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Sticking It Out

From Juilliard to the Orchestra Pit: A Percussionists's Memoir

by Patti Niemi ...

"By turns reflective and dramatic, poignant and hilarious, Sticking It Out offers an irresistible portrait of the artist as a young percussionist" ( San Francisco Chronicle ).When Patti Niemi was ten years old, all the children in her school music class lined up to choose their instruments. Boy after boy chose drums, and girl after girl chose flute—that is, until it was Patti's ... ... Read more

$12.95 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

"By turns reflective and dramatic, poignant and hilarious, Sticking It Out offers an irresistible portrait of the artist as a young percussionist" ( San Francisco Chronicle ).When Patti Niemi was ten years old, all the children in her school music class lined up to choose their instruments. Boy after boy chose drums, and girl after girl chose flute—that is, until it was Patti's ...
... Read more
Kick It

A Social History of the Drum Kit

by Matt Brennan ...

The drum kit has provided the pulse of popular music from before the dawn of jazz up to the present day pop charts. Kick It, a provocative social history of the instrument, looks closely at key innovators in the development of the drum kit: inventors and manufacturers like the Ludwig and Zildjian dynasties, jazz icons like Gene Krupa and Max Roach, rock stars from Ringo Starr to Keith Moon, and ... Read more

$29.15 USD

The drum kit has provided the pulse of popular music from before the dawn of jazz up to the present day pop charts. Kick It, a provocative social history of the instrument, looks closely at key innovators in the development of the drum kit: inventors and manufacturers like the Ludwig and Zildjian dynasties, jazz icons like Gene Krupa and Max Roach, rock stars from Ringo Starr to Keith Moon, and
... Read more
Pre Grade 1 Drum Kit Work Book

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by James Packer ...

This is the very first work book of the series and is aimed at students starting out in learning and playing the drum kit.Unlike previous work books in the series, there's a little more explanation on how something is played but plenty of opportunities to add your own style of playing.This book focuses on techniques used at creating drum beats including different learning processes to get them ... Read more

$2.31 USD

This is the very first work book of the series and is aimed at students starting out in learning and playing the drum kit.Unlike previous work books in the series, there's a little more explanation on how something is played but plenty of opportunities to add your own style of playing.This book focuses on techniques used at creating drum beats including different learning processes to get them
... Read more
Percussion Lessons for Kids

How to Play Percussion for Kids (Free Audio Available)

by LearnToPlayMusic.com, Peter Gelling ...

Illustrated by James Stewart ...

Series series Progressive Young Beginner
Teach how to play percussion for kids with our easy percussion lessons for kids.***Comes with online access to free audio demonstrating all examples. Hear how each one is played by a teacher, then play along.***"A really good start for teaching aspiring young drummers the basics of reading and playing music." - Anon [musicroom.com]Progressive Percussion Method for Young Beginners contains all you ... Read more

$4.49 USD

Teach how to play percussion for kids with our easy percussion lessons for kids.***Comes with online access to free audio demonstrating all examples. Hear how each one is played by a teacher, then play along.***"A really good start for teaching aspiring young drummers the basics of reading and playing music." - Anon [musicroom.com]Progressive Percussion Method for Young Beginners contains all you
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Drum Lessons for Beginners

Teach Yourself How to Play Drums (Free Video Available)

by LearnToPlayMusic.com, Peter Gelling ...

Series series Progressive Beginner
Teach yourself how to play drums with our easy drum lessons for beginners.***Comes with online access to free drum videos and audio demonstrating all examples. See and hear how each one is played by a teacher, then play along with the backing band. Also includes music score and drum animation for easy music learning.***"Awesome Drum Learning Book! This one by far is the best one I've found. The ... Read more

$8.99 USD

Teach yourself how to play drums with our easy drum lessons for beginners.***Comes with online access to free drum videos and audio demonstrating all examples. See and hear how each one is played by a teacher, then play along with the backing band. Also includes music score and drum animation for easy music learning.***"Awesome Drum Learning Book! This one by far is the best one I've found. The
... Read more
Rock Drum Lessons for Beginners

Teach Yourself How to Play Drums (Free Video Available)

by LearnToPlayMusic.com, Peter Gelling ...

