Drums

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. This is not just another drum book, but rather a system that will help you develop the skills needed to master today's studio requirements. By working with this book, you'll improve your reading, concentration, coordination, right and left-hand lead, andawareness of the click. This revised edition contains a CD with an interview with Chester.

This sequel to The New Breed is a more advanced book that teaches a method for learning total independence and creativity. It was started by Gary Chester and completed by his student Chris Adams after Gary's death. Topics covered include: cross bonuses, wac-a-chuck bonuses, disco, funk, swing, 8th-note triplet bonuses, 16th-note triplet melodies, odd times, and much more. Includes a special tribute to Gary Chester.

Endorsed by notables like Hal Blaine, Peter Erskine, Jim Chapin, and more, this book features a comprehensive, non-rudimental approach to the drumset for beginners to professionals! It combines straight drum-to-drum patterns with cross-sticking configurations, and includes open-ended free-style drum patterns for use as solos and fills.

Level III.

Features transcriptions of Dave Grohl's actual drum tracks on 17 hits culled from four albums: Bleach, Nevermind, Incesticide and In Utero. Includes the songs: About a Girl All Apologies Blew Come as You Are Dumb Heart Shaped Box In Bloom Lithium (New Wave) Polly Smells like Teen Spirit and more. Also includes a drum notation legend.

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, and also enhanced so PC & Mac users can adjust the recording to any tempo without changing the pitch! Includes 8 great Nirvana anthems: About a Girl All Apologies Come as You Are Dumb Heart Shaped Box In Bloom Lithium Smells like Teen Spirit.

Written by the founder, publisher & editor of Modern Drummer magazine, Paradiddle Power is a unique study of the many applications of single, double, and triple paradiddles around the drumset, designed to increase players' speed, creativity, and fluency.

Peter Erskine is internationally renowned for his drumming skills, and equally admired for his teaching abilities. The Drum Perspective draws upon Erskine's wealth of knowledge and experience to illuminate the mystery of making music that is aesthetically satisfying to listener and musician alike. The Drum Perspective is like a series of private lessons that can be enjoyed anywhere, at any time. Not just for drummers, it is also designed for other instrumentalists and vocalists who work with drummers. The CD includes tracks representing some of Erskine's best work, and the book includes transcriptions and charts of many of the performances, plus specific exercises to enhance a drummer's ability, creativity and awareness.

The ultimate self-teaching method designed to offer quality instruction, terrific songs, and a professional-quality CD with 99 full-demo tracks and a DVD that demonstrates the concepts in the book. This drum series can be used by students who want to teach themselves or by teachers for private or group instruction. Simply follow the tips and lessons in the book as you listen to the teacher on the CD. This package is a complete guide to the basics, covering: beats, songs, and fills; all musical styles; playing tips and techniques; music notation; and more. Learn at your own pace and open the door to the world of drum music! Also available: Play Drums Today Songbook (HL00842039).

This ultimate self-teaching method for drums can be used by students who want to teach themselves, or by teachers for private or group study. Offers instruction on: beats, songs and fills; all musical styles; playing tips and techniques; music notation; and more. Songs: Friends in Low Places The House Is Rockin' I Saw Her Standing There Never Gonna Let You Go What I Like About You.