Lesson 3: Performing a Simple Percussion Ensemble Piece
Duration of Days: 180
Lesson Objective
Students will perform a short percussion ensemble piece using steady rhythm, balance, and listening skills.
How can we stay together while performing?
What makes a percussion ensemble performance successful?
Ensemble, performance, rehearsal, entrance, cut-off
NAfME 2.1: Perform in an ensemble with appropriate timing and balance
MU:Pr6.1.6a: Demonstrate expressive qualities in a performance
Students apply the skills learned in the previous lessons to rehearse and perform a short percussion ensemble piece. The focus is on teamwork, rhythm accuracy, and listening.
Students may lose tempo when playing longer patterns.
Students may forget to watch for cues or entrances.
Rehearse parts separately before full ensemble practice.
Provide simplified rhythms for students who need additional support.
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Teacher assessment of ensemble timing, rhythm accuracy, and balance.
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Students perform a short percussion ensemble piece as a group.