March to the beat of your own drum with the ultimate how-to manual for over 62 million amateur musicians!
This book covers the basics for the drumming beginner - from finding the perfect drum set to learning how to care for it properly. You will master music fundamentals with expert tips for how to read music and how to understand basic techniques - with or without the sticks! It discusses the power of rhythm and percussion in world music, from Ashiko and Conga to Samba and Bosa Nova, with examples of each rhythm on the companion audio CD. Includes coverage of today's music styles from jazz and rock to country and R&B. Features ideas for keeping the beat alive - from finding print and internet resources to taking lessons or starting your own band. The added value CD-ROM allows readers to listen and play along to the exercises and pieces you'll find in the book.
PART I: Awakening the Drummer Within.
PART II: The World Beat: Traditional Drums and Percussion
Instruments.
PART III: Hands and Feet: Getting a Feel for the Drumset.
PART IV: Beyond the Basics: Sounding Like a Pro.
PART V: So Many Drums, So Little Time: Choosing, Tuning,
and Caring for your Drums.
PART VI: The Part of Tens.
Appendix: How to Use the CD.