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Getting Started on Drums Featuring Tommy Igoe DVD - Setting Up / Start Playing
Tommy Igoe brings his 25 years of teaching and playing experience to bear, creating the first DVD for beginner drummers! He takes you on a journey that starts with taking a brand new drum set out of the box and gets you started making music right away.
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Beyond bop drumming [Book] by John Riley, Dan Thress
Beyond Bop Drumming is John Riley's exciting follow-up to the critically acclaimed Art of Bop Drumming. Based on the drumming advancements of the post-bop period of the 1960s, the book and audio topics include: broken time playing, ride-cymbal variations, up-tempo unison ideas, implied time metric modulation, solo ideas, solo analysis, complete transcriptions, and play-along tunes. Learn More -
The art of bop drumming [Book+CD] by John Riley, Dan Thress
The definitive book on bop drumming -- a style that is both the turning point and the cornerstone of contemporary music's development. This comprehensive book and audio presentation covers time playing, comping, soloing, brushes, more jazz essentials, and charts in an entertaining mix of text, music, and pertinent quotes. Learn More -
Time Functioning Patterns Book + CD by Gary Chaffee
Patterns is one of the most comprehensive drum methods available. Covering a wide range of materials, the books can be used in any order, or in any combination with one another. They are a must for developing the kinds of skills necessary for drum set performance. Time-Functioning Patterns includes materials dealing with rock cymbal ostinatos, jazz independence, and the new linear phrasing concept that Gary developed. Learn More -
The Erskine Method for Drumset: Book & DVD [Book] by Peter Erskine
The legendary Peter Erskine reveals the techniques and secrets behind his success in this unique Book and DVD set!. An eye-opening look into the mind of one of the world's greatest drums adds depth to every drummer's playing! Features include drumset basics, the grip, chart reading and interpretation, over 300 beats to practice, warm-up exercises, and complete charts to play along with the DVD. Plus, tips and instructions for playing fills, comping, soloing, ensemble playing, and using brushes make this the perfect fit for drummers everywhere! The included DVD features Peter demonstrating rhythm and techniques, talking about his playing philosophy, plus interviews with members of the Erskine Quartet! Learn More -
Progressive Steps to Syncopation for the Modern Drummer By Ted Reed
Voted second on Modern Drummer's list of 25 Greatest Drum Books in 1993, Progressive Steps to Syncopation for the Modern Drummer is one of the most versatile and practical works ever written for drums. Created exclusively to address syncopation, it has earned its place as a standard tool for teaching beginning drummers syncopation and strengthening reading skills. This book includes many accented eighths, dotted eighths and sixteenths, eighth-note triplets and sixteenth notes for extended solos. In addition, teachers can develop many of their own examples from it. Learn More -
Advanced techniques for the modern drummer: Coordinated independence as applied to jazz and be-bop [Book] by Jim Chapin
The classic jazz independence book is now new and improved and with two CDs! Jim Chapin, known as the "Father of Jazz Independence," has written one of the most popular drumset books of all time. This classic work should be in every drummer's library as there is always something new to learn and develop from this masterful book. Whether for a beginner or an accomplished drummer, this system will greatly improve independence and coordination, sticking, power, and speed and endurance on the drumset. Dedicated to Sanford Moeller, this book proves Jim's teaching techniques like no other. Learn More -
Hal Leonard Baby Steps to Giant Steps - Turn It Up & Lay It Down Series - Percussion - Jim Rupp
Baby Steps to Giant Steps is a complete instructional jazz play-along package with a unique twist. The included minus-drums CD features 11 tracks that gradually step up in tempo from 100 to 310 BPM. Based on classic jazz standards, these play-along tunes give the drummer the opportunity to work on increasing his/her jazz drumming facility in a real-world musical fashion. Learn More -
Hal Leonard The New Breed - Revised Edition with CD - Systems for the Development of Your Own Creativity - Percussion
Gary Chester was one of the busiest studio drummers of the '60s and '70s and played on hundreds of hit records. His systems have been used and endorsed by drummers such as Kenny Aronoff, Danny Gottlieb, and Dave Weckl. Learn More -
Hal Leonard Groove Essentials - The Play-Along - A Complete Groove Encyclopedia for the 21st Century Drummer - Percussion
Represents a new-generation play-along package and a Gigantic leap over anything else previously available in this vein with over 6 hours of music, including 47 grooves and feels from all over the world-most in two tempos-88 tracks in all, truly professional sketch charts and incisive text by Tommy. Learn More -
The Encyclopedia Of Double Bass Drumming
Bobby Rondinelli of Rainbow, Black Sabbath and Blue Öyster Cult and master teacher Michael Lauren from the Drummers Collective have put together the most comprehensive text ever written on the subject of double bass drumming. It features hundreds of innovative warm up, beat and fill exercises, tips for getting started, a discography of important double bass recordings, plus a timeline of the most important double bass drummers in history, including photos of their setups. A must for all drummers interested in improving their double bass technique! Learn More -
Harold Jones Interpretation of Big Band Swing Drumming. A Workbook by Danny Gottlieb and Harold Jones
This book features 76 drum parts in the style of Harold's performance with Count Basie. Learn More -
Todd Sucherman Methods and Mechanics II
A Companion Book to the Award-Winning DVD.
