Drum-Talk, Volume 1, Fundamental Rhythm Studies for Drums - By Lewis Pragasam
A step-by-step tutorial on the study of drumset grooves. The four basic rhythms and beats discussed are: Cha-Cha, Samba, Hip-Hop, and Slow Rock. Contains information on how to use the systems, notation for the various patterns and more. The companion CD is divided into three parts: basic study, combination grooves at a faster tempo and a backing track with “click” for practice. The beats are organized into groups of 15 variations per rhythm study for a total of 60 grooves arranged in sequence for the beginner/intermediate drum student. Difficulty: Beginning - Intermediate. 4 pages.
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Drum-Talk, Volume 2, Fundamental Rhythm Studies for Drums - By Lewis Pragasam
A step-by-step tutorial on the study of drumset grooves. The four basic rhythms and beats discussed are: Rock, Bossa Nova, Funk, and Shuffle. Contains information on how to use the systems, notation for the various patterns and more. The companion CD is divided into three parts: basic study, combination grooves at a faster tempo and a backing track with “click” for practice. The beats are organized into groups of 15 variations per rhythm study for a total of 60 grooves arranged in sequence for the beginner/intermediate drum student.
Difficulty: Beginning - Intermediate. 4 pages. Large Picture.

Earth Rhythms Catalog Vol. 1 -  transcribed by Ivan Krillzarin
Featured here are a total of 94 traditional rhythms (and variations) of Africa, Brazil, the Caribbean and Latin America, scored for drumset, electric bass and bongos. There are 26 supplementary rhythms at the end of the book which were not recorded on the companion CD. Also featured are the author’s comments on the cultural significance of the rhythms. Photos and illustrations of ethnic percussion instruments appear throughout the book. Information of great value for not only bongo and drumset players, but bass players as well. Companion CD included.
Difficulty: Multiple levels, 80 pages. Large Picture.

Easiest Drum Set Book -  by James Morton
This book was written with the novice percussionist in mind. No previous musical experience is required to constructively make your way through this self-instruction course. Basic rhythm reading principles and fills are illustrated and discussed. Drumming concepts are introduced progressively, so that; provided you stay with it; you will gain a solid foundation for drumming technique and overall musicianship.
Difficulty: Beginning, 28 pages. Large Picture.

Fill Workbook: Short Fills and the Tools to Create Your Own - by Dawn Richardson
The purpose of Mel Bay's Fill Workbook is to expand the players' fill vocabulary by helping drummers create short fills. This is a flexible workbook that can be used by beginning and intermediate students and the more advanced drummer. Most playing situations are more about performing songs than solos, and for the drummer this means not only playing grooves, but also helping to cue the band into the various sections as they change. This book is a tool to help the drummer find new ways of playing short fills to break away from the "old favorites." The examples in Fill Workbook are meant to by used as a starting point to initiate ideas and are written for a basic drum kit set-up. The book can easily be modified by the teacher or player to suit the individual drummer's level and for varying drum kit set ups. The accompanying CD contains 35 examples of 1/2 beat, 1 beat and 2 beat fills. The first 2 sections of the book are demonstrated as written on the CD. Difficulty: Beginning - Intermediate, 88 pages. Large Picture.

First Lessons Drumset - by Frank Briggs
Get your "First Lesson" from a seasoned pro! First Lessons Drumset is designed to help the student develop basic 3 part coordination skills on the drum set. Learn some fundamental reading skills, snare and bass drum technique and get started with a solid foundation. First Lessons Drumset will also help you set up your kit, hold your sticks properly and teach you to play along with music today!
Difficulty: Beginning, 32 pages. Large Picture.

Funk Drumming
Modern funk drumming explained! Rock, Latin, Samba, and Blues rhythms have evolved and melded into what is known today as funk drumming. This book is designed for teachers and intermediate to advanced drum students. A basic knowledge of quarter note and eighth note rhythms is all that is you need to begin this book. Simple to complex rhythms are presented in a progressive manner.
Difficulty: Intermediate-Advanced, 144 pages. Large Picture.

(The) Funky Six: The Drummer's Guide to the Funk Shuffle and Other Sextuplet Based Grooves - by Scott Williams
The Funky Six is a unique method book for intermediate to advanced drummers that explores the Funk Shuffle, playing in 6/8, and other sextuplet-oriented grooves. It provides a comprehensive, easy to follow method to develop fluency in sextuplet based funk, rock and fusion styles. Organized in a concise, practice-friendly format, the book contains clearly defined sections developing: the Funk-Shuffle hand pattern, bass drum independence, cymbal variations, accent movements, 9 interesting 6/8 timekeeping variations, open hi-hat applications in both the shuffle and 6/8 feels, interesting ideas to integrate into the funk-shuffle and 6/8 feels, and much more! The presentation of these concepts and exercises is designed to make The Funky Six a book that drummers can easily revisit, practicing particular sections as their ability with these grooves strengthens. Difficulty: Intermediate - Advanced. 72 pages. Large Picture.

Fusion Drum Styles - by James Morton
Covers a wealth of coordination studies in a wide variety of styles, including funk, reggae, Latin, fusion, and a number of odd-meter drum styles. The author enumerates the various aspects of drumming which are critical to solid musicianship, shows how these aspects relate to each other and to playing, and demonstrates how, by evaluating our capabilities, we can strive toward a musical balance in our playing. The companion CD is in a stereo play-along format. The goal is fluid, relaxed playing. Difficulty: Intermediate, 82 pages. Large Picture.

