Designed for the ensemble conductor who needs a quick-help guide to teach percussion, this book will provide all the tools necessary to effectively guide a young percussion section. The world of percussion instruments can be daunting, but this book offers a solid anchor point and a proper foundation in the basics. Whether learning from scratch or refreshing past instruction, detailed photographs and focused teaching methods will help any director clearly demonstrate proper technique to their students. Author Sean J. Kennedy has drawn from his extensive background as a percussionist, private instructor, and educator to create this comprehensive guide to help teachers teach and players play.