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NEW WAYS OF BRAZILIAN DRUMMING Sergio Gomes (80 page book
w/CD) $27.95
New Ways of Brazilian Drumming presents a contemporary vision regarding
Brazilian rhythms for drumset, including history and percussion scores of those
rhythms, from the traditional patterns to the new concept of “Brazilian Claves”
The 96 tracks CD showcases all rhythms and several exercises, besides a samba
and a maracatu play-along, providing everything a musician of any country needs
in order to develop an authentic Brazilian musical language.
Since my first trip to Brazil in 1992 until now, I have seen firsthand the
great enthusiasm that Sergio Gomes has for taking his native Brazilian folk
rhythms, orchestrating them on the drumset, and sharing this knowledge with
students. This book is a concise, easy to follow extension of that enthusiasm. I
know it will be invaluable to those of us who love the music of Brazil but still
find it mystifying. Thank You Sergio! – John Hollenbeck
ODD METER CLAVE FOR DRUMSET-Expanding the Rhythmic language
of Cuba
Conor Guilfoyle - (80 page book with CD) $24.95
Odd Meter Clave for Drumset uses a unique approach to odd time signatures,
taking the tried and tested rhythms of Cuba and adjusting them to fit various
meters. Beginning with an in depth study of the various claves and their
qualities, moving on to the basic rhythms in 4/4 which are the templates for
their odd meter counterparts. The odd meter section is divided into 3 chapters,
clave in 5, 7 and 9. In each section there is an analysis of odd meter pulse,
the clave and their relationship. The student then builds the rhythms of Mambo,
Songo, Guaguanco, Mozambique etc. to fit the new claves. These rhythms work on
many different levels, as odd meter learning tools, as co-ordination studies or
just great sounding grooves. Finally there is a chapter on building your own
claves. Here we see some of the possible permutations that can be created by
combining and adjusting claves, allowing the student to create original claves
on which to build their own unique patterns. With over 300 examples this unique
book/CD opens a world of new possibilities, built on a deep musical tradition.
"Conor has done a superb job of basing his adaptations on the bedrock of
tradition. What’s even better is that this book is not just for drummers and
percussionists. Indeed, it is a treasure trove of great adaptations in odd
meters of Afro-Cuban rhythms to the kit – but this book will also inspire
bassists, pianists and most of all composers and arrangers who are looking for
something completely different. Bravo!!!"
Bobby Sanabria (Multi-Grammy nominated drummer, percussionist, bandleader and
educator)
“Conor has addressed a topic that is in the forefront of contemporary drumming.
By analyzing odd meter from a different vantage point than the norm, he is in
essence describing the intersection of the worlds of Latin and Indian rhythmic
concepts – how the clave and the tal combine in theory and practicality, way
beyond surface and obvious characteristics. It is important that all
instrumentalists who profess to be up on current trends read this book.”
Billy Hart
BRAZILIAN CONGA Gilson De Assis (128 page book w/CD)
Brazilian Conga opens the door to familiar and to new worlds for the devotees of
a fantastic instrument: the Brazilian atabaque with its rhythms adapted to the
conga. You will meet some "old acquaintances" among the typical basic grooves of
Brazilian music for 1 conga or timbau (Samba de Caboclo, Barravento, Ijexá or
Congo) but also relatively unknown rhythms for 2 or 3 congas, Brazilian rhythms
originally not destined to be performed on the atabaque and even modern "pop“
rhythms. Additionally, the method provides coordination exercises and a number
of pieces for small percussion ensembles.
This book by Gilson de Assis with its accompanying CD, which offers recordings
of all the individual grooves, will surely be of great help to both the novice
and the experienced percussionist. It will not only lead you to a better
understanding of the playing techniques and structures but also help you capture
the feeling and prepare the ground for a correct interpretation of the Brazilian
atabaque rhythms. Text: english/spanish/german
BRAZILIAN PERCUSSION
GILSON DE ASSIS (140 page book w/ CD)
$29.95
“The guide to Brazilian percussion we’ve
all been waiting for! This book is much more than a drum manual. First the
author delves into the history and development of Brazilian percussion. He
then devotes himself thoroughly to instrumental techniques for the most
widespread rhythms such as Batucada, Samba Reggae and Maracatu. All
instruments presented are first explained in the context of their technique
and rhythms. Fully notated arrangements follow with up to eleven voices.
Brazilian Percussion is written with much care and a love for detail.”
(Percussion Creative Newsletter)
“This book is very informative.... Whoever is interested in authentic
Brazilian percussion will discover a wealth of interesting material.”
(Drums and Percussion)
“Brazilian Percussion is a scholarly, professional and highly practical
exposition. It really whets the appetite for a wide range of authentic
Afro-Brazilian groove-culture styles. Highly recommended!” (Sticks)
EXPLORATION IN RHYTHM
Ed Saindon (64 page book) $16.95
Exploration in Rhythm, Rhythmic Phrasing in Improvisation will develop
and expand the rhythmic palette and vocabulary of the improviser and composer.
