Rhythmic Patterns

Rhythmic Patterns
Author: Joe Cusatis
Publisher: Alfred Music
Total Pages: 92
Release: 1999-10-23
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9781457445958

The purpose of this book is to take rhythmic figures, originally learned on the snare drum, and apply them to the drumset. In doing this, the student is introduced to several cross sticking and drum-to-drum patterns using eighth, triplet and sixteenth notes. This approach to the drumset is an excellent way to develop the coordination and speed of getting around the drums with ease, while also helping with soloing.

Style Studies for the Creative Drummer

Style Studies for the Creative Drummer
Author: John Xepoleas
Publisher: Alfred Music Publishing
Total Pages: 72
Release: 1993-11
Genre: Drum set
ISBN: 9780757910760

A collection of studies on rock, jazz, and Latin rhythms designed to increase a drummer's versatility. Each study contains basic rhythms plus practical variations---all proven successful in numerous playing situations. Includes John's phrasing techniques which are applied to all the rhythms. With discography and audio, this revised and updated method provides a perfect base for the teacher and student to help focus on the three main genres of music.

World-Beat & Funk Grooves

World-Beat & Funk Grooves
Author: Alan Dworsky
Publisher: SCB Distributors
Total Pages: 132
Release: 2012-08-05
Genre: Music
ISBN: 0985739851

If you've got a drumset and you know how to make the basic strokes, you're ready to get started. This book uses an ingenious method that makes complex rhythms magically emerge out of simple sequences of body movements. Within days you'll be playing world-beat and funk grooves that usually take months to master. The method is based on a style of playing called "linear drumming." "Linear" simply means you only play one note at a time. That's why it's great for beginners. Instead of learning separate parts for your hands and feet and then layering one on top of the other, you only have to learn a single pattern that moves note by note from limb to limb. It's as easy as connecting the dots. Please note: audio files of the CDs that came with the print version of this book are not included in this ebook version (but are available separately).

Sticking patterns

Sticking patterns
Author: Gary Chaffee
Publisher: Alfred Music Publishing
Total Pages: 112
Release: 1994-04
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9780769234762

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 drumset performance. In Sticking Patterns, Gary's unique approach to the use of stickings on the set is explored. Completely different from the rudiments, Gary's system is designed specifically for drumset performance, both for creating time feels as well as for filling and soloing. Also included are sections on accented single stokes, as well as the use of double strokes on the set.

Rhythm & Meter Patterns

Rhythm & Meter Patterns
Author: Gary Chaffee
Publisher: Alfred Music Publishing
Total Pages: 92
Release: 1994-07
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9780769234694

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 drumset performance. Rhythm and Meter Patterns introduces the student to a wide range of rhythmic and metric possibilities, including odd rhythms, mixed meters, polyrhythms, and metric modulation.

Drumset 101

Drumset 101
Author: Rob Silverman
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications
Total Pages: 53
Release: 2015-09-02
Genre: Music
ISBN: 161065529X

This beginning method book presents an overview of today's 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.

Studies in Drumset Independence Volume One

Studies in Drumset Independence Volume One
Author: Todd "Vinny" Vinciguerra
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications
Total Pages: 81
Release: 2010-10-07
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1609743628

This book is the perfect aid to help beginning to advanced drummers learn four-way coordination, or limb independence. Chapter One teaches students many eighth note drum set patterns, each one building on the one before. Chapter Two adds sixteenth note bass drum patterns to the eighth note hand patterns learned in Chapter One. the patterns are further reinforced by having the student play them in four-bar phrases. the student should not simply play the pattern written on the page, but should make it groove and come alive with emotion!

You Can Teach Yourself Drums

You Can Teach Yourself Drums
Author: James Morton
Publisher: Mel Bay Publications
Total Pages: 91
Release: 2015-12-11
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1609749170

Drumming made accessible for the complete beginner! This easy to follow book teaches basic drum set percussion concepts progressively, so that is you stick with it, you will have a good foundation upon which to further build your musicianship. Four learning tracks are presented in the book: Technique- including the grip, sticking, and methods used to achieve musical sounds, as well as the principle of learning good habits from the beginning. Reading-basic reading principles are introduced in this book in logical sequence. Writing-By actually notating the rhythms you find challenging, you'll develop an increasingly intimate awareness of the note and rest values if which they are comprised. Application-after basic principles are introduced, you'll have the opportunity to apply them in musical context. an optional DVD or CD demonstrating the examples in the book is available.

The Drum Set Crash Course

The Drum Set Crash Course
Author: Russ Miller
Publisher: Alfred Music Publishing
Total Pages: 96
Release: 1996-11
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9781576235225

This book covers the essential foundations and grooves that will prepare the drummer for a variety of musical situations encountered on the average professional gig. Designed to be an encyclopedia of many drumming styles, The Drum Set Crash Course covers Afro-Cuban and Brazilian, blues, country, hip hop, jazz, reggae, rock, and much more.