Tapspace @TapspacePerc

Creativity in Percussion tapspace.com Portland, OR Joined August 2009

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Tapspace @TapspacePerc

2 weeks ago

If Cheezy Poofs isn’t on your warm-up playlist, are you even ready for the season? 💪🔥 Step up, lock in, and bring the heat with this drumline classic. #Tapspace #CheezyPoofs #percussion #marchingpercussion #marchingband #drumline #battery #rudimentaldrumming

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"Graffiti" by Chad Heiny takes inspiration from London’s Leake Street Tunnel, turning spray-can swirls and vibrant walls into a high-energy, 6-player percussion experience. Multi-setups, foot pedals, dueling guiros—it’s as colorful as it sounds. 💥 #Tapspace #percussion

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2 months ago

🌳✨ Something magical this way plays… "The Enchanted Woods" by Alejandro Gonzalez is a flexible trio full of mystery, adventure, and new mallet skills! #Tapspace #percussion #trio #mallet #keyboardpercussion #percussionist #percussioneducation

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Tapspace @TapspacePerc

3 months ago

Your percussionists deserve better warm-ups — and with DAILY DRILL, they’ll get them! Unlike most method books, DAILY DRILL’s percussion exercises were developed by top percussion educators — designed to keep your percussionists engaged and progressing. 🎯 #Tapspace

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Tapspace @TapspacePerc

3 months ago

🧪 "Chemical Songs" by Chad Heiny is a fresh set of 2-mallet solos perfect for young keyboard percussionists! With eight character-rich solos playable on marimba, vibes, xylo, or even glock—and optional audio tracks—this collection is as fun to teach as it is to play. #Tapspace

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3 months ago

Robert Oetomo’s marimba arrangement of "Pining for the Spring Breeze" (望春風) beautifully blends jazz harmonies, romantic-era flourishes, and expressive freedom—all while honoring the Taiwanese original by Yu-hsien Teng. 🌸 #Tapspace #marimba #solo #percussion #percussionist

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3 months ago

🎯 10 minutes. Big results. Start every class with DAILY DRILL and watch your rehearsals transform. ✅ Build technique ✅ Boost focus ✅ Make every minute count #Tapspace #DailyDrill #BandDirectorTips #MusicEdTools #BandWarmUp #EfficientRehearsal

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3 months ago

"Foggy Nights" by Alejandro Gonzalez brings a playful eeriness to your mallet ensemble! This flexible trio introduces 3-mallet technique with an upbeat energy and a misty twist. Perfect for younger players stepping into chamber music. #Tapspace #percussionensemble #percussion

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3 months ago

"Synchronize" by Anthony Chmielewski is a syncopation-filled ride for marimba quartet that demands tight ensemble playing, bold energy, and unified precision. #Tapspace #percussion #marimba #quartet #keyboardpercussion #mallet #percussionist

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Tapspace @TapspacePerc

3 months ago

🚨 Band Directors 🚨 💀 Still stuck using the same tired warm-ups from 2003? 💥 Enter DAILY DRILL from Tapspace — daily classroom warm-ups designed to sound good and feel great with pro-quality play-along tracks for the ENTIRE band! tapspace.com/books-educatio…

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3 months ago

Written during Día de los Muertos, Gonzalez’s "Ripples in Time" reflects on memory, connection, and the spiritual bond between past and present. This flexible trio gives young players a thoughtful and accessible way to explore ensemble playing and expressive phrasing. #Tapspace

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3 months ago

4 notes. Endless possibilities. "Dayspring" by Chad Floyd is a bright and upbeat piece that grows from a simple four-note idea into a full-ensemble experience. Great for middle school and early high school groups! #Tapspace #percussionensemble #percussion #keyboardpercussion

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Tapspace @TapspacePerc

5 months ago

In "Waltz of the Insects" by Alejandro Gonzalez, young percussionists take on the roles of dancing insects in a whimsical mallet trio. With a graceful waltz feel, melodies flutter from player to player, making this piece perfect for early chamber music experiences. #Tapspace

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5 months ago

Perfect for younger performers, "Walkabout" by Chad Heiny encourages players to switch instruments throughout –promoting versatility and hands-on exploration across the percussion section. Bonus: built-in drum breaks and callouts make transitions seamless. #Tapspace

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5 months ago

"Motion No. 2" blurs the line between percussion ensemble and drumset playing. Two players share a kick drum and cymbals while laying down tight, rhythmic interplay inspired by funk and rock grooves. This duo is a note-rich adventure for performers and audiences alike! #Tapspace

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6 months ago

"Stutter" by Keaton Jones isn’t your typical snare drum solo—this one pushes boundaries! Using irregular rhythms, complex multiple-bounce strokes, and stutter-inspired phrasing, this piece will test your control, coordination, and musicality. Can you keep up? 💥 #Tapspace

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Tapspace @TapspacePerc

6 months ago

🎭 "Dance of the Jesters" (arr. Joe Hobbs) is fast, fun, and full of energy! Originally from Tchaikovsky’s "The Snow Maiden," this percussion ensemble arrangement demands speed, precision, and a whole lot of musicality. An exhilarating ride from start to finish! #Tapspace

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Tapspace @TapspacePerc

6 months ago

Band directors—be honest… Are your students zoning out during warm-ups? 😴 Swap the boring metronome for engaging play-along tracks in styles like funk, mambo, & even dubstep! Your students will look forward to fundamentals. It's time to transform your warm-up routine! 🎷🥁🎺

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6 months ago

🌊 Inspired by the cascading waterfalls of Yellowstone, "Cascade" by Zach Paris blends Taiko drumming, metallic textures, and improvisation to create a bold percussion quintet experience. #Tapspace #Cascade #percussion #percussionensemble #quintet #multipercussion #taiko

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6 months ago

🥁 "Drachten-Elisabeth" (Multi-Tenor Version) by Matt Penland takes John Mark Reilly’s traditional snare solo and transforms it for modern marching tenors. Packed with orchestral, hybrid, Basel, and ancient rudiments, this adaptation is ready to push your tenor chops! #Tapspace