Percussion Perspective

Remi Thornton, Kevin Mozarko
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Two best friends that are also percussion directors aiming to dive deeper into topics relating to a school band/percussion program. Our hope is to provide a resource for music educators to further understand the ins and outs of percussion.

  1. 30 JAN

    #39 Tips For Rehearsing Percussion Ensemble

    In episode 39, Remi and Kevin chat about a few techniques to help make a percussion ensemble rehearsal go smoother. A few topics include choosing the music, planning for rehearsals, breaking up rehearsals into instrument families, and much more! Enjoy the conversation! Link to Remi's Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal Timeline mentioned in this episode: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rqF8Oej_hmNgF6AVPui7WDC3Y94Ila7QEdXM6F4ybjw/edit?usp=sharing Email us at percussionperspectivepod@gmail.com Instagram: @percussion.perspective YouTube: youtube.com/@PercussionPerspectivePod Facebook: Percussion Perspective Website: rss.com/podcasts/percussionperspective/

    49 min

  2. 2 JAN

    #38 How To Make Your Own Triangle Clips

    In episode 38, Kevin gives a step by step process on how he makes his own triangle clips for his percussion program. Triangle clips can be expensive, so this is a very easy way to make a bunch of them, and at a very low cost! You can also check out Kevin's TikTok Channel (@kevinmoz1), where he showed this entire process, but in a video! We hope you enjoy the episode! Email us at percussionperspectivepod@gmail.com Instagram: @percussion.perspective YouTube: youtube.com/@PercussionPerspectivePod Facebook: Percussion Perspective Website: rss.com/podcasts/percussionperspective/

    12 min

  3. 23/12/2025

    #37 Percussion Items to Spend Your Christmas Money On!

    In episode 37, Remi and Kevin chat about some cool percussion/drumming items to spend your Christmas money on! A few items include stick bags, kick drum beaters, drum dampeners, and even drumming app subscriptions! All of the items are linked below. Enjoy the conversation, and Merry Christmas! Remi's List: Bettle Percussion Marcher Pad: https://www.beetlepercussion.com/percussion/p/themarcher Vic Firth Professional Tech Backpack: https://vicfirth.com/products/vic-firth-professional-tech-backpack-green-black Black Swamp Percussion Tambourine: https://www.blackswamp.com/tambourines Vic Firth Fleece Kick Drum Beater: https://vicfirth.com/products/vickicktm-bass-drum-beater-medium-felt-core-covered-with-fleece-oval-head Earasers Ear Plugs: https://www.earasers.shop/?ref=buy-now Tackle Percussion Accessories Bag: https://tackleinstrument.com/collections/bags/products/accessories-pouch Kevin's List: Toone Towels: https://www.toonetowels.com/ Rhythm Generator: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/rhythm-generator/id6741359170 BeatNote: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/drum-notation-by-beat-note/id1539132475 Polynome: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/polynome-the-metronome/id488165644 Drops by Tandem Drums: https://tandemdrums.com/pages/drops Vic Firth Essential Stick Bag: https://vicfirth.com/products/essential-stick-bags Evans Pull Cord Drum Key: https://www.daddario.com/products/percussion/percussion-accessories/drum-keys/pullcord-drum-key/ Lowboy Custom Beaters: https://lowboybeaters.com/ Email us at percussionperspectivepod@gmail.com Instagram: @percussion.perspective

    45 min

  4. 23/09/2025

    #36 Kevin's Stick/Mallet Favorites

    In episode 36, Kevin answers an email from a listener requesting we chat about our personal stick and mallet choices. Kevin goes into depth about his favorite sticks, keyboard mallets, timpani mallets, alternative implements, and talks about what he has his students purchase as well. Enjoy the episode! This episode is sponsored by Black Swamp Percussion! The Fall Sound Solution Project, going on during September 23 to October 7th, is a 15% sale on a huge lineup of snare drums, tambourines, triangles, accessories, and more. It’s the perfect chance to upgrade your setup and save some cash! So go check out https://www.steveweissmusic.com/ and upgrade some of your gear during the Fall Sound Solution Project! Black Swamp Percussion Website: https://www.blackswamp.com/ Email us at percussionperspectivepod@gmail.com Instagram: @percussion.perspective YouTube: youtube.com/@PercussionPerspectivePod Facebook: Percussion Perspective Website:rss.com/podcasts/percussionperspective/

    26 min

  5. 12/09/2025

    #35 Tips to Make the Drumline

    In episode 35, Remi and Kevin chat about some tips to help you make the drumline! They chat about perfecting the different stroke types, practice specific rudiments, posture, aura, and everything in between! Hopefully these tips will help you in preparing to make the drumline! Enjoy the conversation! This episode is sponsored by Black Swamp Percussion! The Fall Sound Solution Project, going on during September 23 to October 7th, is a 15% sale on a huge lineup of snare drums, tambourines, triangles, accessories, and more. It’s the perfect chance to upgrade your setup and save some cash! So go check out https://www.steveweissmusic.com/ and upgrade some of your gear during the Fall Sound Solution Project! Black Swamp Percussion Website: https://www.blackswamp.com/ Email us at percussionperspectivepod@gmail.com Instagram: @percussion.perspective YouTube: youtube.com/@PercussionPerspectivePod Facebook: Percussion Perspective Website:rss.com/podcasts/percussionperspective/

    49 min

  6. 25/07/2025

    #34 Let's Talk Stickings

    In episode 34, Remi and Kevin talk about their approach to teaching stickings to young percussionists! They chat about a few different sticking systems, why they are important, and a few ways to avoid sticking issues as students get older. Enjoy the conversation! Email us at percussionperspectivepod@gmail.com Instagram: @percussion.perspective YouTube: youtube.com/@PercussionPerspectivePod Facebook: Percussion Perspective Website:rss.com/podcasts/percussionperspective/

    46 min

  7. 27/06/2025

    #33 We're Back!

    After a crazy busy end to our school, and a short break from recording, Remi and Kevin are back! We chat in this episode about what we have been up to since our last episode. Remi talks about some band camps he has taught and a family trip he on, while Kevin talks about his trip to Poland with a cover band he drums for. We are excited to be back and can't wait to keep the episodes coming! Email us at percussionperspectivepod@gmail.com Instagram: @percussion.perspective YouTube: youtube.com/@PercussionPerspectivePod Facebook: Percussion Perspective Website:rss.com/podcasts/percussionperspective/

    38 min

  8. 02/05/2025

    #32 Things We Say on a Daily Basis

    In episode 32, Remi and Kevin talk about common mistakes made by beginners. Of course we all know the obvious ones, wrong rhythms, bad timing, liking Ska..... But we often overlook small details that can snowball into massive issues as your students get older. Hope you glean some wisdom from out mistakes and find something you can tell YOUR students daily to help them get better! Email us at percussionperspectivepod@gmail.com Instagram: @percussion.perspective YouTube: youtube.com/@PercussionPerspectivePod Facebook: Percussion Perspective Website: rss.com/podcasts/percussionperspective/

    48 min
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Two best friends that are also percussion directors aiming to dive deeper into topics relating to a school band/percussion program. Our hope is to provide a resource for music educators to further understand the ins and outs of percussion.

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  • Creator
    Remi Thornton, Kevin Mozarko
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    40
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Percussion Perspective 2024
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