Jamaican music is loved throughout the world for its laid-back feel as well as its intense, lively rhythms. Its influence is apparent across many musical styles, from the reggae rhythms in the music of popular bands like The Police, to ska beats in the music of groups such as The Mighty Mighty Bosstones and The Toasters. Even rap music evolved from the Jamaican vocal style called 'toasting,' and the influence of Bob Marley is evident throughout the world of music and pop culture. Drum Atlas: Jamaica teaches you many of the enjoyable and challenging grooves and fills that make Jamaican music so unique, covering early styles such as nyabinghi (sacred drumming that accompanies vocal chanting and singing) to modern styles like ragga (played entirely on digital and electronic equipment). Study techniques like the three-drop, the steppers beat, and the skank, and discover forces behind the music---like the spiritual influence of the Rastafarian religion. You'll also learn how to translate rhythms from traditional instruments, such as the rumba box and timbales, to the drumset. With its wealth of ideas for modern drummers,Drum Atlas: Jamaica will inspire you to improve your technique, increase your knowledge, and make you a more well-rounded musician. The included CD demonstrates all the examples and compositions featured in the book, performed with a full Jamaican-style band. / Batterie

Trevor Salloum: Afro-Cuban Rhythms combines two of the renowned author's popular previous editions. This Gig Savers book has been specially designed for the intermediate to advanced level percussionistwho has some basic understanding of percussion notation. Part one is a collection of traditional rhythms ideal for a percussion ensemble or for the individual who wants to learn the authentic parts of each rhythm. Thematerial is presented in a concise and user-friendly style. This section includes information on Clave Tumbao for one and two drums Rumba columbia Conga (Havana) Conga (Matanzas) Conga (Santiago) and much more. Parttwo is structured just like part one but covers a different set of rhythms: Bembe Makuta Yuka Palo Arar  Abaku  (Havana) Abaku  (Matanzas) Gag and Iyesa. All rhythms presented in this edition areeasily adapted to conga drums and Afro-Cuban hand percussion.

Drum Styles from Around the World Series: Drum Atlas Category: Percussion - Miscellaneous Educational Books and Manuals Format: Book and CD Instrument: Drum Discover the rich traditions, history, origins, and pioneering artists of exciting drum styles from around the globe. Learn the characteristic rhythms and techniques used in some of the world's most remarkable music. All the music in this book is arranged for the drumset and will enlighten every drummer?from beginners to advanced players. Volume 1 of this series features the diverse music from six distinct parts of the world. From the catchy rhythms of Cuba to the complex patterns of India, this book will give you all the tools you need to infuse your playing with a new and unique flavor. An MP3 CD with hours of music is included to demonstrate all the examples in the book.