

Optional performance on multiple percussion, drum set, or ethnic percussion may be possible at the audition. Since the time constraints of the audition process limit the total interview time, students may choose to submit additional video performances (via DVD or private YouTube videos) that include other performance areas such as Multiple Percussion, Drum Set, and/or World Percussion that would enhance their application (this is optional and not required). In addition, each of the four large ensemble rehearsal rooms are fully-equipped with their own set of percussion equipment.Īll prospective percussion majors and minors must demonstrate ability in the three (3) core percussion areas: snare drum, keyboard percussion, and timpani. The facilities for the Percussion Area at Illinois State include the Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal Room, the Percussion Studio and six dedicated percussion practice rooms. This ensemble is dedicated to the development of the performer within a total percussion environment through the performance of medium to large ensemble works of every genre. A solid background in all of the standard percussion instruments is required for participation in the group. Percussion Ensemble is open to both majors and non-majors for credit. Collier and Ben Stiers, this ensemble performs everything from standard percussion literature to avant-garde to pop. The Illinois State University Percussion Ensemble has been entertaining audiences with new works and classics from the percussion repertoire for years.

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Plus it’s useful even beyond the drums, as this is a perfect foley tool for video games and movies too.Weekly one-on-one meetings between student and professor. These are some of the best drum recordings I’ve heard in ages. “This is an amazing package and the price ($149) is a steal for what you’re getting.

This, together with the amazing performances of the sampled percussion players makes SAGA a top-line sample library in my opinion.” You can really feel the knowledge in sampling and user experience Red Room Audio founder Dickie Chapin has gathered through his long-standing work as a creative director at Impact Soundworks. SAGA’s neatly arranged interface allows for instant usability and presents every important feature at first sight.

The sound of the recording hall SAGA was recorded in is rather unobtrusive and doesn’t color the samples too much while still providing a nice sense of depth. “The release of SAGA Acoustic Trailer Percussion came as a nice surprise as the library features a remarkably punchy and powerful, yet very flexible sound that leaves room for custom processing if needed. What Saga really contains is a highly balanced collection of drums we’re familiar with, some we’re not, and a surprisingly flexible variety of industrial percussion that makes this package a work-horse that composers can and should, by all means, invest in with comfort. “At a first glance, “Saga Acoustic Trailer Percussion” might appear to be another slamming, crashing, pounding collection of trailer-tailored fluff. If your palette of cinematic drum and percussion sounds needs expanding, Saga Acoustic Trailer Percussion is well worth auditioning” It is also competitively priced so you don’t need a Hollywood budget to get on board. “If action and thriller soundtracks are your thing, then Red Room Audio’s Saga Acoustic Trailer Percussion more than holds its own.
