Learn Jazz Drums
Alfred MAX Series Drumset Instruction (Book/DVD) Standard
All the basics of drumming in one great package. Techniques for hi-hat, ride cymbal, snare drum, and bass drum. 2 performance sections provide great rock and jazz practice material.
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Hot Licks Joe Morello Drum Method 1: The Natural Approach to Technique (DVD) Standard
Learn directly from one of the most important drummers in jazz.
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Alfred Advanced Techniques for the Modern Drummer Book and 2-CD Set
Jim Chapin, known as the "Father of Jazz Independence, " has written one of the most popular drum set books of all time. This classic work should be in every drummer's library as there is always something new to learn and develop from this masterful book.
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Hal Leonard Beyond the Backbeat Book/CD
Learn how to take any basic rock/funk drum beat and morph it into jazz and world music feels. Improve your chops, expand your versatility, and develop your own style.
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Alfred David Garibaldi Tower Groove: Complete DVD
One of the greatest funk drummers of all time, Dave performs four great tunes with a six-piece band and then breaks down his drum part in each tune, section by section. Styles covered include Latin, funk, hip-hop, and jazz.
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Carl Fischer The Collective: Contemporary Jazz Styles for the Drums (Book/CD) Standard
An overview of jazz playing from early, small-group jazz up through post-bop and ECM styles. This book features approaches to modern jazz drumming including extensive exercises in 3/4 time, explanatory audio examples, and play-along tracks.
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