Alfreds Beginning Drumset Method by Sandy Feldstein & Dave Black
This comprehensive method is a practical approach to playing the drumset. Included, are 48 perfectly sequenced pages displaying outstanding instruction for basic drumset beats, embellishments for the left hand and bass drum, drum fills in context, drum fills utilizing the bass drum, sixteenth notes, triplets and advanced drum beats. Students start their first lesson playing an actual beat. The book is divided into two sections: rock and jazz. Each section teaches the use of hi-hat, ride cymbal, snare drum and bass drum in their respective styles. Difficulty: Beginning - Intermediate, 48 pages.