Series series Progressive Beginner
Teach yourself how to play drums with our easy rock drum lessons for beginners.***Comes with online access to free drum videos and audio for all examples. See and hear how each one is played by a teacher, then play along with the backing band. Also includes music score animation for easy music learning.***"This book is fantastic. It teaches you everything you need as a drummer. I’ve never had a ... Read more

$8.99 USD

Teach yourself how to play drums with our easy rock drum lessons for beginners.***Comes with online access to free drum videos and audio for all examples. See and hear how each one is played by a teacher, then play along with the backing band. Also includes music score animation for easy music learning.***"This book is fantastic. It teaches you everything you need as a drummer. I’ve never had a
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Ringo

A Fab Life

by Tom Doyle ...

Ringo Starr’s eventful and remarkable life laid bare in a first-of-its-kind mosaic biography of one of the greatest musicians of all timeOften overshadowed by his former bandmates, Ringo Starr has his own remarkable story that is no less compelling. Ringo: A Fab Life highlights a life so jaw-droppingly eventful that one is left wondering how he also had time to become one of the best musicians on ... Read more

$10.43 USD

Ringo Starr’s eventful and remarkable life laid bare in a first-of-its-kind mosaic biography of one of the greatest musicians of all timeOften overshadowed by his former bandmates, Ringo Starr has his own remarkable story that is no less compelling. Ringo: A Fab Life highlights a life so jaw-droppingly eventful that one is left wondering how he also had time to become one of the best musicians on
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Megalife

The Autobiography of Nick Menza

by J. Marshall Craig ...

With Nick Menza behind the kit, Megadeth transitioned from celebrated cult band to international superstars. Rust in Peace, the first album to feature Menza and Marty Friedman, was instantly considered a classic, sold over a million copies, got nominated for a Grammy Award, and established what many consider to be the definitive Megadeth lineup. It was the beginning of a remarkable run in which ... Read more

$11.69 USD

With Nick Menza behind the kit, Megadeth transitioned from celebrated cult band to international superstars. Rust in Peace, the first album to feature Menza and Marty Friedman, was instantly considered a classic, sold over a million copies, got nominated for a Grammy Award, and established what many consider to be the definitive Megadeth lineup. It was the beginning of a remarkable run in which
... Read more
The Cymbal Book

by Hugo Pinksterboer ...

(Percussion). The Cymbal Book is the first book of its kind. It details the 5000-year history and development of these fascinating instruments. Based on visits to all the major cymbal manufacturing companies and interviews with the world's leading drummers, journalist and drummer Hugo Pinksterboer has created a well-documented and readable book, featuring over 200 photos. It covers topics such as ... Read more

$19.43 USD

(Percussion). The Cymbal Book is the first book of its kind. It details the 5000-year history and development of these fascinating instruments. Based on visits to all the major cymbal manufacturing companies and interviews with the world's leading drummers, journalist and drummer Hugo Pinksterboer has created a well-documented and readable book, featuring over 200 photos. It covers topics such as
... Read more
Bodhran The Basics

by Bill Woods ...

Bill Woods has used his decades of experience as a successful bodhrán performer and teacher to create this instruction book for the beginning bodhrán player. Using photographs, text, and audio examples, it takes you in easy steps from holding the bodhrán and stick through playing along with traditional Irish dance tunes. It shows you the basic accompaniment patterns for reels and jigs and ... Read more

$13.49 USD

Bill Woods has used his decades of experience as a successful bodhrán performer and teacher to create this instruction book for the beginning bodhrán player. Using photographs, text, and audio examples, it takes you in easy steps from holding the bodhrán and stick through playing along with traditional Irish dance tunes. It shows you the basic accompaniment patterns for reels and jigs and
... Read more
Killer Technique: Drum Set

by Michael Green ...

This book provides concepts and daily routines to help players gain facility on their instrument by improving technique and avoiding injury. The exercises can be used as a warm-up or as full-speed technical studies. The exercises focus on developing balance between the limbs and improving synchronicity between the hands and feet while stressing the importance of counting. It is useful for ... Read more

$8.99 USD

This book provides concepts and daily routines to help players gain facility on their instrument by improving technique and avoiding injury. The exercises can be used as a warm-up or as full-speed technical studies. The exercises focus on developing balance between the limbs and improving synchronicity between the hands and feet while stressing the importance of counting. It is useful for
... Read more
The Band Teacher's Percussion Guide

Insights into Playing and Teaching Percussion

by Stewart Hoffman ...