How To Play Drums From Day One: A Completely New Method
For Beginners taught by Jim Payne
Studio musician and percussion editor Jim Payne presents this outstanding video on the basics of rock & blues drumming, assigning 'singing drum sounds' or solfege syllables to the five basic components of the drumset. Payne addresses holding the sticks, playing the bass drum, and traditional notation and singing syllables of the hi-hat, bass drum, cymbals and toms. Introducing rock and blues tunes with various grooves and tempos, he stresses an awareness of song form in maintaining one's place in a piece of music. All on-screen samples are written in both standard notation and drum sounds. With the three-camera filming technique making every precise move easy to follow. Difficulty: Beginning. Large Picture.

Intermediate Jazz Drumset - by Danny Gottlieb
Designed to follow Jazz Drumset Basics, this second DVD by Grammy Award winning drummer Danny Gottlieb provides comprehensive exercises and examples, enabling the jazz drum student to progress to a higher performance level. Complete with exercise chart. Difficulty: Intermediate, 4 page chart. Large Picture.

Intermediate Rock Drumset
This second Rock Drumming DVD from drum great Danny Gottlieb continues the rock drumming series with intermediate exercises and patterns for the drum kit. Designed to follow Rock Drumset Basics, Danny's informative narration and examples will enable the drummer to grow to the next level. Complete with exercise chart. 64-minute DVD.
Difficulty: Intermediate, 64 pages. Large Picture.

Jazz Drumset Basics - by Danny Gottlieb
Jazz drumming great Danny Gottlieb provides an easy to follow, step by step starting point for the jazz drum student. Whether you are a beginner or a drummer looking to add additional skills and development, this DVD and exercise sheet will provide inspiration and information to cover the basics. Difficulty: Beginning, 4 page chart. Large Picture.

Jazz Time Part One - The Basics - by Frank Briggs
A collection of 120 drum set exercises designed to help the beginning to intermediate drummer develop coordination, independence and accompanying skills between the snare and bass drum while keeping steady jazz time on the ride cymbal. The play-along tracks will help students develop the ability to recognize the 12-bar blues and 32-bar AABA form, two of the most popular song forms in jazz music. Practicing with the tracks will also help you develop better clock time and should inspire some creative interaction with the recorded music. Exercises include patterns using quarter notes, quarter and eighth note combinations, and triplets and other combinations. The 32-bar AABA song form is practiced with and without drums, and at slow and fast tempos with a bass track. The 12-bar blues form is practiced with various combinations including drums, bass, both, or neither. All tempos from the CD are indicated in the book. A helpful glossary of musical signs and symbols is also included. Difficulty: Beginning-Intermediate, 40 pages. Large Picture.

Just Enough Drums DVD Kit : Learn to Jam on Drums!
This instructional package for beginning drum set includes a DVD, an interactive CD-ROM, and a portable book/CD set. The DVD introduces our instructors, shows how they got started, what it is like to perform, what music means to them, and how to buy your first gear. Learn some basic techniques and start jamming right away! Come back and play with the band in the interactive Virtual Jam Session! The CD-ROM contains your first 50+ drums lessons. Gavin, Ben, and Nikki will teach you how to get set-up and start jamming. Learn the 12-bar structure, rolls, fills, and how to play beats for funk, jazz, rock, rap, pop, and more! The full color AudioBook is the pocket reference manual that works with the Audio CD that contains your first 50+ lessons and gives you the flexibility to practice and keep learning where ever you are. Just match the tracks in the Book to the tracks on your CD player and follow along. Plus, you can connect with JustEnough.net for more exciting benefits! Difficulty: Beginning. Minimum System Requirements for CD-ROM: Windows: 166 MHz Intel Pentium processor or compatible, Windows 95/98/ME/2000/XP, 64 MB RAM, 8X CD-ROM Drive, 800 x 600 Monitor Resolution, 16-bit color depth, Sound card and speakers. Macintosh: 120 MHz Power PC processor, Mac OS 8.1 or later, 64 MB RAM, 8x CD-ROM Drive, 800 x 600 Monitor Resolution, 16-bit color depth, External speakers recommended. Large Picture.

Killer-Fillers : Drum Set Excercises for Today's Drummer -  by James Morton
A carefully-selected and well-written collection of outstanding drum breaks. Each break develops coordination independence or ear training. The book contains many exercises for drum set. Difficulty: Intermediate, 42 pages. Large Picture.

Latin Elements for the Drum Set - by Frank Briggs
Over 150 exercises focusing on keeping steady 16th notes between the hi hat and snare while laying an ostinato on the bass drum. Companion CD included.
Difficulty: Beginning. 64 pages. Large Picture.

Musical Drumset Solos for Recitals, Contests & Fun - by Rob Leytham
A drum book for any drummer tired of the same old drumbeat books and any drum instructor looking for challenging and musical solos, popular Mel Bay educational drumset author, Rob Leytham, has written a book of eight drumset solos that will challenge the drummer to new musical heights which will amaze judges at contests, audiences at recitals and drum instructors in private lessons. A must for any serious drummer! Companion CD included.
Difficulty: Beginning-Intermediate, 32 pages. Large Picture.