Drums For Dummies

by Jeff Strong

Get down with rock, R&B, jazz, blues, funk, and Latin rhythms Groove to the beat in no time with this ultimate rockin' guide

Whether you're dreaming of starting a band, striking the snares, or simply playing a hand drum, this interactive book-and-CD package makes it easy to pick up the basics. Complete with new information on contemporary rock styles and beats as well as rhythms from around the world, this guide is all you need to become a talented, versatile drummer.

Discover how toBang out basic rhythms --with or without sticksUnderstand fundamental drumming techniquesExplore other percussion instrumentsFind the perfect drum setPurchase, tune, and maintain your drums

All this on the CD-ROMMP3 files of each rhythm and beat that you can play along withRhythms for hand drums -- from the bongos and congas to the surdo, tar, and uduSolos to amaze the other members in the band

Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

Genres: Music, How To, Nonfiction

384 pages, Paperback

First published September 29, 2001

Reviews

[Jay Goemmer · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book doesn't just concentrate on the traditional drumset, but delves extensively into percussion instruments from around the world.

(25 June 2011)

[jizzboy reptillian · Rating 1 out of 5]

Whats a drum? (Also, not as good as cat in the hat)

[Synyster Gates · Rating 3 out of 5]

My friend who is a drummer gave me this book, and I read it so I could give him any ideas to improve his craft, and if there was anything that might improve my rhythmic skills on guitar. Strong geared this towards any skill level of drummer, and somebody who had never touched a drumset before in their life could easily pick it up. It walks the reader through everything from how to play a drumset, how to read drum music, how to set up and maintain a kit, and even how to play diverse percussion instruments from all over the world, and so many more things. I "liked it", because I have always had a mild interest in drumming, and it gave me a slightly higher understanding of the different components in a band. The only reason I didn't give it a higher rating, was because I sometimes find non-fiction pieces to drag on a bit, and lose my interest.

[matpik nawi · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good introduction for somebody who doesn't know music..good for beginners who are zero..but some chapters really need a few basic technical and music reading skill..easy to navigate throughout the book..