Percussive Notes calls Drumcraft “very thorough and well sequenced” and Modern Drummer says it's “useful and a heck of a lot of fun!” Author Andy Ziker bases his unique new beginning method on his many years of playing and teaching experience. He covers these topics in detail: how to practice; drumset vocabulary; techniques for hands and feet; sticking options; reading, writing & playing rhythms; beginning patterns; rock beats & fills; and much more. The two accompanying CDs let students hear all of the examples. They are playable on any CD player, and also enhanced so Mac & PC users can adjust the recordings to any tempo without changing the pitch – perfect for learning!

Among the many useful topics addressed in this package are the basic role of the drummer, the concept of pocket, learning basic song form, versatility (being able to play various styles), soloing in a musical situation, playing with a click, working with electronics, and conducting business professionally. These discussions are aimed at players of all levels who want to get more and better gigs. There are also informative and useful sections dealing with playing ballads, getting good tone from your drums, working with a group, and dealing with different types of gigs, from clubs to bus tours to sessions. Interspersed among the educational segments are killer performances from Gorden and his group, The E&G Band, playing various song styles and grooves. There are also interview/advice segments from other famous working drummers, including Aaron Spears, Russ Miller, Will Kennedy, and a segment with jazz/fusion great George Duke, who also performs with Gorden. Produced by Campbell and Eric Dorris (filmmaker behind Todd Sucherman's great DVDs) and released on the Hudson Ltd. label, the main program of the DVD runs approximately one hour and 45 minutes, and is followed by extensive bonus footage including a detailed tour of Gorden's gear (with explanations of the instruments) and a lengthy interview highlighting Gorden's childhood, development, career, and more. Campbell's resume – which includes Earth. Wind, and Fire; George Duke; Jessica Simpson; Ne-Yo; Whitney Houston; The American Idol Tour; Mary J. Blige; and Jonathan Butler – clearly illustrates his qualifications for creating such a DVD. The program contains advice and discussion on career-related topics often overlooked on other DVDs, as well as lots of great playing.

This enjoyable and challenging exercise system will elevate your body to entirely new levels of coordination and independence on the drumset. With the use of ostinatos, you will work your way, step by step, through a well-organized system of common patterns and rhythms for each hand and foot. Not only will Drumset Coordination unlock your muscles, it will open your mind to many new possibilities of drumset playing and will help you realize your full musical potential. A unique and efficient approach to building drumset control and confidence, this book is a must-have for the serious drummer.

The Faber Graded Rock & Pop Series Drums Songbook: Initial – Grade 1 provides the perfect resource for the budding rock and pop musician. Specially arranged to follow the parameters for Initial to Grade 1 as set out by Trinity for the “own choice song” option in their Rock & Pop exams, each song also includes handy hints and tips and a fantastic sound-alike backing track suitable for practice, performance and the exams.

Rock Etudes For Drum Set is the companion book to Etudes For Drum Set. In this book, three and four-way coordination between the snare, hi-hat and bass drum is featured within the highly practical framework of a steady rock cymbal rhythm. Most of the etudes are four to eight lines in duration, and meant to be read from start to finish without stopping. Preparatory exercises precede most of the etudes, and these exercises do just that - prepare you for the coordinated rhythmic patterns found within a particular etude.

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