Practical Assignments

According to studies conducted by the Technical University of Chemnitz department of Sports Medicine in Germany; Drums Alive ® is not only a motivating, dynamic, fun and diverse program: it also ties all forms of motor skills into a comprehensive physical workout which invites participation primarily through its high fun factor. Therefore it is also essential that you as a teacher utilize music and movements that are highly motiving and FUN for you. This intrinsic motivation will spill over to your students and your classes will be more meaningful as well as fun.

Select a song that you love to listen to and that motivates you to move. Create your own choreography utilizing the basic drumming and locomotor patterns provided in this Drums Alive® on-line home study course. You may choose various choreography methods such as a 32 count block, Add On, A, B, C blocks, or utilize the music to inspire you such as Chorus, Verse Chorus or musical Interpretation.   (Tip: Keep the choreography “simple” and “easy” to follow.)