Intended for the beginning Drum student this book contains many essential reading and playing skills for the Snare and Drumset. These studies are integrated in a logical sequential order. For example a new rhythm isintroduced and studied on the Snare Drum then later applied as a beat and then a fill. The same rhythm will appear later in the book for review and then in one of the play-along tunes. This way each concept is reinforced andutilized in different ways. Because of the need to stress the importance of dynamics and their role in the proper execution of playing a piece dynamic markings are included in many of the Snare Drum exercises.The authorhas gone to extreme measures to provide a fun and humorous way of learning to play Drums while at the same time implementing the fundamental tools necessary to be a proficient musician. Includes access to online audio thatpresents eight play-along tunes with and without the Drums.

Media Type : Book/CD Set Level : Beginning-Intermediate Musical Genre : Rock & Jazz Number of pages : 112 Intended for the beginning drum student, this book contains many essential reading and playing skills for the snare and drumset. These studies are integrated in a logical, sequential order. For example, a new rhythm is introduced and studied on the snare drum, then later applied as a beat and then a fill. The same rhythm will appear later in the book for review and then in one of the play-along tunes. This way each concept is reinforced and utilized in different ways. Because of the need to stress the importance of dynamics and their role in the proper execution of playing a piece, dynamic markings are included in many of the snare drum exercises. The author has gone to extreme measures to provide a fun and humorous way of learning to play drums while at the same time implementing the fundamental tools necessary to be a proficient musician. The companion CD presents eight play-along tunes with and without the drums.

This is the ultimate guide to the challenging and awe-inspiring world of advanced cutting-edge 21st-century drumming techniques! Designed to be used as either a stand alone product or in combination with the Hudson Music DVD of the same name (HL00320603) this book details Thomas Lang's extraordinary methodology that will help you take your own creative and technical abilities on the instrument to heights you never dreamed were possible and in a much shorter time than you ever imagined. Part OneThomas details his methods and provides you with well over 100 challenging exercises created to allow you to practice technique endurance accuracy timing independence coordination mechanics all at the same time and with all four limbs! Part TwoFull of applied musical examples that showcase many of the techniques presented in Part One. Included are play-along rhythm charts for seven of Thomas' original compositions which were specially re-mixed without drums exclusively for this book and are included on the enclosed audio CD. In addition to the charts Thomas has written extensive performance notes for each song in which he describes in detail how the pieces are constructed along with his thought process in creating his drum parts for these songs. Take a deep breath and come along for one of the most exciting challenging and rewarding experiences of your musical career!

Designed to be used as either a standalone product or in combination with the Creative Control DVD Thomas Lang presents the unique and innovative system that he has used to develop his awesome speed control finesse and coordination a step-by-step system that will allow you to hone your drumming chops so that you can play more effectively in any style of music. Actually two books in one throughout Part I Thomas details his methodology and provides you with over 90 challenging exercises created to allow you to practice technique endurance accuracy timing independence coordination mechanics and stamina. Part II of the book contains applied musicalexamples that showcase many of the techniques and ideas presented in Part I. Included are play-along rhythm charts for five musical compositions from the DVD which were specially re-mixed without drums exclusively for this book and are included on the enclosed audio CD. In addition to the charts Thomas has written extensive performance notes for each song in which he describes in detail how the pieces are constructed and his own thought process in creating his drum parts for these songs. So dive in and prepare yourself for one of the most exciting challenging and rewarding experiences of your musical career!

The Official Freehand Technique is a unique method book showcasing the art of playing and executing rhythms and patterns with a single hand. Many drummers have used this or similar techniques throughout the years; however Johnny's original and innovative method is by far the most comprehensive practical and easy to use. This technique is a legitimate system mastered by Johnny through the years of extensive research and teaching and is designed to enhance your drumming and further develop your independence skills. This technique will not only allow you the freedom to expand your snare drum and drum set proficiency but also it can be directly applied to all percussioninstruments opening doors to numerous rhythmic possibilities. Johnny Rabb a world-renowned performer and clinician has organised this book into three basic sections. First you'll learn the theory mechanics and techniques of the Freehand which will be directly applied to the numerous rhythmic vocabulary permutations that follow. In this section you will practice unlimited combinations of rhythms and patterns preparing you for the final musical applications section which incorporates the freehand into your daily playing. Also included are detailed lessons beyond the basics Freehand snare drum solos and hybrid rudiments drum set grooves and applications and Freehand drum fills and poly-rhythms. As a bonus Johnny includes several play-along groove loops to practice with while you're building your new technique.