The Band Teacher's Percussion Guide: Insights into Playing and Teaching Percussion is an essential practical resource for instrumental music teachers and band directors. Author Stewart Hoffman, a Juilliard-trained percussionist, performer, private instructor, and former classroom teacher, offers a comprehensive yet accessible and clearly written handbook to help set teachers and students alike ... Read more

$30.77 USD

The Band Teacher's Percussion Guide: Insights into Playing and Teaching Percussion is an essential practical resource for instrumental music teachers and band directors. Author Stewart Hoffman, a Juilliard-trained percussionist, performer, private instructor, and former classroom teacher, offers a comprehensive yet accessible and clearly written handbook to help set teachers and students alike
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Hip-Hop and R&B Drum Lessons for Beginners

Teach Yourself How to Play Drums (Free Video Available)

by LearnToPlayMusic.com, Jarrad Payne ...

Series series Progressive
Teach yourself how to play drums with our easy hip-hop and R&B drum lessons for beginners.***Comes with online access to free drum videos and audio demonstrating all examples. See and hear how each one is played by a teacher, then play along with the backing band. Also includes music score animation for easy music learning.***Progressive Hip-Hop and R&B Drums contains all you need to know to start ... Read more

$8.99 USD

Teach yourself how to play drums with our easy hip-hop and R&B drum lessons for beginners.***Comes with online access to free drum videos and audio demonstrating all examples. See and hear how each one is played by a teacher, then play along with the backing band. Also includes music score animation for easy music learning.***Progressive Hip-Hop and R&B Drums contains all you need to know to start
... Read more
Steve Gadd Transcription

by Steve Gadd, Krzysztof Filipski ...

The Steve Gadd drumming transcriptions book honors the talents of one of the greatest drummers in the entire world: the amazing Steve Gadd. The book includes thirty stylistically varying transcriptions. It is a note for note, very accurate interpretation of Steve Gadd's style of playing the drums. In some cases there are only fragments that present the most interesting parts of the given song. The ... Read more

$20.69 USD

The Steve Gadd drumming transcriptions book honors the talents of one of the greatest drummers in the entire world: the amazing Steve Gadd. The book includes thirty stylistically varying transcriptions. It is a note for note, very accurate interpretation of Steve Gadd's style of playing the drums. In some cases there are only fragments that present the most interesting parts of the given song. The
... Read more
Conga Drumming

A Beginner's Guide to Playing with Time

by Alan Dworsky ...

This book--which won the 2000 DRUM Magazine Readers' Poll for "Best Instructional Book"--is a complete, step-by-step course on conga drumming. It's the book we looked for but couldn't find when we were first learning to drum. We did everything we could to make it user-friendly, so even non-musicians could understand it. The book teaches families of drum parts for several authentic Afro-Caribbean ... Read more

$16.19 USD

This book--which won the 2000 DRUM Magazine Readers' Poll for "Best Instructional Book"--is a complete, step-by-step course on conga drumming. It's the book we looked for but couldn't find when we were first learning to drum. We did everything we could to make it user-friendly, so even non-musicians could understand it. The book teaches families of drum parts for several authentic Afro-Caribbean
... Read more
Hip Grooves for Hand Drums

How to Play Funk, Rock & World-Beat Patterns on Any Drum

by Alan Dworsky ...

You don't need a drumset to lay down a groove. All you need is one drum. It can be a djembe, a conga, or anything else where you can fit both your hands on the drumhead. Whether your goal is to play in a band, jam in the park, play in a church group, or just drum along with your favorite CDs, this book will show you how, step by step. Please note: audio files of the CD that comes with the print ... Read more

$16.19 USD

You don't need a drumset to lay down a groove. All you need is one drum. It can be a djembe, a conga, or anything else where you can fit both your hands on the drumhead. Whether your goal is to play in a band, jam in the park, play in a church group, or just drum along with your favorite CDs, this book will show you how, step by step. Please note: audio files of the CD that comes with the print
... Read more
Beast

John Bonham and the Rise of Led Zeppelin

by C. M. Kushins ...

A compelling narrative biography of the legendary drummer John Bonham, his wild ride with iconic rock band Led Zeppelin, and the highs and lows that made up his wild (and tragically short) life.John Bonham is considered by many to be one of the greatest drummers of all time. He was recruited to join the band who would eventually become known as Led Zeppelin–and before the year was out, Bonham and ... Read more

$15.99 USD

A compelling narrative biography of the legendary drummer John Bonham, his wild ride with iconic rock band Led Zeppelin, and the highs and lows that made up his wild (and tragically short) life.John Bonham is considered by many to be one of the greatest drummers of all time. He was recruited to join the band who would eventually become known as Led Zeppelin–and before the year was out, Bonham and
... Read more
Muzician Rock Drums for Absolute Beginners

by Muzician.com, Peter Gelling ...

