Afro-Cuban Percussion Guide, Book 1

As contemporary jazz changes and incorporates new styles into its mainstream today's drummers are often faced with new stylistic challenges. This guide will help any drummer learn how to make smooth transitions between different feels and tempos as well as become comfortable with modern swing styles and time keeping practices.Drummers will also become familiar with big band chart reading in styles other than traditional swing which is vital in small group situations and contemporary jazz ensembles. This book is a must-have compendium of crucial tips and tricks for drummers who want to stay on top of their game.Jazz Drumming Transitions addressesthes musical challenges and provides help with:Changing smoothly between various Afro-Cuban/Brazilian feels to a swing feelSoloing over different types of ostinatos (vamps)Practising metric modulations and tempo changesTransitioning from traditional big band swing charts to contemporary jazz ensemble compositionsSwitching from sticks to brushes (or vice versaChanging from one tempo to anotherThe three included CDs provide dozens of examples and songs for practising the skills learned in the book.