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.

With over four and a half hours of footage this 2-DVD set is a virtual encyclopedia of drumset techniques styles and concepts!Drumset Technique (Disc One) - Steve explains hand and foot technique in unprecedented detail and gets to the core of what drummers need to know in order to improve their feel and technical skills.History of the U.S. Beat (Disc Two) - With the help of an all-star band Steve explains the evolution of the drumset in U.S. Music - how the drumset was first used in all the major styles and how closely related all the styles are.In addition Steve's group Vital Information plays seven complete tunes that feature applications of the techniques andcomplex rhythms explained in Disc One. Special Features: Extensive bonus footage including alternate-take drum solos a brilliant hi hat solo and hi hat tutorial alternate band performances a camera-switching option optional running commentary by Steve a listening list a reading list and more!

This bundle includes both the book and DVD by Pat Petrillo one of today's most prolific drummers. Designed for drummers of all levels this pack is a complete curriculum for developing technique groove ideas and a fill vocabulary. The book contains all of the material on the DVD plus extra 'Rudiment Combos.' The MP3 CD is computer-ready and also plays on MP3-capable CD players.

The late Jeff Porcaro was a Grammy Award-winning star from Toto and one of the most respected and innovative drummers in contemporary music.On this DVD he describes his approach to straight time triplet and shuffle feels Latin grooves half-time shuffles bass drum pedal techniques and a variety of effects on the high hat.A live band setting featuring his brother Michael on bass and David Garfield on keyboards creates an exciting atmosphere to demonstrate Jeff's famous grooves.

This very special concert performance features The Peter Erskine Trio with pianist John Taylor and bassist Palle Danielsson. Erskine himself is recognised throughout the musical world as a rhythm tour-de-force havingworked with talents as diverse as Joni Mitchell Micheal Brecker Weather Report and Steely Dan. The performance filmed in 1993 in Salzau Germany captures an inspired trio at their very best.

Andols Herrick longtime drummer for Chimaira presents this unique book/DVD pack essential for heavy metal drummers.The topics covered include: double bass beats; hand exercises; time signature manipulation; the blast beat; drum & cymbal fills; and more. Each concept is thoroughly explained and notated in the book and then demonstrated up close by Herrick himself on the accompanying DVD.

The Key to Mastering Brushes-This comprehensive method gives creative drummers of all levels the technical tools and musical insights they'll need to master the art of playing brushes. Jon presents a progressive series of techniques and exercises then his cookin' trio demonstrates a wide variety of grooves and rhythm patterns. Covers jazz blues hip-hop Afro-Latin Brazilian and contemporary pop styles plus insightful interviews.

3-Dvd Set-This two-DVD set features nearly six hours of amazing concert footage workshops and festival highlights from Australia’s Ultimate Drummer Weekend 2004. Disc 1 features concert performances by: Marco Minneman Michael Shack Chad Wackerman Band Dave Beck Gregg Bissonette Dom Famularo and Steve Smith. Disc 2 includes over 90 minutes of innovative workshop material: Steve Smith demonstrates the value of having a ‘Swing Technique’ as the foundation to one’s playing and more! Marco Minnermann demonstrates a series of ideas featuring some simple sticking patterns and coordination ideas through to interesting odd time phrases. Dom Famularoexplores the ‘Moeller Stroke’ and the idea of rebound in relation to matched grip open-handed style. Additional highlights include: Marco Minnemann bonus track Dom & Friends John Reynolds Raiders Drum Corps Drum & Percussion Expo Australia’s Best Up & Coming Drummer competition Finals Extra Interviews2002 & 2003 Festival Highlights Run Time: 5 hrs 45 min.

