Published in Percussive Notes – June 1998, Volume 36. This article is an historical account of the timpani’s construction and development.
Incorporating John Dewey's "Art As Experience" Into The Music Curriculum:
Published in Tempo – March 2000, Volume 54. This article provides an analysis of Dewey’s book and provides examples of how his philosophical observations can be incorporated into the music curriculum.
A Comparison of The Traditionalist and Constructivist Applied Studio
was published in the NACWPI Journal – Spring 2003 Volume LI Number 3. This article explores the similarities and differences of applied instructors who employ either the Contructivist or Traditionalist education philosophy in their applied studios.
Snare Drum Technique for The Non-Percussionist
Published in Tempo – May 2014, Volume 68. This article, which is intended for the instructor who is not a trained percussionist, reviews the primary areas that need to be addressed for the beginning snare drum student. Areas discussed are: Materials, How To Hold The Sticks, Striking The Drum, Sticking Exercises and Timing and Rhythmic Feel.
A Look At Ney Rosauro's Educational Series for Percussion
Published in Tempo – October 2005, Volume 60. This article outlines the objective of Dr. Ney Rosauro’s pedagogical works for the percussion student.
Creatively Developing Timing and Rhythmic Feel
Published in Tempo – January 1999, Volume 53. This article presents an alternative to developing an understanding of, and the ability to, correlate timing and rhythm in one’s students.
Ney Rosauro's "Concerto for Marimba and Orchestra"
Published in Percussive Notes – October 1999, Volume 37. This article, which is a synopsis from my doctoral dissertation: “Ney Rosaro: A Comprehensive Instructional Video and Reference Study Guide on the Composer and HIs Concerto for Marimba and Orchestra”, is an annotated analysis of each movement of Rosauro’s first Marimba Concerto.
Rhythmic Solfeggio and The Beginning Student
Published in Tempo – October 2010, Volume 65. This article discusses the benefits of, and how to incorporate, rhythmic solfeggio with beginning instrumental students.