RIT Steelband Ensemble
RIT Steelband Ensemble
This course is designed for beginning musicians who wish to understand the fundamentals of music and performance through the performance of steel drums.
The instructor/band director will instruct students using both western music pedagogy and rote learning techniques that emerge from Caribbean music traditions. In addition to studying instrumental technique and individual band parts, students will learn about the history and development of the instrument from its roots in African drumming, its evolution through found instruments and discarded oil barrels, to its modern form and practice. Prior instruction is not required.
Performances
No performances currently scheduled. Please visit the RIT Events Calendar for a full listing of performing arts concerts and events.
Audition Information
Prior instruction not required, no audition necessary. Please contact the director, Mr. Ted Canning, for additional information about joining the ensemble.
Credit
Students can receive Wellness Education credit for course.
