Australian Percussion Academy

Simply the best in Percussion education!

We develop percussionists with strong fundamental skills and highest level of performance, who can apply those skills to any musical setting: band, orchestral, solo or chamber group.

 

Learning Outcomes

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  • Fundamentals of technique, touch and tone production
  • Ability to read music
  • Play accompanied and un-accompanied
  • Learn and play percussion instruments of your choice
  • Ability to play music in small and large percussion ensemble



Subjects Covered

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  • Keyboard percussion instruments: xylophone, marimba, vibraphone etc.
  • Drums and multi-percussion
  • Orchestra percussion
  • Music theory (AMEB grades)
  • Different music styles




Benefits

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  • Develop personal confidence, self esteem and discipline
  • Preparation for Music Scholarship exams in Private schools
  • Preparation for State and National percussion competitions and AMEB exams
  • Participation in concerts, festivals and TV shows
  • Achieve a high degree of professional competence
  • Develop exceptional communication skills in a fun and friendly environment



POCO Percussion Early Childhood Music Classes

We offer small group percussion classes for 3-6 year old children, which equip participants with the musical skills and knowledge to segue into formal percussion lessons from the age of 7 years.

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The Early Childhood Music classes are held on Saturday mornings at the APA Studio in South Melbourne.

For more information please contact Jennifer on 0488221156 or by Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

2012 Lesson Policy, Lesson prices, Membership agreement and other forms as well as free sheet music are available for download in Member's Area - section "Downloads".

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Australian Percussion Academy

Location: 143 Wells Street, South Melbourne VIC 3205

Phone: 0411514795 Email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it