Alfred Publishing Mallet Control For The Xylophone - Stone George Lawrence
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Summary of This Method
This newly reengraved edition of George Lawrence Stone Mallet Control transposes the methodical and progressive approach of "Stick Control" into the world of mallet instruments. The goal is clear: to structure your technical work around effective, reproducible, and immediately applicable patterns to improve the quality of your stroke and the stability of your sound, regardless of the instrument.
Throughout the pages, the method emphasizes three essential aspects for any percussionist: control (uniform strokes, rhythmic precision), coordination (clean transitions, controlled changes of direction), and flexibility (ease in combinations, endurance, fluidity). The exercises encourage fine work on hand equality, with a true focus on progression to correct imbalances and strengthen the less comfortable hand.
Designed as a toolbox, this method gathers a wide range of patterns and practice formulas: you can incorporate them into warm-ups, use them as consistency routines, or adapt them to your goals (speed, rebound, articulation, tempo stability). Both students and experienced musicians will find a solid foundation here to build lasting technique, develop independence, and gain confidence across all percussion keyboards.
Technical specifications
| Publication | Methods | ||
| Composer | George Lawrence Stone | Instrumentation | mallet instruments |
| Edition | newly reengraved edition | Genre | percussion method |
Questions frequently asked
Is this method suitable for the xylophone?
The indicated instrumentation covers mallet instruments, including the xylophone.
Does Mallet Control follow the Stick Control approach?
This edition adapts the methodical and progressive approach of "Stick Control" to mallet instruments. The exercises are based on patterns and practice formulas designed to structure technique.
Which technical aspects are worked on?
The content targets control of attacks, rhythmic precision, and coordination of direction changes. Flexibility, endurance, and fluidity of combinations are also addressed. Exercises for hand equality are included to correct imbalances.
Does the method help develop the weaker hand?
The exercises emphasize equality between the hands to strengthen the less proficient one.
Which edition of George Lawrence Stone is offered?
This is a newly reengraved edition of George Lawrence Stone's percussion method, designed for mallet percussion keyboards.
