Hands-On (Digital Copy) Size:Digital Copy

Hands-On (Digital Copy) Size:Digital CopyPerformance Notes HANDS ON is a medium fast piece. This piece is best suited for elementary to middle school level ensembles. Rhythmically, HANDS ON consists of , and whole rests, , whole and 1 8th notes in groups of 2 and 4. This piece gets its title due to the fact that all instruments are played by handno sticks or mallets needed. At the start, the maracas provide a solid steady beat with a few pauses before letter A. At letter A, the bongos are

from letter E to F

Also included is a partial listing of notable percussionist

WAIT is a colorful

The pattern remains steady so the swing feel can be emitted to the audience

Arranged by John and Melinda Russell

This work for eight players is an attractive ensemble selection for high school students or younger college groups

Listen to Little Brown Jug

The bass drum part creates the effect of pulsating

This work performed with "Red

Letter A continues similarly with the bongos taking the lead

The shaker provides a steady beat pulse

these arrangements can be learned