Drum Instruction Books and DVDs

Learn to play drum set, hand drums, rhythm instruments

Berklee Instant Drum Set - HL50449513 $14.95

Play Right Now! Book with CD.

Learn to play the drums instantly with this revolutionary method for students of all ages! Written by Ron Savage, Chair of the Ensemble Department at Berklee College of Music, this book/CD pack teaches first-time drummers rock, funk and jazz beats within minutes. Features tips on playing and locking in with a bass player, strategies to help you understand the drum set and develop your own beats, and an accompanying CD so you can jam with the band in a variety of musical styles.

Play Percussion in 5 Minutes - DVD - RBPM1000 $21.50

With Norbert Heuser and Pitti Hecht

This double DVD provides 3 hours of fun and hands on instruction for teachers and beginners. Learn to hold and play correctly 50 different basic percussion instruments. Most every percussion instrument is included as are examples of music with which to play along. English and Spanish option provided – spoken language, no subtitles.

DRUMMING FOR KIDS DVD - HL641774 $19.95

60-MIN. VIDEO · NOVICE LEVEL - Ages 6-10

Drum kit NOT required! Sam Zucchini makes drumming fun and easy as he teaches how to keep time, count beats, understand rhythm and get tuned in to playing in an ensemble. Award-winning children's entertainers The Zucchini Brothers join in on guitar and keyboards so the young drummer can play along with the band. If there's a drum set in the house, that's fine - but not necessary. Sam takes an ordinary kitchen stool and shows how to start using drumsticks to keep the beat on the rubber step-pad. The learning drummer develops coordination and timing through a series of interactive exercises that keep him or her involved and actively participating by playing along with the video.

BEGINNER DRUM PACK - HL00320481 $29.95

Level: Beginner. 2 DVD PACK - Groove Essentials and Getting Started on Drums.

This money-saving pack includes the complete Getting Started on Drums and Groove Essentials, at a savings of almost $15. With 6 hours of world-class instruction in all, this package is a great deal!

The Art of Percussion Accessory Playing - HL00317095 $9.95

A unique text providing information on the background, selection and fundamental performance techniques for 17 accessory instruments including wood block, claves, antique cymbals. temple blocks, cabasa, castanets and more. It also provides skill development exercises that cover the essential techniques for each instrument and, includes a list of selected literature from the band and orchestra repertoire. Each musical exercise includes a description of the technique being taught as well as a clear, instructional diagram.