The Methods and Mechanics Companion Book is based on Todd Sucherman’s first award-winning DVD release of the same name. Co-authored and transcribed by drummer/educator/journalist Brad Schlueter, this book contains note-for-note transcriptions of Todds amazing performances on 8 songs and 5 drum solos. The songs represent Todd’s playing with Styx, Jerry Goodman, and Taylor Mills. All 8 songs, as well as 4 play-along tracks, are contained in the included audio. Covering every note of each song and solo, the amazingly detailed transcriptions are accompanied by analysis and practice suggestions from both Todd and Brad.
Also included are bonus lessons on Todds approach to double bass drumming and applying rudiments and hybrids to the drum set. This package presents an unprecedented educational analysis of the approach that has made Todd one of the most in-demand and popular rock drummers on the scene today. Todd’s playing represents both great chops and incredible feel, and all intermediate- to advanced-level drummers will benefit from checking out this material.
Physical books include an audio CD with the musical tracks, while instant download versions of the book feature audio that is embedded within the book, itself.
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Rhythm by the Numbers by Ralph Humhrey
Rhythm by the Numbers provides a fundamental and comprehensive way to learn and use rhythm in drumming. Learn More -
Survival Guide for the Modern Drummer By Jim Riley
Survival Guide for the Modern Drummer contains 318 grooves and 124 fully produced play along tracks in every genre. From pop to swing, metal to latin, country to Motown, this book is the best resource for you to become a more well rounded drummer and will give you the tools to survive as a pro player. Learn More -
Jost Nickels Groove Book/BK&CD
In Groove Book, Jost Nickel not only shows what makes a good groove but also demonstrates how it is played. The book includes a wide variety of possibilities for creating your own great grooves and playing them in different ways to expand your own pattern repertoire. This book & MP3-CD set give you the necessary tools for your drumming to feel good, so the groove happens naturally. The good groove starts with you! Learn More -
Jojo Mayer Secret Weapons for the Modern Drummer Part II: A Guide To Foot Technique
*Pre-order* Should be available mid November.
