Grip (percussion)
Okay, kiddo, so do you know how you hold a crayon when you draw? That's kind of like how percussionists hold their sticks when they play instruments like the drums.
There are many different ways to hold the sticks, but the most common way is called the "matched grip." This means that both hands hold the sticks in the same way.
To hold the sticks in the matched grip, first put your hands out in front of you like you're holding a big balloon. Then, hold the stick in each hand like you're making a fist around it. Make sure your thumbs are on top of the sticks and your fingers wrap around the side.
Now you're ready to play! The way you move the sticks to make different sounds is called "technique." There are many different techniques, but some basic ones include hitting the drum with the tip of the stick, hitting the drum with the middle of the stick, and hitting the rim of the drum with the end of the stick.
Practicing good grip and technique is important for percussionists to be able to play their instruments well and make great music.
There are many different ways to hold the sticks, but the most common way is called the "matched grip." This means that both hands hold the sticks in the same way.
To hold the sticks in the matched grip, first put your hands out in front of you like you're holding a big balloon. Then, hold the stick in each hand like you're making a fist around it. Make sure your thumbs are on top of the sticks and your fingers wrap around the side.
Now you're ready to play! The way you move the sticks to make different sounds is called "technique." There are many different techniques, but some basic ones include hitting the drum with the tip of the stick, hitting the drum with the middle of the stick, and hitting the rim of the drum with the end of the stick.
Practicing good grip and technique is important for percussionists to be able to play their instruments well and make great music.