The New Method for Afro-Cuban Drumming features Jimmy's unique approach to playing contemporary Latin rhythms on the drumset. The material represents a fusion of his experience growing up in Cuba and shows how he applied this knowledge when he got to the United States and began performing. Patterns include: clave cascara bombo guaguanco cha cha cha and Afro-Cuban 6/8. Jimmy also includes a section on soloing ideas.

Master Class Series Includes Audio and Video Access!-This comprehensive resource covers virtually every aspect of double bass drumming. By revealing the value of proper balance and foot technique then applying those concepts to various warm-ups mirrored grooves fills and progressive phrasing applications you will be thoroughly prepared for any musical situation demanding double bass proficiency. With nearly 200 pages of printed instruction online access to 130 audio tracks and over an hour of video content this package is a must for double bass drummers of all levels. Topics covered include: practice suggestions ? balance/foot technique insights and overview ? dynamic warm-ups ? mirrored double bassgrooves based on 8th-note 16th-note 32nd-note and triplet feels ? fill development using drum and cymbal orchestrations ? phrasing concepts applied to grooves and fills.

500 Fills a All Styles a All Levels-This collection of practical patterns can be used as fills in a wide variety of musical genres and can also be combined into solos. While many of the 500 patterns in this book can be applied to just about any musical style the author has grouped the fills into the specific genres in which they would likely appear. Includes rock jazz funk country blues reggae gospel fusion and odd times. The book has easy fills for the beginner and works its way through intermediate and advanced fils. In addition each fill is demonstrated twice on the audio; once at a typical performance tempo and once at a slower tempo.

Exercises and Tips to make you better- faster! This DVD will take your Drumming to the next level. Professor Larry Finn shares his proven method for improving the fundamental skills required to lay down a strong groove in any style of music. It offers easy-to-understand exercises and demonstrations that can be applied to all levels. These include: Hand Development Basic Grooves Advanced Grooves for funk rock hip-hop and Latin styles Advanced Fills. Clear and detailed instruction is given both on-screen and in the accompanying 64-page booklet to maximise learning.

Can you learn how to swing? Yes and this book will show you how giving you a huge vocabulary of creative triplet grooves and fills to play in every style. The book does this by taking common comfortable 16th-note patterns and adapting them into a triplet feel. The results are amazingly musical and refreshingly creative and will give any drummer tons of new ideas to play within any swing-based groove.Jeff Salem covers many concepts including solidifying your basic triplet grooves in various styles moving around the drumset with triplets incorporating the bass drum into your fills creating interesting triplet grooves using 16th note-based rhythms applyingparadiddle concepts to triplet grooves and fills incorporating rests into your swung phrases and more.In the later chapters the triplet rhythms presented are applied to fills that can be used in blues R&B rock and hip-hop settings and are also applied specifically to jazz concepts to broaden your independence and vocabulary in a traditional swing setting.An introductory section with basic triplet feels and a listening guide is designed to start beginning-level drummers on the right path to understanding swing-based styles.The book comes complete with an MP3 CD presenting play-along tracks in many styles which are designed for you to apply the concepts learned in the book. The disc also includes demonstrations of nearly every example in the book.

The Patterns Series The four books contained in the Patterns series have been designed to help students in developing an awareness of the types of materials currently being used in contemporary music drum performance. Throught the books many suggestions will be made concerning how these materials can be applied to the drum set. Students should feel free to experiment with these possibilities as well as any other ideas that they may come up with. It is important to understand that the books are not sequential and can be worked on in any order. Also it is not necessary to complete one book before moving on to the next. The various topics that are presented can be worked on inwhathever order is the most appropiate for the individual student. Technique Patterns presents a new approach to stickings with specific emphasis technical skills for hands and feet.

The Patterns Series The four books contained in the Patterns series have been designed to help students in developing an awareness of the types of materials currently being used in contemporary music drum performance. Throught the books many suggestions will be made concerning how these materials can be applied to the drum set. Students should feel free to experiment with these possibilities as well as any other ideas that they may come up with. It is important to understand that the books are not sequential and can be worked on in any order. Also it is not necessary to complete one book before moving on to the next. The various topics that are presented can beworked on in whathever order is the most appropiate for the individual student. Sticking Patterns Presents a new approach to stickings with specific emphasis on their application to drum set performance. Also includes materials for accented single strokes as well as exercises dealing with the use of doubles on the set.

Coordinated independence as applied to Jazz and Be-Bop. The original book that revolutionized drumming from one of the undisputed jazz drumming legends Jim Chapin the man who defined the art of modern drumming independence and took it to new levels. The book contains exercises and solos of varying levels of difficulty that are a test for even the most accomplished drummers. Now available with two CDs of demonstration tracks by Chapin himself.