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The Drumset Styles Encyclopedia |
“It gives me great honor and
pleasure to say this book is one of the greatest books that I have had the
chance to check out. Congratulations John! Job well done.”
Dennis Chambers |
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Order your copy here! |
The focus of the Drumset Styles Encyclopedia is
versatility and well roundedness. This book is an introduction to over 50 essential styles and time-feels for the working drummer and
aspiring professional. Each chapter features a different time-feel or style
with insightful information, useful playing examples and specific
recommended listening.
The book also illustrates comprehensive instruction on the importance of
listening and implementing productive listening into your daily practicing
routine. The wealth of information and research presented here makes this the
perfect user-friendly reference guide / instruction book. 95 Pages Includes CD
with Playing Examples |
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Drum Backbeats Encyclopedia |
"Drum Back-Beats Encyclopedia is sure to inspire and
promote the groove."
- Modern Drummer Magazine |
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The focus of the Drum Backbeats
Encyclopedia is groove! Section One features 22 snare and bass drum backbeat
variations that are imposed over 28 hi-hat ostinatos. The rhythmic variations
in the hi-hat patterns move through quarter, eighth, sixteenth, and
syncopated rhythms, as well as accented and non-accented variations. The book also explores open and closed
hi-hat development, as well as foot technique (chicks and splashed), ghost note
development and more. The layout and progression is clear, logical and
thoughtful. 95 pages. Includes CD with playing examples. |
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Vic Firth
- John
Explores "Listening" Techniques |
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Extreme Listening
– Extreme Results Check it out here! Click Image to View the Intro, then Read the Entire Article. |
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Vic Firth says John's Book
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Vic Firth is featuring an excerpt from the Drum
Backbeats Encyclopedia in the latest issue of their News Letter
Publication. Check it out here! Click Image to View the Article, or Read the Text Version. |
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Modern Drummer |
- February 2001 issue features John's article on Muscle Memory and helpful tips
on productive
practicing." Read it here." |
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Get the Entire Article Here! |
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©2003 John Thomakos |
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