Series series Muzician Absolute Beginner
Designed for the complete beginner, this book will fast-track you towards being able to play your favorite songs. Featuring funky grooves, beats and fills in a variety of styles including Heavy Rock, Pop Rock, Funk, Blues and R&B, this book teaches how to read music and play any Drum Kit. ... Read more

$2.69 USD

Designed for the complete beginner, this book will fast-track you towards being able to play your favorite songs. Featuring funky grooves, beats and fills in a variety of styles including Heavy Rock, Pop Rock, Funk, Blues and R&B, this book teaches how to read music and play any Drum Kit.
... Read more
Trommeln aus der Seele

Finde Deinen Lebensrhythmus

by Andreas Pötzl ...

Series Book 2 - Trommeln aus der Seele
In Teil 2 des Begleitheftes Finde Deinen Lebensrhythmus findest Du eine Vielzahl von Übungen und Methoden, die aus der Praxisarbeit als Musiktherapeut stammen. Erfahrungen aus der Trommeltherapie sowie aus den verschiedensten Zusammensetzungen von Trommelgruppen. Andreas Pötzl vereint hier Trommeln aus der Seele mit musiktherapeutischen Gedanken und neuen Denkansätzen. Das Heft bietet ... Read more

$4.99 USD

In Teil 2 des Begleitheftes Finde Deinen Lebensrhythmus findest Du eine Vielzahl von Übungen und Methoden, die aus der Praxisarbeit als Musiktherapeut stammen. Erfahrungen aus der Trommeltherapie sowie aus den verschiedensten Zusammensetzungen von Trommelgruppen. Andreas Pötzl vereint hier Trommeln aus der Seele mit musiktherapeutischen Gedanken und neuen Denkansätzen. Das Heft bietet
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Instruction Course for Xylophone

by George Hamilton Green ...

(Meredith Music Percussion). The most comprehensive method for keyboard percussion ever written. A complete course of 50 lessons including ragtime, improvising, blues and exercises for individual hand development. ... Read more

$22.67 USD

(Meredith Music Percussion). The most comprehensive method for keyboard percussion ever written. A complete course of 50 lessons including ragtime, improvising, blues and exercises for individual hand development.
... Read more
Instruments de Musique Égyptiens

by Moustafa Gadalla ...

Ce livre électronique traduit en français présente les instruments de musique les plus importants de l'ancienne Égypte, leurs étendues et leurs techniques de jeu.- La richesse des instruments- Les instruments à cordes- Instruments à vent- Instruments à percussion- La représentation musicale ... Read more

$5.85 USD

Ce livre électronique traduit en français présente les instruments de musique les plus importants de l'ancienne Égypte, leurs étendues et leurs techniques de jeu.- La richesse des instruments- Les instruments à cordes- Instruments à vent- Instruments à percussion- La représentation musicale
... Read more
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! ... Read more

$11.69 USD

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!
... Read more
The Artistry of Afro-Cuban Batá Drumming

Aesthetics, Transmission, Bonding, and Creativity

by Kenneth Schweitzer ...

Series series Caribbean Studies Series
An iconic symbol and sound of the Lucum'/Santer'a religion, Afro-Cuban batá are talking drums that express the epic mythological narratives of the West African Yoruba deities known as orisha. By imitating aspects of speech and song, and by metaphorically referencing salient attributes of the deities, batá drummers facilitate the communal praising of orisha in a music ritual known as a toque de ... Read more

$32.39 USD

An iconic symbol and sound of the Lucum'/Santer'a religion, Afro-Cuban batá are talking drums that express the epic mythological narratives of the West African Yoruba deities known as orisha. By imitating aspects of speech and song, and by metaphorically referencing salient attributes of the deities, batá drummers facilitate the communal praising of orisha in a music ritual known as a toque de
... Read more
The Complete Drum Method

by Albert Panagiotopoulos ...

A unique and comprehensive drum book, including topics as, rhythmic reading, technique - coordination, musical styles, odd time signatures, ideas for solos, chart reading. Appropriate for the beginner and for the professional drummer, as well. Also usefull for teachers. Written with the love and the experience of the author. Albert Panagiotopoulos ... Read more

$6.29 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

A unique and comprehensive drum book, including topics as, rhythmic reading, technique - coordination, musical styles, odd time signatures, ideas for solos, chart reading. Appropriate for the beginner and for the professional drummer, as well. Also usefull for teachers. Written with the love and the experience of the author. Albert Panagiotopoulos
... Read more

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