Thomas Lang: Creative Control: Drums: Instrumental Tutor

Designed to be used as either a standalone product or in combination with the Creative Control DVD Thomas Lang presents the unique and innovative system that he has used to develop his awesome speed control finesse and coordination a step-by-step system that will allow you to hone your drumming chops so that you can play more effectively in any style of music. Actually two books in one throughout Part I Thomas details his methodology and provides you with over 90 challenging exercises created to allow you to practice technique endurance accuracy timing independence coordination mechanics and stamina. Part II of the book contains applied musicalexamples that showcase many of the techniques and ideas presented in Part I. Included are play-along rhythm charts for five musical compositions from the DVD which were specially re-mixed without drums exclusively for this book and are included on the enclosed audio CD. In addition to the charts Thomas has written extensive performance notes for each song in which he describes in detail how the pieces are constructed and his own thought process in creating his drum parts for these songs. So dive in and prepare yourself for one of the most exciting challenging and rewarding experiences of your musical career!

Thomas Lang presents a completely innovative and inspired practice regime, and system for helping you develop incredible drumset technique, that will forever change your approach to drumming. Lang's awesome speed, control, finesse and unparalleled interdependence will inspire you to hone your drumming chops so that you can play more effectively in any musical context. Thomas also offers blazing solos and performances in many different styles, including a definitive version of 'The Black Page,? the Frank Zappa tour de force.Special DVD Features: All of the solos, fills and exercises available in separate audio files in the ACID® format (for PC) and REX format (for Mac), which will allow you to change the tempo without effecting the pitch - Looping function for continuous play, making it easier to absorb and master each one - Bonus live performance footage and live drum solos - PDF files of transcriptions of many of Thomas' exercises and performances, including 'The Black Page,? a photo gallery, and more. Running Time: Over 5 hours! This pack features the instructional book/CD pack AND the DVD. / Percussions

2-DVD Set-This 2-DVD set introduces the unique and innovative system used by Thomas Lang to develop his awesome speed control finesse and coordination. A step-by-step system that will allow you to hone your drumming chops so you can play more effectively in any style of music.