"Wired Beats" is a collection of nine percussion ensembles written for two or more beginning to intermediate players. Utilizing the standard beginning percussion kit, these ensembles incorporate playing on the drum pad, pad rim, parts of the stand, and even the floor. Rhythms, sticking patterns, and special effects combine with accompaniment tracks to create fun yet challenging pieces designed to engage and develop young percussionists and may be used for both practice and performance.

Wired Beats: 9 Two-Part Ensembles for Beginning Percussionists + Track - Brian L. Monroe

1. Rhythmic Circuitry (Grade 0.5)
Quarter Notes, Half Notes, Multiple Bounce Strokes with Quarter Notes, playing on Stand Post & Rim

"Wired Beats" is a collection of nine percussion ensembles written for two or more beginning to intermediate players. Utilizing the standard beginning percussion kit, these ensembles incorporate playing on the drum pad, pad rim, parts of the stand, and even the floor. Rhythms, sticking patterns, and special effects combine with accompaniment tracks to create fun yet challenging pieces designed to engage and develop young percussionists and may be used for both practice and performance.

1. Rhythmic Circuitry (from "Wired Beats) - Brian L. Monroe

2. Thunderous Voltage (Grade 1)
Quarter Notes, Eighth Notes, playing on Stand Post & Rim; Dynamic Contrasts

"Wired Beats" is a collection of nine percussion ensembles written for two or more beginning to intermediate players. Utilizing the standard beginning percussion kit, these ensembles incorporate playing on the drum pad, pad rim, parts of the stand, and even the floor. Rhythms, sticking patterns, and special effects combine with accompaniment tracks to create fun yet challenging pieces designed to engage and develop young percussionists and may be used for both practice and performance.

2. Thunderous Voltage (from "Wired Beats") - Brian L. Monroe

3. Sparks of Connection (Grade 1)
Quarter Notes, Eighth Notes, playing on Stand Post & Rim, playing split hands: Rim & Pad, Ghost Strokes; Accents, More Dynamic Contrasts

"Wired Beats" is a collection of nine percussion ensembles written for two or more beginning to intermediate players. Utilizing the standard beginning percussion kit, these ensembles incorporate playing on the drum pad, pad rim, parts of the stand, and even the floor. Rhythms, sticking patterns, and special effects combine with accompaniment tracks to create fun yet challenging pieces designed to engage and develop young percussionists and may be used for both practice and performance.

3. Sparks of Connection (from "Wired Beats") - Brian L. Monroe

4. Electrical Pulses (Grade 1)
Quarter Notes, Eighth Notes, Multiple Bounce 8th notes rolls, playing on Rim, Side of the Pad, Stand Post, Legs, and Floor; Accents, More Dynamic Contrasts

"Wired Beats" is a collection of nine percussion ensembles written for two or more beginning to intermediate players. Utilizing the standard beginning percussion kit, these ensembles incorporate playing on the drum pad, pad rim, parts of the stand, and even the floor. Rhythms, sticking patterns, and special effects combine with accompaniment tracks to create fun yet challenging pieces designed to engage and develop young percussionists and may be used for both practice and performance.

4. Electrical Pulses (from "Wired Beats") - Brian L. Monroe

5. Particle Shockwaves (Grade 1.5)
Quarter Notes, Eighth Notes, Multiple Bounce 8th notes rolls, playing on Rim, Side of the Pad, Stand Post, Legs, and Floor; Accents, More Dynamic Contrasts

"Wired Beats" is a collection of nine percussion ensembles written for two or more beginning to intermediate players. Utilizing the standard beginning percussion kit, these ensembles incorporate playing on the drum pad, pad rim, parts of the stand, and even the floor. Rhythms, sticking patterns, and special effects combine with accompaniment tracks to create fun yet challenging pieces designed to engage and develop young percussionists and may be used for both practice and performance.

5. Particle Shockwaves (from "Wired Beats" - Brian L. Monroe

6. Power Line (Grade 1.5-2)
Quarter Notes, Eighth Notes, Sixteenth Notes, Flams, Multiple Bounce 8th notes rolls, playing on Rim, Stand Post, Legs, and Floor Accents, Stick Clicks, Pad to Pad, Stick Visuals; More Dynamic Contrasts

"Wired Beats" is a collection of nine percussion ensembles written for two or more beginning to intermediate players. Utilizing the standard beginning percussion kit, these ensembles incorporate playing on the drum pad, pad rim, parts of the stand, and even the floor. Rhythms, sticking patterns, and special effects combine with accompaniment tracks to create fun yet challenging pieces designed to engage and develop young percussionists and may be used for both practice and performance.

6. Power Line (from "Wired Beats") - Brian L. Monroe

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