SKU: MB.20300M
ISBN 9780786690350. 8.75 x 11.75 inches.
Volume II is aimed at two distinct categories of readers: 1 Intermediate players who are ready for a wider range of rhythms to study and use in live playing situations; and 2 Experienced congueros who have digested Volume I and now seek to understand the roots of the modern Cuban conga style. Having assimilated the material in Volume I, the student should be able to play basic Son Montuno, Salsa, Chachacha, and Bolero.Volume II moves on to Guaguanco, Iyesa, 6/8, Changui, Afro, Mozambique, Pilon, Songo, Merengue, Bomba, Cumbia and other rhythms that a professional conguero will be expected to know. Each rhythm is accompanied by an article reflecting on its history and role in the big picture of Latin music and offering listening recommendations. Like Volume I, it uses the Step by Step online video Method. A special 8-page appendix explains the often infuriatingly complex subject of clave with an unprecedented level of clarity and insight. Includes access to online video.
SKU: MB.30032M
ISBN 9780786690084. 8.75 x 11.75 inches.
First Lessons Cajon will take you through the necessary steps to become a proficient cajon player in a pop and rock context. Basic lessons in rhythm will help you learn mainstream beats for the cajon that you can use in your favorite songs. Lessons in hand position, posture, and sound are also included to ensure the best cajon playing experience possible. Whether you are a beginner or have a little experience with the cajon, this book will help you master the fundamentals of this unique instrument. Comes with access to online audio.
SKU: BT.DHP-1033401-404
ISBN 9789043169905. English.
SKU: MB.99062M
ISBN 9780786689019. 8.75 x 11.75 inches.
The tabla, a hand drum which originated in India, has become very popular throughout the world. This method covers everything you need to know to learn to play the tabla, including the history and parts of the tabla, tuning and maintenance, positioning, basic exercises, and numerous techniques and patterns. A glossary is included to help the student decipher the many mnemonics and foreign terms which are essential to the tradition of the tabla. Includes access to online audio that illustrates many of the exercises, so that this book may be used either with or without a teacher.
SKU: MB.98284M
ISBN 9780786693429. 8.75 x 11.75 inches.
Recent interest in bongos has surged with the inclusion of bongos in almost every type of music including classical, rock, flamenco, jazz, Latin, Middle Eastern and East Indian. Fun with the Bongos was written to provide a simple guide for someone without any musical experience who wants to learn to play the bongos. The book is designed to teach drum notation, basic bongo technique, simple rhythms and their application. In addition it develops familiarity with the construction, nomenclature and characteristics of the bongos. Fun with the Bongos is the first level in a series of books written by the author. Now includes Spanish and Portuguese translations. Audio download available online.
SKU: MB.21884M
ISBN 9780786689989. 8.75 x 11.75 inches.
This is the follow-up volume to Bodhr?n: The Basics and is designed for those who want to improve their technique and expand their rhythmic repertoire. It contains exercises and solos in 4/4, 6/8, 3/4, and 9/8 time. The 568 one-measure exercises are designed to improve a players technical skill and demonstrate how to use the basic building blocks of rests, accents, rolls, and syncopation to create interesting and varied rhythmic patterns. The 64 short solos show how to combine the one-measure rhythmic patterns into longer compositions.In addition to the exercises and solos, there are sections on time signatures, counting, syncopation, playing on the backbeat, vocalizing rhythmic patterns, developing speed, controlling pitch and timbre, and playing with both hands. Audio download available online.??? Shows 568 one-measure exercises that are designed to improve a players technical skill??? Exercises and solos in 4/4, 6/8, 3/4, and 9/8 time??? 64 short solos show how to combine the one-measure rhythmic patterns into longer compositions??? Sections on syncopation, playing on the backbeat, vocalizing rhythmic patterns, developing speed, controlling pitch and timbre, and playing with both hands??? Audio download available online.
SKU: HL.196893
ISBN 9781495075117. UPC: 888680645076. 9x12 inches.
This new Rubank collection of 14 solo and ensemble works for percussion includes three Haskell Harr duets not published in over 30 years. Suitable for contest and festival performance (grade 2-4), each piece comes with online performance and accompaniment recordings and PLAYBACK audio tools. The exceptional performance tracks are performed by top level pros. Also included are accompaniment tracks for practice, and PDF piano accompaniments for use at contest. Includes: ? American Patrol (snare solo; opt. fl/picc/clar) ? Chesapeake (snare/bass duet) ? Drummers' Canzonetta (snare trio) ? Drummers' Delight (snare/bass/cymbal trio) ? High School Drummer (snare solo) ? Jumbo's Holiday (bass drum solo) ? Lexington (snare/bass duet) ? Mr. Boom-Boom (bass drum solo) ? Newgulf Drummer (snare solo) ? Saratoga (snare/bass duet) ? Susquehanna (snare/bass duet) ? Thundering Through (snare solo) ? Two of Us (snare duet) ? Yankee Doodle Fantasy (duet for snare and flute or piccolo).
