Drums

Written by Modern Drummer publisher Ron Spagnardi, Snare Drum Duets offers a selection of 25 challenging duets ranging in difficulty from simple to complex. A wide assortment of time signatures is used throughout the book, from 2/4 and common time, to 5/8, 7/8 and 12/8, among others. This book can be used for two players in duet format (remembering to alternate parts), as individual solos for improvement of basic reading skills, or for play-along with the enclosed CD, which includes a separate recording of both parts for each duet. Conscientious practice of the material in Snare Drum Duets will improve both reading and technical skills, regardless of the manner in which the book is used. Ideal for high school and college-level percussionists, this book/CD pack is fun for students and teachers.

This book provides the advancing percussionist with interesting solo material in all musical styles. It is designed as a lesson supplement, or as performance material for recitals and solo competitions. Includes: 40 intermediate snare drum solos presented in easy-to-read notation; a music glossary; Percussive Arts Society rudiment chart; suggested sticking, dynamics and articulation markings; and much more!

Play your favorite songs quickly and easily with the Drum Play-Along Series. Just follow the drum notation, listen to the CD to hear how the drums should sound, then play along using the separate backing tracks. The lyrics are also included for quick reference. The audio CD is playable on any CD player. For PC and MAC computer users, the CD is enhanced so you can adjust the recording to any tempo without changing the pitch! Includes: Cult of Personality Heaven's on Fire Rock of Ages Shake Me Smokin' in the Boys Room Talk Dirty to Me We're Not Gonna Take It You Give Love a Bad Name.

Play your favorite songs quickly and easily with the Drum Play-Along series. Just follow the drum notation, listen to the CD to hear how the drums should sound, then play along using the separate backing tracks. The lyrics are also included for quick reference. The audio CD is playable on any CD player. For PC and MAC computer users, the CD is enhanced so you can adjust the recording to any tempo without changing the pitch! Includes: Alive Been Caught Stealing Cherub Rock Give It Away I Alone I'll Stick Around No Excuses Smells like Teen Spirit.

A must-read for every drummer, this exceptional book by Modern Drummer magazine founder and publisher Ron Spagnardi will help you become the master of your kit! It features over 1,000 accent exercises using mixed stickings, rolls, flams and accents around the drums.

Maria Martinez provides in-depth coverage of: Mambo, Songo, Nanigo and Mozambique patterns; cowbell and ride cymbal variations; studies to develop left-foot clave; ostinatos, rhythm studies, 2-bar phrases; and much more! The CD features 40 full-band tracks with demos and play-alongs.

Glen Caruba is a talented percussionist who has worked with Bruce Springsteen, Sheryl Crow, Don Henley, Bruce Hornsby, Arturo Sandoval, and others. His comprehensive guide to traditional and contemporary styles of Afro-Cuban drumming will start the beginner out right and help professionals come up with new rhythms and ideas in this increasingly popular genre.