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Drum Channel - The Evolution of Tony Royster Jr. - 2 DVD set
A percussion and drum DVD set that takes fellow drummers through Tony Royster Jr.'s progression from a child prodigy to performing with his mentors. Learn More -
Drum Channel - Buddy Rich: Up Close - DVD
Modern Drummer magazine commented, "Whether you're a longtime Buddy fan or you're just discovering his talents, this DVD, which features six songs performed by Buddy Rich and filmed in a club with Rich's big band, is one to check out . . . Fun and inspiring, with lots of wow." Learn More -
Stanton Moore - Take It To The Street: A Traditional Approach To New Orleans Drumming - DVD Video
Stanton Moore Illustrates how to blend contemporary ideas such as simple stickings, linear drumming and the combination of other styles with the traditional Second Line to create a new approach! Learn More -
Buddy Rich Memorial Scholarship Concerts DVD (2)
The world's finest drummers came together with the Buddy Rich Big Band on October 14, 1989 to honor Buddy Rich. This 2-DVD set features Neil Peart, Dennis Chambers, Dave Weckl, Steve Gadd, Louie Bellson, Gregg Bissonette, Vinnie Colaiuta, Marvin "Smitty" Smith, Steve Smith, Omar Hakim, and Will Calhoun. These highly anticipated Buddy Rich Memorial Scholarship Concerts DVDs contain the complete original series and special features, including a photo gallery and three bonus performances starring Buddy Rich. Learn More -
John Riley's The Master Drummer [DVD]
The Master Drummer is based on over 40 years of observing and studying the master players. Throughout this DVD, renowned player, author, and teacher John Riley defines and explores the four key musical components drummers must develop in order to play at the highest level. John's insightful approach will help any drummer grow, regardless of level or style, and will lead to positive results in the achievement of one's musical goals. Learn More -
Drumset Independence & Syncopation: A Unique Method That Integrates Independent Coordination and the Use of Syncopated Rhythms [Book] by Dave Black
This method explores the most common syncopated rhythms found in jazz and improves coordinated independence and reading skills. Includes sections on snare drum and bass drum independence, drum fills in context, section and ensemble figures, 1-, 2- and 4-bar ensemble figures, and ensemble "shout chorus" solos. 80 pages. Learn More -
Alfred's Beginning Drumset Method [Book] by Dave Black
This innovative method is a practical approach to playing the drumset. Students start their first lesson by actually playing a beat! The book is divided into two sections: Rock and Jazz. Students will learn how the hi-hat, ride cymbal, snare, and bass drum are used in each style. A play-along CD corresponding to the drum charts is included. Learn More -
Hal Leonard Vic Firthᄄ Presents Groove Essentials 2.0 with Tommy Igoe - The Groove Encyclopedia for the Advanced 21st-Century Drummer - Percussion
The second edition of the best-selling original Groove Essentials features a DVD and companion book/CD package with 53 brand new grooves and over 100 variations for intermediate to advanced players. Students will learn the difference between ghost and grace notes (while being encouraged to experiment with both in all six groove "families") as well as important "go-to" grooves, like the Train and Bo-Diddley beats. Learn More -
Hal Leonard Brazilian Rhythms for Drum Set and Percussion - Berklee Labs
Spice up your percussion rhythms and grooves with this book/CD pack by Brazilian native Alberto Netto! Learn to play the most popular and influential Brazilian rhythms on both traditional percussion instruments and on the drum set. Learn More -
Hal Leonard Stanton Moore Groove Alchemy DVD
Hudson Music and Stanton Moore are thrilled to announce the release of the Groove Alchemy DVD, a complete method for developing a massive vocabulary of grooves in various funk-based styles, along with a historical overview of some of the key grooves in the development of funk. Learn More -
Hal Leonard Benny Greb - The Language of Drumming - A System for Musical Expression - Instructional/Drum/DVD
A revolutionary addition to drum education, this DVD presents the method created and used by internationally-acclaimed drummer Benny Greb to develop his awe-inspiring creativity, musicality and technique. Learn More -
Hal Leonard Secret Weapons for the Modern Drummer - Jojo Mayer - Instructional/Drum/DVD
Jojo Mayers Secret Weapons for the Modern Drummer is recommended for drummers of every age, style and skill level. The double-DVD, 3-hour set is available from the Limited division of Hudson Music and covers a wide range of information on drumming technique, from the most fundamental to the most advanced. Learn More -
Hal Leonard Tommy Igoe - Groove Essentials - - DVD
Tommy Igoe's Groove Essentials DVD is based on the definitive collection of contemporary Rock, Jazz, R&B/Funk and World/Ethnic drumming styles contained in the Groove Essentials poster that Igoe and Vic Firth developed last year. Learn More -
Hal Leonard Steve Jordan - The Groove Is Here - DVD - Instructional/Drum/DVD
This is the first instructional program by drummer's drummer and Grammy Award winner Steve Jordan, who offers a fascinating look into how and why he plays. Learn More