MUSC 125D: Percussion Techniques
San Jose State University
Percussion.Study and application of fundamental percussion performance and pedagogy for music educators. Covers instruments commonly found in orchestral, band, and classroom settings, including snare drum, timpani, mallet percussion, and auxiliary instruments. Emphasis on developing practical teaching strategies, appropriate playing technique, and ensemble rehearsal methods. Activity 2 hours. Prerequisite(s): Upper division standing.
Average GPA: 3.09
Grade distribution records: 158 students across 12 terms.
Grade distribution
| Grade | Students | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | 13 | 8.2% |
| A | 41 | 25.9% |
| A- | 7 | 4.4% |
| B+ | 17 | 10.8% |
| B | 37 | 23.4% |
| B- | 6 | 3.8% |
| C+ | 12 | 7.6% |
| C | 11 | 7.0% |
| C- | 4 | 2.5% |
| D+ | 3 | 1.9% |
| D | 3 | 1.9% |
| F | 4 | 2.5% |
Based on 158 student grade records across 12 terms and 3 professors.
Instructors
- Galen L Lemmon 74 students, Average GPA 2.90
- Divesh Vijay Karamchandani 70 students, Average GPA 3.33
- Bryce L Leafman 14 students, Average GPA 2.95