Live Performances Interviews Tech Talk and Soundcheck-Two demi-gods of the rock drumming world join forces for a set of interviews discussions and spectacular live performances. On 21st June 2004 Chad Smith of the Red Hot Chili Peppers and Ian Paice of Deep Purple Whitesnake and Gary Moore joined forces to celebrate the launch of the London Drum Company. This special DVD captures the two world-class performers on amazing form jamming both as soloists and together as they demonstrate the skills that have pushed them to the top of the rock drumming super-league.Get a candid glimpse at their soundchecks watch them set up their equipment and discuss their approach to the drums in depth. Witness Smith's rock solid funk innovationsand the famous Ian Paice one-hand roll as you've never seen them before!This unique DVD is required viewing by any serious serious fan of rock drums as well as for those who simply like to see world-class musicians at their very best.

Watch with amazement as renowned drummer Chris Coleman plays with precision and power. This DVD features Chris Coleman’s ABC practising method in addition to numerous skilful exercises. A bass and drum segment demonstrating how to lock with a bass player or ‘keep it in the pocket’ Plus an in-depth interview with Chris Coleman and his breathtaking solo performance! Hear the live band performance with some of the industries top musicians like Eddie M (Prince & The Revolution Destiny’s Child Sheila E) Raymond McKinley (currently with Tower of Powerand Natalie Ragins.

Presented by Vic Firth-The second edition of the best-selling original Groove Essentials features a DVD and companion book/CD package with 53 brand new grooves and over 100 variations for intermediate to advanced players. Students will learn the difference between ghost and grace notes (while being encouraged to experiment with both in all six groove “families”) as well as important “go-to” grooves like the Train and Bo-Diddley beats. For more advanced players and professionals GE 2.0 introduces the concepts of groove construction interpretation and manipulation- training drummers to think like musicians in order to maximize their full potential. The DVDfeatures more than 70 new songs covering 4/4 2/2 6/8 and 3/4 time signatures with three levels of difficulty for 5/4 7/8 and 9/8 meters. On the 3-hour 45-minute DVD Igoe discusses and demonstrates each groove in multiple tempos alone and with a band with many patterns shown on both acoustic and on Roland HD-1 and TD-9 electronic drumkits. The grooves span rock funk R&B/hip-hop jazz (sticks and brushes) world/specialty extreme tempos all-purpose hybrid rideless classic and odd-meters. The companion play-Along book and CD contain (available separately) over 90 tracks including every song from the DVD in their full-length versions minus the drums; allowing drummers to expand their skills by playing any of the grooves with a band and recording themselves on audio or video (optional) to help facilitate the learning process. These tracks also supply a variety of fill-in and soloing opportunities to challenge advanced players. In addition the book features Igoe's extended “global tours” that will test even the most seasoned professionals chops creativity and stamina and as a “first of its kind” bonus there is a full-length orchestral play-along track designed to provide a taste of playing in a full orchestra complete with multiple moving tempos dynamics and feels.

Funk Blues & Straight-Ahead Jazz-In this information-packed DVD Mike Clark explains and demonstrates the blues funk and jazz roots behind his unique and highly influential approach. Step by step Clark takes viewers through the evolution of funk shuffle and swing showing with concise illustrations how he shaped his signature ‘Oakland ghost-note’ style into the pioneering grooves he played with Herbie Hancock's Headhunters. Bonus live performances with his trio show the range power and passion that have made Mike Clark into one of the most in-demand genre-crossing drummers in contemporary music!

On September 13th 2003 Steve Gadd was honoured by the Zildjian company with the American Drummers Achievement Award. A once-in-a-lifetime event hosted by Bill Cosby and featuring contributions from Chick Corea Eric Clapton Will Lee and Tom Scott. This double DVD contains over six hours of footage including the evening's concert rehearsal footage a 20-minute documentary on Steve's career and a host of early archive and rare material. Furthermore the DVD may be played in 5.1 Surround Sound mixed at the drum chair and allowing you to hear this incredible performer from his own point of view!

Eastern Rim is a jam-packed 2-DVD set that includes performance footage insightful drum clinic material touring diaries and interviews all with the Red Hot Chili Peppers' drummer himself!