Rick Kvistad Accent Studies And Etudes For Percussion PDF. Play all studies slowly enough to be comfortable and relaxed. Gradually increase the tempo, but stay relaxed. Use the metronomic markings on the etudes as a goal for that Etude and corresponding Study. Rick Kvistad has been the principal percussionist and Associate Principal Timpanist of the San Francisco Opera Orchestra since 1980. Before that he had the same title with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra. He has performed on numerous recordings such as the Star Wars Trilogy by John Williams. Rick has had an interest in combining musical elements of classical,...

Alan Dawson The Drummer’s Complete Vocabulary PDF. This book, with its two audio CDs, is the closest you’ll come to being able to actually take lessons with the drumming legend himself who is no longer with us. The inclusion of Dawson talking about and demonstrating some of the lessons himself, is the icing on the cake. Whether or not you are a fan of Alan Dawson’s style, you’ll find something of value in this book. Not only will it help improve your sight reading skills but it will increase your overall technique and four-way coordination as well. Highly recommended...

Terry Burrows How To Read Music PDF. It is a self-contained audio-visual tutor. In ten lessons, you will learn the basics of sight reading as well as the general principles of music theory. New ideas of increasing complexity are systematically introduced as you proceed through the course. These are reinforced by frequent reading and listening exercises. When you complete the course you’ll find that you have enough knowledge to understand even the most demanding pieces of music. This book is an ideal primer for musicians of every level, from the complete novice to the expert player who never learned...

Dante Agostini Solfege Rythmique Cahier № 1 PDF. Another great book from maestro Dante Agostini. This book covers all the basics in a phased manner. It is not just drummers, but all musicians who wish to improve their own pace. Dante pioneer, innovator and creator of teaching rhythm! Don’t miss a chance to learn rhythm techniques from master. Tous simplement, l’ouvrage de référence quand on parle d’apprentissage du rythme et de la lecture de celui-ci! Cet ouvrage aborde tous les rudiments de manière progressive. Il ne s’adresse pas seulement aux batteurs, mais à tous les musiciens qui souhaitent perfectionner...

Charles Dowd Jazz, Rock and Latin Sourcebook PDF. This book & CD takes the concept of the drum dictionary to a new level: 100 grooves for drums and bass that explore every style of musical performance are written and recorded for maximum impact. The concept of combining the drums and the bass truly makes this a unique and definitive resource for all percussionists. The groove patterns in this book will provide playing material for the drummer and bassist enabling the development of solid ensemble skills and steady “time feel” in many contemporary styles. Practice your favorite grooves but also...

Dave Weckl Ultimate Play Along Level 1, Volume 1 PDF. A truly exceptional package allowing the beginner to intermediate drummer to practice with a pre-recorded band. The seven tracks cover a wide range of styles such as straight eighths, sixteenth feel, rock shuffle, rock ballad, Latin, straight-ahead jazz, and rock & roll. Includes a “roadmap” chart for each tune. The charts are the real deal, and Dave treats you as a peer as he prepares you to run the charts. The tunes are widely varied and it’s a blast to play with these GREAT players! Really, this one is...

In Technique Patterns, the student is challenged with a variety of routines designed to increase technical in the hands and feet. Included are exercises on finger control, endurance, multiple-note playing, hand-foot combinations and more. The Patterns Series The four books contained in the Patterns series have been designed to help students in developing an awareness of the types of materials currently being used in contemporary music drum performance. Through the books, many suggestions will be made concerning how these materials can be applied to the drum set. Students should feel free to experiment with these possibilities, as well as...

Gary Chaffee Time Functioning Patterns PDF. Focuses on time functioning skills in both the jazz and rock areas. Topics include cymbal ostinatos and linear phrasing, as well as melodic and harmonic jazz coordination. The four-volume Patterns series by Gary Chaffee is one of the most contemporary and comprehensive drum methods available. Endorsed by many of today’s top players, the books cover a wide range of materials, and will help students develop the kinds of skills necessary for drum set performance. The Patterns books are designed to be used in any order, or in combination with one another. A must...

Dante Agostini Preparation For Sight-Reading PDF. This instrument sight-reading book Is designed to familiarize the student with the rhythmic and Instrumental difficulties he will encounter In musical scores. These sight-reading studies will show the student how important It is to read music and have good technique (see the Dante Agostini 6 rudiments and 6 drum methods). Studies for drums, Vol. 1 is necessary to work with this book. It Indicates the “right hand”, “left hand” attacks, or the method of using the rudiments or scores on drums. Studies for drums, vol. 0-5 discuss techniques from beginners to professionals (see...

Buddy Rich Modern Interpretation Of Snare Drum Rudiments PDF. The result of the combined efforts of the Rich-Adler partnership is a book with all the fundamental material needed for an instructive drum method. In addition to the elementary principles of music, there are eighty-three lessons of exercises and rudiments, twenty-one reading exercises, ten exercises employing rudiments, forty-six advanced rhythmic studies and a list of the most frequently used musical terms. All of the material has been carefully graded as to difficulty. Buddy Rich’s Modern Interpretation of Snare Drum Rudiments not only differs from all other drum books, in that...