Benny is a young german drummer, and I’m sure you’ll hear alot of and from him in the future. He shows his technical and musical skills on 6 drumtracks. Between each track there are short movies that also show his funny side. The DVD contains a cymbal solo as well as a section in which he gives some simple examples of his ostinato playing (in german only). German description: Die erste DVD des deutschen Shootingstars! Benny zeigt und erklärt unter anderem seine ostinate Spielweise, soliert auf Becken (nur Becken) und überzeugt durch seine unglaubliche Musikalität! Zudem gibt es 6...

The Language Of Drumming is a game-changing addition to drum education that contains the method created and used by internationally-acclaimed drummer Benny Greb to develop his awe-inspiring creativity, musicality and technique. For any drummer that aspires be a better player and a more complete musician, he’s definitely speaking your language. From the overture and opening credits to the movie-within-a-movie menu, viewers of The Language Of Drumming (Hudson Music) will immediately sense that even though they’re watching a drumming DVD they may well be seeing the beginning of a new era in music education. Beyond its amazingly clever concepts, beautiful...

Performance & Technique features Jarzombek in action performing the frenzied Cancer” and “School,” as well as the Latin-flavored “So It Aint !,” highlighting Bobby’s intricate double bass drum wizardry and his pencha nt for syncopated rhythms and odd-time signatures. Two extended drum solos and a “Live in Japan” on-stage blowout showcase Jarzombek’s mastery of visu al FX such as stick twirling, tosses, and backsticking, accompanied by a na rrated in-depth demonstration. On the instructional side, an 11-step double bass drum workout delves into the how-to of taking two bass drum notes and applying them to sticking patterns to create...

This remarkable three-disc set – two DVDs and play-along CD – takes a unique look at the art of playing with brushes. Brush masters Billy Hart, Eddie Locke, Joe Morello, Charli Persip, and Ben Riley, join drumming greats, Adam Nussbaum and Steve Smith, as they demonstrate and discuss their distinctive brush styles. All seven artists were filmed playing the same tempos and feels, including 4/4 and 3/4 swing at several differrent tempos as well as balads and Latin feels, and each was then interviewed about each performance. By watching these performances back to back, viewers will gain insight into...

Giovanni Hidalgo has been described by some artists as touched by the hand of God. Hidalgo has played a major role in shaping the way the world accepts and embraces hand drumming. With legendary percussionists Tito Puente, Armando Peraza, Patato, and teh late Jose Mangual Sr. topping the list of hist most respected fans, his natural talent has brought new respect to Latin rhythms as well as to the rhythms of his birthplace, Puerto Rico. This special video offers a three-part conga masterclass on rhythms, techniques, rudiments and exercises, and singles, doubles, ruffs, and combinations. For the Intermediate to...

One of the most comprehensive and detailed volumes on hand technique ever produced, Jojo Mayer’s 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 and covers a wide range of information on drumming technique, from the most fundamental to the most advanced. Yet, Secret Weapons is more than just the ultimate instructional method and reference guide, it also showcases the inspiring artistry, musical philosophy and groundbreaking technical abilities of one of today’s most progressive performers and educators. Filmed in crystal...

John Blackwell, world-class groove master and drummer with Prince, offers his approach to developing the astounding technique he has become know for, including key exercises that he used as a student and still uses today. John covers building a solo, single hand rolls, single pedal technique and much more. He also shows, in detail, his amazing stick twirling technique, and explains how he was influenced and inspired by heroes like Lionel Hampton, Sonny Payne and Gene Krupa. Also included on Technique, Grooving and Showmanship is incredible footage of John’s performance at the Modern Drummer Festival 2002 with his band...

A unique method for hand drumming and personal rhythmic development from Glen Velez, the world’s leading frame drummer. HANDANCE is more than learning how to play hand drums: it’s a holistic method for integrating rhythmical ‘visualization’ concepts with physical timekeeping and drumming techniques. The unique ‘stepping,’ singing and drumming exercises build personal drumming confidence and develop a solid rhythmic inner awareness. Language: English Year: 2000 Country: USA Running time: 00:52:17 Quality: VHSRip Video: DivX 5, 704×472, 25.000 fps, 1101 Kbps Audio: PCM , 44.1 KHz, 1 channel, 705.6 Kbps Booklet: No Size: 679 Mb Download Glen Velez – Handance...

This training pack was created for drummers interested in taking their single and double bass drumming to the next level. It teaches unique techniques for improving speed, power, and control with minimal effort based on the “conservation of motion” principle. It is literally revolutionizing the way thousands of drummers around the world play the drums, and can do the same for you. After mastering the basic method – you will then learn dozens of beats, fills, and drum-solo patterns that incorporate this unique method to it’s fullest potential. No long will you have to play the same boring and...

Dennis Chambers is one of the funkiest and most electrifying drummers on today’s music scene. His grooves have burned through recordings by Mike Stern, The Brecker Brothers, Bill Evans, Gary Thomas, Special EFX and more. Here, together for the first time since 1987 with former bandmates John Scofield, Gary Garinger, and Jim Beard, Dennis’ funk-meets-jazz style drives tunes such as So you say, Cissy Strut, and Blue matter. His unique blend of musicality and chops is evident on versions of Pick Hits and Loud Jazz. In addition, Dennis and Gary demonstrates the groundbreaking drum and bass grooves from the...