Innovative Percussion's Lalo Davila Concert Snare Drumsticks are meticulously designed to inspire beginning drummers. These white hickory sticks are perfectly weighted and sized for smaller hands. Lalo Davila, director of percussion studies at Middle Tennessee State University, crafted these drumsticks to encourage proper technique and produce a full range of tones. The slightly smaller diameter and longer taper provide ideal balance and rebound for learning proper grip and stroke. The barrel-shaped bead generates rich, resonant sound across all dynamics. Crafted for Smaller Hands and Developing Technique With a smaller diameter of .635", the Lalo Davila Concert Snare Drumsticks accommodate children's and smaller hands. The longer taper and hickory material provide enough flex and rebound to teach beginners proper grip and stroke. These design elements give students greater control and help them achieve quality sound as they build skills. Barrel-Shaped Bead Produces Robust Tone The barrel-shaped wooden bead generates a full, resonant tone at any dynamic. Its rounded shape produces rich sound without an overly sharp attack, giving beginners a wide tonal range to explore. Students can achieve soft, melodic tones as easily as loud, sharp accents with the same pair of sticks. High-Quality Hickory Construction Made from durable hickory, these drumsticks provide the resilience and responsiveness needed for developing percussionists. Hickory's natural flexibility and density produce rich tone while standing up to regular use. Proper weight and balance give students the control they need as they build skills. The Lalo Davila Concert Snare Drumsticks set a high standard of quality for educational tools. Complete Percussion Education Package Paired with comprehensive curriculum from Lalo Davila, the signature drumsticks provide students and educators with a full percussion education package. The specialized design and high-quality hickory construction give beginning students the tools they need to learn proper technique, grip, and tone.