Progressive Rock

Progressive Rock Drumming explores many of the techniques used by the founding prog drummers and shows how drummers can create their own Drumset parts based on these techniques while also demonstrating how multiple and very different Drumset parts can be created for the same music. While Progressive Rock Drumming explores some advanced techniques it also teaches the reader how to create original and inventive Drumset parts without the need to play in a demanding virtuosic style. Progressive Rock Drumming addresses a wide variety of progressive rock styles including such sub-genres as symphonic classical fusion neo-progressive progressive metal Rock In Opposition (RIO) and space rock.The package includes access to audio of demo tracks as well as play-along tracks (with and without drums) for nine songs in various prog rock styles. Progressive Rock Drumming includes charts for all of the songs that have written-out drum parts as well as condensed band parts to help one see how the Drum part relates to the song resulting in a very musical approach to progressive rock drumming.

Progressive Rock Bass --Creative unconventional complex and experimental progressive rock represents the pinnacle of musicianship in the rock world and now with this exceptional book and CD pack you can explore and study many of the concepts and techniques behind progressive rock bass playing.Learn the methods of prog heroes like Geddy Lee Chris Squire Tony Levin Greg Lake and more. Over 65 tracks for demonstration and play-along are included on the accompanying CD!

Featuring 20 Backing Tracks by John Browne of Monuments-As a founding member and guitarist of progressive rock group Scale the Summit Chris Letchford has earned a reputation as one of the genre's most technically fluent and unique players seamlessly blending such diverse styles as jazz instrumental rock and metal. Equally adept on six- seven- or even eight-string Guitar Latchford focuses on the six-string variety in Progressive Rock Guitar Licks but includes a bonus section for the seven-string player. The 65 licks that comprise Progressive Rock Guitar Licks are demonstrated on the accompanying video and notated in both standard notation and tab. The licksare grouped according to the scales from which they are derived (A major D harmonic minor E Lydian etc.) and include backing tracks so you can immediately practice the licks with a full band. Techniques covered include: melodic and syncopated phrasing; slides hammer-ons and pull-offs; right- and left-hand tapping; alternate and sweep picking; string skipping; string bending; palm muting; arpeggios; vibrato; and more. The price of this book includes access to video and audio tracks online for download or streaming using the unique code inside the book.

The Complete Guide with CD!-From the classic sounds of the '70s to modern progressive stylings this book and CD combination provides you with the theory and technique to play and compose in a multitude of prog rock styles. You'll learn how soloing techniques form rhythmic and metrical devices harmony and counterpoint all come together to make this style of rock the unique and exciting genre it is. Also included is an introduction to classic and contemporary keyboard instruments and sounds and how they can be used in different combinations to produce authentic-sounding keyboard parts. The accompanying CD features many of the examples covered in the book as well as sixcomplete progressive rock songs recorded by a real band.

Progressive Rock Piano covers all aspects of rock Piano playing featuring the most common rock chords and progressions. Special emphasis is placed on music theory as it relates to rock including blues scales chord construction and substitution in the most common rock keys.A basic chord chart section and glossary of musical terms are also included.

Par LACKOWSKY RICH. This must-have guide for drummers provides insight into the history and development of the progressive rock genre, and explores a dozen legendary drummers that had the most impact on the style. The book will lead you through the beats, licks, solos, and grooves that made each artist famous, with insight into their approaches, the gear they used, the bands they played in, and the drummers who influenced them. The easy-to-follow lessons delve into authentic transcriptions of 36 famous beats and solos from songs by Porcupine Tree, The Mars Volta, Tool, Dream Theater, Rush, Frank Zappa, Yes, King Crimson, Jethro Tull, and others. Amazing photos are included, as well as a listing of essential recordings. All the beats and solos in the book are performed on the accompanying CD. / Méthode en anglais / Méthode / Batterie