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	Joshua Smith takes a humorous look at several common triangle misconceptions, providing some solutions to help reduce triangle performance sabotage. How to Sabotage Your Triangle Sound

Daniel Smithiger / BSP Education Consultant

Dr. Ryan Lewis


	World Music in Percussion Ensemble:
	Part 1 Part 2

Joshua D. Smith


	Disciplines and Habits of Monster Players:
	The Beast

James Doyle


	Practical Tips: Transition from College to Professional
	Pt. 1: Building an Instrument Inventory Pt. 2: More Than Music: The "Other" Skills

Alison Shaw

Gustavo Aguilar


	The Percussionist / Improviser:
	Preparing for Improvising Performing to One's Fullest Capacity

Chris Deane


	Accessory Percussion Playing:
	Becoming a Better Accessory Instrument Player

Joseph Gramley


	The Music Industry:			Multiple Percussion:
	Success in the Music Performance Industry			Insights into Multiple Percussion Performances

Andy Jones


	Musical Theatre:
	Fool Proofing Your Set-Up and Score

Morris Palter


	George Hamilton Green:
	Novelty Music and the Xylophone's Rise in Popularity

Eric Willie


	Marching Percussion Ensemble:
	Improving Rhythmic Clarity