The Purpose of Simply Timpani
Many percussion students have a basic knowledge on concert percussion instruments. This website aims to help developing percussion students learn fundamental timpani skills and techniques. Additionally, the website has examples of exercises and other great resources on timpani.
About the Author
Amanda Webster is a third year master's degree candidate at the American Band College of Sam Houston State University and will graduate in 2013. She received her Bachelor's degree in Music Education from the University of Rhode Island in 2010. For the past two years, Ms. Webster has been the Band Director at Medway High School in Medway, Massachusetts. At Medway High School, Ms. Webster leads the concert band, jazz band, and pep band. Ms. Webster also works regularly with the middle school band at Medway Middle School. She also is responsible for teaching high school music electives such as Beginning Acoustic Guitar, Beginning Piano, and Music Theory.
When Amanda is not teaching, she enjoys spending time with her friends and family, being outside, and playing with her dog, Waylon.
When Amanda is not teaching, she enjoys spending time with her friends and family, being outside, and playing with her dog, Waylon.
About the American Band College of Sam Houston State University
The American Band College of Sam Houston State is a summer Master's degree program, specifically designed for band teachers looking to further hone their skills and become the ultimate music educator. This three-summer, intensive, program is truly unique. All coursework, clinics and performance times are tailored to give every candidate an immersive experience like none other. Each summer, through lectures, observation of both peers and master teachers and practical time on the podium, ABC students receive roughly 100 hours of practical, hands-on learning. The education, camaraderie, and emotional experiences that occur, each summer, at the American Band College are something every music educator should experience. Any band teacher looking to better themselves or simply rediscover the magic that brought you to this profession, ABC is the place to be.