by Aaron Hansen | Feb 11, 2019 | Drums & Percussion, Music, Books, & Resources, Recorders, Ukulele
Our education consultants have curated a list of products they love for music teachers! This resource includes products that are impactful and will enrich the lives of music makers in the classroom. #14 – Primary AXP1-1 Alto Xylophone Built to last! Primary is...
by Tereasa Evans | Nov 30, 2018 | Drums & Percussion, Kids & Movement, Music Education, Music Therapy
Basic Beat is West Music’s exclusive brand of percussion instruments and accessories designed with the educator in mind. Because West Music has developed and sources the products directly from manufacturers, it allows us to offer...
by Tereasa Evans | Sep 17, 2018 | Drums & Percussion
It’s Back to School 2018! The teaching community is full of excitement with the new year, new students, new faces, and new schedules. As these energizing posts scroll across my Facebook feed, I find the feeling infectious! All of...
by Aaron Hansen | Jun 2, 2018 | Band & Orchestra, Drums & Percussion
As beginning musicians quickly learn, playing percussion instruments is a lot more challenging than it looks. Learning proper technique will ensure that you sound better and avoid injuries to your hands or wrists. General Principles for Holding Drumsticks or Mallets...
