @percussion.perspective Facebook: Percussion Perspective Website:rss.com/podcasts/percussionperspective/