For All Instruments-Rhythmic studies designed to develop accuracy and speed in sight reading.

Mastering the Snare Drum is a comprehensive method developed over many years of teaching and playing incorporating both traditional and modern techniques. The book includes extensive commentary on the music and techniques in eachlesson making it an exceptional choice for self-study. Current and past lesson reviews also make this book easy to use when studying with a teacher. This method was designed to guide the student swiftly through a variety ofconcepts to prevent boredom. Still it thoroughly covers all aspects of playing the snare drum and techniques used in classical music rock jazz and more. Beginning with the operation and tuning of the drum and progressing to allfacets of technique this book will provide a wide array of material for all learners. Includes access to online audio.

Snare Force One and accompanying video are a comprehensive guide to playing the snare drum. The material teaches you how to read music notation play and practice in time and how to accelerate your progress atany grade level for symphonic and marching bands. 'Mission Summary Check Points' have been strategically placed along the way letting you know when to progress. With this book drummers at any skill level can take theirspeed clarity and power to higher levels than ever thought possible. More advanced players will enjoy the Delta section which includes unique proven chop building exercises that are specifically designed to help increasehand speed clarity and power in all drumming aspects. The video also includes a special guest appearance and lesson from Scott Johnson the renowned drum instructor for the 2012 World Champion Concord Blues Devils.

An invaluable reference guide for drummers of all genres this Snare Drum Rudiments Chart features the 40 international drum rudiments with a short description and the patten in drumnotation. The 40 Snare Drum Rudiments are essential playing for any drummer as they form the basis of more extended and complex patterns. From the Single Stroke Roll to the TripleRatamacue these are fundamental parts of modern drumming from rock to jazz and make an excellent inclusion to everyday practising. With the expansive folding design of the Snare Drum RudimentsChart the wealth of crucial information contained within is available practically and conveniently. The short description helps you to understand the rudiments while the notation tells you exactly how to play it. With40 rudiments the chart covers everything from basic to complex rolls single and multiple paradiddles flams and more complex permutations of these. Also included is a helpful diagrammatic image of a snare drum detailing itsanatomy as well as showing the two standard drum stick grips. The Snare Drum Rudiments Chart is packed with 40 fundamental snare drum patterns that are essential for drummers of any genreto know.

for snare drum-Learn and Play is a new snare drum method aimed at people who want to learn to play with or without a teacher. In common with all good teaching methods the book places great emphasis on the development of musicality and the beginnings of good ensemble playing. In addition to this it has chapters which focus on to posture movement and sound.

Melodic Rudiments With Backing Tracks In All Styles-Learning drum rudiments is essential for every drummer but just practicing with a pad or a snare drum speeding up then slowing down in the traditional method can become a bit tedious.This book has been designed to help intermediate and advanced drummers develop rudiment speed with play-along tracks that start slowly accelerate then slow back down. But what sets it apart from other rudiment books is musical grooves in a number of different styles which help the drummer to hear the sticking patterns. The melodies in the tracks mirror and/or compliment the left and right hands of the rudiment.This book and the accompanying play-alongs will motivate anydrummer to work longer and become better at rudiments because they make practice fun!

This book of 54 progressive solos and duets makes performing easier! Part 1 offers well-graded exercises to improve playing skills and Part 2 covers all percussion instruments helping percussion groups develop an ensemble feeling.Includes orchestral examples from Bartok Bernstein Rimsky-Korsakov Stravinsky Prokofiev and more.

Alfred's Drum Method, Books 1 and 2 are the ideal teaching tools to help prepare beginning players for all styles of snare drum and percussion performance. Book 1 contains 80 pages of sequential instruction covering rudimental studies, roll studies, contest solos, and bass drum and cymbal technique. Book 1 also includes 23 solos suitable for recitals and contests. Book 2 is much more than just a snare drum method! It continues the learning process by covering additional rudimental studies, tonal properties of the snare drum, theme and variations, musical forms, solos and duets. Book 2 also covers traditional rudimental style, corps style (by Jay Wanamaker), orchestral style, accessory instruments, and multiple-percussion techniques. The DVD includes demonstrations of all the rudiments and accessory instruments, plus solo performances by the authors.

comprehensive band method-(Essential Elements for Band and Essential Elements Interactive are fully compatible with Essential Elements 2000)Essential Elements for Band offers beginning students sound pedagogy andengaging music all carefully paced to successfully start young players on their musical journey. EE features both familiar songs and specially designed exercises created and arranged for the classroom in a unison-learningenvironment as well as instrument-specific exercises to focus each student on the unique characteristics of their own instrument. EE provides both teachers and students with a wealth of materials to develop total musicianship even at the beginning stages.Books 1 and 2 also include access to Essential Elements Interactive (EEi) the ultimate online music education resource - anywhere anytime and on any device. Go to www.essentialelementsinteractive.com to learn more! Book 2 features: ? Book 1 review section? Daily Warm-ups? Rhythm Raps sight-reading and improvisation?Theory history and multicultural music? Creativity and assessment? Instrument-specific etudes? Rubank Studies and solo? 12 full band arrangements including a plannedconcert Book also includes My EE Library* (www.myeelibrary.com) - Instant Stream/Download/CD*...with Play-along mp3 tracks for ALL exercises*Internet access required for My EELibrary. Book includes instructions to order free optional CD.