SKU: MB.93301M
ISBN 9780786692859. UPC: 786692855. 8.75 x 11.75 inches.
Take your creativity to another level with this book. Rock music is, or should be, a form of personal expression. This text was written to encourage and develop the drummers ability to create and develop his own ideas from a solid foundation. This is one in a series of books that deals with rhythmic improvisation, one of the most important aspects of rock drumming. Topics covered in this book are: The Rock Feeling, The Variations and Development of a Basic Figure, Rhythmic Improvisation, Solos, and Cymbal Variations with the Right Hand. Recording by Frank Briggs. Includes access to online audio.
SKU: MB.94492M
ISBN 9780786686278. 8.75 x 11.75 inches.
All 26 drum rudiments are clearly and sequentially presented. There are several exercises designed to develop each rudiment, followed by summaries. Each rudiment is then utilized in a musical context in progressively written rudimental solos. Every lesson builds on those that came before, giving students a chance to practice what they have learned and reinforcing skills that will be used over and over. Included in this method are eight solos written for snare drum. These solos contain all of the newly learned music concepts that were presented throughout the book. The eight solos are ideal for band tryouts, recitals, and solo and ensemble contest. Includes access to online audio.
SKU: MB.30974M
ISBN 9781513467931. 8.75x11.75 inches.
The Groove Schoolbook is a complete guide to the most common drum set patterns used in rock, pop, funk, and shuffle music. It is also a handy source of more than 2500 possible technical combinations that will prepare a drummer for the stylistic variety of the most common grooves in modern drumming.Written in standard drum set notation, the book can be used by students and drummers of all ages, levels, and backgrounds. It can also be used by professionals as a reference book, or by anyone preparing for a university percussion program. The bookâ??s intricate and interesting patterns will help students develop ambidexterity and four-limb independence. Includes access to online audio.Hailed by Billboard Magazine as â??â?¦one of the best Latin-American drummers nowadays,â? Randolf Jimenez is a respected drummer, percussionist, composer and educator who has worked with many Grammy and Latin-Grammy award-winning artists and musicians. He is also an outstanding drum instructor in the Toronto area. Visit: www.randolfjimenez.comâ??I love this book because it starts with a basic foundation for beginning students and advances into patterns that all drummers of different levels can use musically.â? Walfredo Reyes Jr.â??Drummer with Chicago, Santana, Traffic, Cristina Aguilera. Visit: www.walfredoreyesjr.com
SKU: MB.93687M
ISBN 9780786691623. 8.75 x 11.75 inches.
A carefully-selected and well-written collection of outstanding drum breaks. Each break develops coordination independence or ear training. The book contains many exercies for drum set. Includes access to online audio.
SKU: MB.94379M
ISBN 9780786688456. 8.5 X 11 inches.
This intermediate to advanced-level book is intended for the serious rock drummer. It demonstrates the obvious benefits of being a versatile percussionist. The author asserts that creative drummers come up with new and exciting patterns from having studied various styles of music; those that exert a lasting influence seem to be constantly aware of styles that could influence their own music. The book includes ten charts, each representative of a rock style that you will surely encounter as you progress as a musician. Includes access to online audio which contains music for all the charts.
SKU: MB.30003M
ISBN 9780786696307. 8.75 x 11.75 inches.
Have you ever heard an awesome drum fill and found yourself air-drumming it out? Odds are after mastering this book youll be able to play it. This book breaks down and explores legendary rock drum fills from groups like Led Zeppelin, The Who, Rush, Nirvana, Dream Theater, Blink 182, Tool, The Mars Volta and more, and teaches the tools and ideas to create your own. All examples are presented in standard drum notation as well as on the companion audio. Includes access to online audio.
SKU: MB.95457M
ISBN 9780786691647. 8.75 x 11.75 inches.
This beginning method book presents an overview of todays contemporary drum rhythms and styles. Rather than focusing on one musical genre, Drumset 101 is a compilation of fundamental coordination exercises that can be applied to many different styles. This book aims to fill the void that has long existed for drum teachers and beginning students, providing one text for all beginning students instead of requiring the purchase of several books covering different styles. Includes access to online audio.
