World of Percussion
Introduces 100+ percussion instruments and rhythms from around the world through soundscapes and hands-on activities.
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Curriculum Resources
Bridge Sessions easily intersect with state standards for music education, as well as standards for many other classroom subjects. Although no advance preparation is necessary to attend, we encourage teachers to connect Bridge Sessions back to your classrooms. Please contact us if any additional information would be helpful.
Musical Genres
Percussion traditions from West Africa, Latin America and the United States
Instruments
berimbau, congas, djembe, drum kit, dundun (talking drum), maracas, surdo
Key Vocabulary
Three ways to produce sound with a percussion instrument: strike, shake, scrape
Themes
- Telling a story through music
- Introduction to percussion instruments from around the world
- Collaboration
- Multicultural understanding
