SMPAA

– Exploring the different timbres of the drumset and basic techniques
– Building arm and leg muscle control for appropriate force
– Learn music theory through the lens of the drums, with close attention to rhythms
– Performance skills for drummers
– Build confidence and connectivity through performing activities

Beginner Level
– Understand the basic sounds of a standard drumset
– Have appropriate strength control for sound production
– Have basic control of simple rhythm at moderate paces
– Have basic understanding and execution of a few modern music styles

Intermediate Level
– Acquire all knowledge and skills of Beginner Level
– Achieve control over more complex rhythms, grooves and tempi
– Achieve better contrasts in dynamics and timbres
– Start to develop basic understanding and use of the extended percussion family

Advanced Level
– Acquire all knowledge and skills of Beginner Level and Intermediate Level
– Able to perform different grooves/styles of music
– Able to manage complex rhythms with changing meters
– Able to actively lead the musical grooves of many ensembles
– Further utilize the extended percussion family

*Acquire international qualification (Trinity, MTB)