Working on these concepts, players should begin to “hear” rhythms that “float
over the barline” as well as develop the ability to execute phrases over longer
periods of time. The end result will be a sonic erasing of the bar line and an
enhanced sense of freedom with regard to rhythm and phrasing.
Finally, a comprehensive and organized approach to getting out of the eighth
note rut – valuable advice from Ed Saindon on how to vary one’s rhythmic
approach. David Liebman, saxist, educator, author, composer
Ed Saindon gives us a new book, Explorations in Rhythm, containing tons of
useful information and great ideas to work on. This is a great resource for
enhancing one’s rhythmic facility and expression, something that gets overlooked
all too often. In the search for personal expression, this new book is an
additional way for the practicer to further his or herself. Dave Douglas,
trumpeter, composer, Greenleaf Music
AFRICAN RHYTHMS FOR DRUMSET - RHYTHMS FROM CAMEROON
CHRISTIAN BOURDON
64 Page Book - $19.95
Rhythms and bass lines are notated here as one could hear them played
throughout Cameroon and other regions of Africa. Discover many different ways of
hearing and feeling each rhythm and open new doors for your creativity,
regardless of the style of music you are playing.
MY BOOK - PETER ERSKINE
(86 page book)
$29.95
The collection "MON LIVRE - MY BOOK" consists of a series of works
dedicated to musicians, most of them composers, who are either well known or who
have marked their times by their talent or originality. Each publication
features a detailed biography recalling the various steps of the musician's
life, transcriptions showing his compositions, arrangements and interpretations,
a variety of photographs highlighting his career, practical basic exercises as
we ll as warm-up exercises practiced by the musician himself and a complete
discography.
17 Titles, inc : Bass Desires, Bulgaria, Coyote Blues, Song For Jaco, Sweet
Soul, On The Lake, Romeo And Juliet, etc.
Biography extract: "When I was younger, I was always worried about
someone else's perception of my music. That's not the way to play. I've learned
to surrender and not fight the music or the setting, but to accept with
gratitude what a unique opportunity it is to play music ".
BRAZILIAN MUSIC WORKSHOP - ANTONIO ADOLFO
(143 page book w/CD)
$29.95
This book not only concentrates on those styles which have travelled
successfully around the globe, but also on styles which have not yet been
explored outside of Brazil. Styles originated in the East of Brazil: Samba &
Bossa-Nova, Samba-Funk & Partido Alto, Choro, Samba-Cancao. Styles
originated in the Northeast of Brazil: Baiao, Toada, Rasta Pe, Xote, Afoxe &
Maracatu, Frevo, Marcha and Marcha Rancho. The three main sections of the book
cover: Different Styles; General Characteristics; Harmony; Rh ythm; Phrasing;
Melodic and Stylistic Considerations; Patterns and Hints. The explanations are
accompanied by hundreds of written and recorded examples. Each presented style
is concluded by a complete composition. Also included are an extensive discogr
aphy and biography, a glossary as well as numerous photos of Brazilian artists.
DRUM MELODICS - ABBEY RADER
$29.95
The video Drum Melodics details the conceptual art of drumming and drum soloing
using the system of drum melodics. Abbey Rader explains drum melodics as
"the interaction in the melodic structure by the drummer as an improvisor."
His aim is to guide the drummer to play the theme of a song on the drums - to
hear the theme at all times and to play and solo in the same manner as lead
melodic instruments. Rader builds the drummer from the ground up to prepare them
for this high level of musicality. Drum me lodics is the system created to bring
drummers at any level of expertise to fruition.
Abbey Rader is a drummer, composer and teacher who has spent more than 30
years performing and teaching in the United States and Europe. Having been
raised in the Bronx, New York, jazz music became a part of his cultural
upbringing. Rader has performed with such jazz greats as David Liebman, Mal
Waldron, Dr. L. Subramaniam, Marion Brown, Laurindo Almeida, John Handy, Herman
Foster and many more. Rader, in various musical settings has recorded seven
albums and a new CD featuring Dave Liebman on the soprano saxOphone. He has
appeared as a clinician for Sonor Drums and Sabian symbals all over Europe.
Abbey Rader is sponsored by Singerland and ProMark.
JAZZ DRUMMING - BILLY HART
(book w/CD) $19.95
The recordings contain two mixes of each composition, one mix for listening and
one mix to play along with (without drums). Sidemen include John Abercrombie
(guitar), Richie Beirach or Bill Dobbins (piano), Jimmy Knepper (trombone),
David Liebman (sopran o & tenor saxophone), Ron McClure or Rufus Reid
(bass), Louis Smith (flugelhorn) and Bobby Watson (alto Saxophone).The book
contains transcriptions of Billy Hart's playing with helpful commentary of each
recorded performance: A Night In Tunisia - Dizzy G illespie, Equinox - John
Coltrane, Dat & Nite - David Liebman, Ralph's Piano Waltz - John
Abercrombie, Embraceable You - George Gershwin, Lo Flame - Bill Dobbins.
