Drumline
how do we describe our dynamics in drumline - what system do we use
stick heights - inches
How should you position your music stand when playing?
directly facing the conductor, higher enough to see the director.
favorite thing to do
sleep, eat
favorite NFL team
Vikings
describe the word cresecendo
gradually getting louder
Name a brand for drumline either sticks, cymbals or drums
respond
describe the fulcrum
pivot point between your thumb and first finger
favorite toy?
laser light
Which schools does Mr. McKenzie have percussion degrees?
U of Montana - Percussion Performance
U of Akron - Masters in Percussion Performance
name a quote around the room, or a saying that Mr. McKenzie uses a lot
respond
what is it called when the bass drums are tuned to different notes?
Tonal Bass Drums
how should we hold the tambourine
like it's a mirror - looking into it
what color cat is Jinx?
Orange
How old is Mr. McKenzie
38
note math
quarter note + whole note + 3 eighth notes + dotted quarter note + half note + dotted whole note =
16 beats
what is the concept called when we focus on the non accented notes - 9 inches and below
inner beat
what type of rolls do we use on timpani?
single stroke rolls
What month was Jinx born?
August
What was stolen from Mr. McKenzie's porch this Halloween season?
Orange skeleton
with motion
name a professional drum corp
list - Blue Devils, Cavaliers, Phantom Regiment, etc.
what two strokes are used to correctly play an accent?
bonus points - what do the fingers do?
up stroke followed by a down stroke
fingers stay on the stick
How many instagram followers does Jinx Have
159
how many months did Mr. McKenzie work on cruise ships?
6 months
How many band directors have taught at Senior High?
8 directors