The role of the percussionist in popular music has transformed dramatically during recent years from a simple sideman position to a full-fledged soloist. It has become increasingly common for percussionists to play along with DJs as well as pop artists. For this reason, today’s modern percussionist is required to have a multitude of skills and plenty of knowledge in order to create interesting sounds capes and influence the dynamic flow of a song. With this in mind we have designed a workshop that covers essential rhythms and concepts on how to approach this type of gigs.
- Generate a mental aptitude for inclusivity
- Unique and creative workshop
- Numerous groove and sound applications to pop music
- Demonstration of commonly used percussion instruments
- Professional coaching on how to approach club music and live DJ culture
- Instrument technique and co-ordination exercises
- Orchestration and improvisation ideas
- Illustrate the percussionist’s role in DJ culture and popular music
- Demonstrate grove and sound application to popular music
- Improve phrasing and improvisation skills
- Develop strong sense of time and rhythm
- Demonstrate how to effectively apply dynamics and effects within a song
- Introduce global music cultures
- Develop essential concepts and interesting sounds capes
- Demonstrate instrument technique
- Improve general musicianship