THE ART OF DRUMMING - ROBERT KAUFMAN
(92 page book)
$17.95
"The Art of Drumming" includes exercises written specifically to
expand the musician's sense of phrasing over the barline and to develop
self-confidence in a deeper sense of time, while enhancing a sense of melodic
and polyrhythmic phrasing. The exercise s are designed to expand the musician's
self-understanding and to introduce a system for developing a more efficient
use of energy while aiding in the removal of all unnecessary tension. In addition
the book includes six solo transcriptions by some of the most influential
drummers in the history of jazz drumming.
"This is certainly the most comprehensive book on drumming I have ever
seen. If I were younger and studying, this book would be like a Bible to
me." (Elvin Jones)
"I think the ideas Robert presents in this book are dynamite." (Roy
Haynes)
"Spending an hour a day with this book will work wonders to improve your
musicality, deepen your understanding, and sharpen your technique, whatever your
style of drumming." (Albert "Tootie" Heath)
"The Art of Drumming is a fine teaching tool that gives the drummer
practical, technical, emotional, and philosophical concepts to enhance the
player's creative potential." (Jack DeJohnette)
DEEPER INTO THE ART OF DRUMMING - ROBERT KAUFMAN
$19.95
Robert Kaufman’s new book
takes a strikingly new and fresh approach to the art
of drumming. Carefully designed exercises guarantee efficient practice with
rewarding results
PERCUSSION & RHYTHM WORKSHOP - DOUG HAMMOND
$17.95
An excellent collection of exercises for snare drum and drumset (including open
and closed roll exercises) drum grooves, percussion solos, duets, snare drum
trios, and works for larger percussion ensembles (4-6 players), as well as nine
original compositions by the author.
VIENNA BIG BAND MACHINE MINUS DRUMS - W. GRASSMANN
(drum parts w/CD)
$29.95
This unique publication for drummers includes a CD with 14 play-along tracks
(without drums): Funk-Shuffle, Funk-Rock, Latin-funk, Straight Funk, Hip-Hop
suffle, Ballad, Rap, among others. folder containing the original, hand-written
drum parts (as used at the recording sessions) and computer typeset drum parts,
including additional notated drum fills.
JAZZ WORKSHOP FOR BASS & DRUMS - DAVE WEIGERT
(120 Page Book with CD)
$29.95
The primary focus of this book/CD set is on jazz and the related styles of funk,
Brazilian and Afro-Cuban jazz. The CD features 16 play-along tunes, including
jazz classics by John Coltrane, Miles Davis, Herbie Hancock and Sonny Rollins,
choice standards, as well as Latin and funk tunes by "Pee Wee" Ellis,
Russell Ferrante, James Brown, a.o., plus 9 rhythmic etudes by three Berklee
faculty members. In addition the book contains written parts and playing
suggestions for bassists and drummers.
Soloists and rhythm sections include Berklee faculty members Hal Crook,
Bruce Gertz, Rick Peckham, Billy Pierce, a.o.
Topics include: History of Jazz Bass and Drums, Notation, Improving Reading
Skills, Lead Sheet Interpretation, Practice, Setups and Fills, Time, Form,
Improvisation, Comping & Time Playing, Tone, Touch & Dynamics, Jazz,
Funk & Latin feels, and Bass Line Theory.
"Jazz Workshop is loaded with very important essential information for
the aspiring drummer and bassist! It is clearly presented and covers vast
intricasies of playing this music, Jazz! If you aspire to become a 'world class
player', check this book out, NOW!" (Rufus Reid)
"This text and accompanying CD should prove to be an invaluable tool for
the developing rhythm section player. Dave has touched on all the significant
points regarding rhythmic foundation and has emphasized 'listening'. We all know
you can lead a horse to water but can't make him drink. Hey drummers and
bassists, if you're thirsty, the water is there!" (Marc Johnson)
"Jazz Workshop for Bass and Drums distills years of experience and
knowledge down to an easy-to-utilize and understandable method. This course of
study is valuable for educators and students alike, and now it is available for
the world-at-large to benefit from." (Peter Erskine)
"A book for all bassists and drummers." (Ron Carter)
RHYTHM'S TALK - KENNETH NASH
55 page book/CD or cassette
$29.95
"Rhythm's Talk" reflects the author's basic musical philosophies plus
some of the concepts he has created or required over the past 15 years as a
percussionist with some of the great creative musical forces of our time.
Included are Calypso, Merengue and Rumba rhythms, jazz grooves for drum set and
conga, based on Afro-Cuban rhythms, and two complete Rumba percussion ensembles.
On the recording the author performs and explains all rhythms and exercises
contained in the book.
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