Drum Set Method Books
Merzet-Recueil de Batterie vol. 1
Each volume approaches specific techniques. Topics covered include: Cordination Rhythms Rhythmic Variations Cymbal Techniques ( French Text)
Miller-1,000 Even Roll Solos for Drum Set (Vol 4)
The rhythms were taken from Vol. 2 and placed in this volume to show how rhythms can be changed into rolls without losing their syncopated effects.
Miller-Dev. Left Hand/Right Foot for Drum Set Vol. 6
This book serves the same purpose as Vol. 5, but with a sixteenth-note foundation. It should increase the drummer's left hand/right foot coordination – a necessary skill...
Tavernier-Drums: Premiere
A beginner's method for drum set. Contains basic style and technique study. Concepts are combined in etudes for performance.
Bartlett-20 Easy Pieces for Drum Kit
Keith Bartlett begins all sections in each book with a short note of advice for the student which is both informative and fun. Musical terms and expressions are introduced thr...
Miller-Dev. Left Hand/Right Foot for Drum Set Vol. 5
Written as the follow-up to the first four volumes in the series, this book focuses on left hand and right foot facility, using triplets as a foundation.
Rothman-Jazz Coordination with a Twelve Eight Feel
Jazz Coordination with a 12/8 Feel is designed by Joel Rothman to explore playing jazz at slow tempos with a 12/8 feel. Complete coordination in this style will re...
Rothman-Hey Diddle-Diddle
"Hey Diddle Diddle", as the name implies, is all about para-diddles. Joel Rothman presents, through a series of developmental exercises, infinite variations of the para-diddle...
Spagnardi-Drumset Control
The ability to move around the drumset with speed, control, endurance and accuracy is an extremely important asset for today's drummer. Drumset Control, written by the founder...
Hans-Workin' Drums: 50 Solos for Drumset
This collection of solo drumset music will provide the practicing drummer with interesting ideas to explore through a varied selection of musical styles and degrees of difficu...
Ward-Inside Out: Exploring the Mental Aspects of Drumming
This book takes drummers beyond the rudiments and technical exercises to the artistic and spiritual side of what it takes to be a great musician. Master drummer Billy Ward, pl...
Lombardo-Rockin' Bass Drum (Bk 1)
ROCKIN' BASS DRUMM BOOK ONE offers the drummer an exciting repertoire of two-bar and four-bar solos for rock, jazz-rock and soul rock. It also emphasizes the interaction of c...
Spagnardi-Accent Control
A must-read for every drummer, this exceptional book by Modern Drummer magazine founder and publisher Ron Spagnardi will help you become the master of your kit! It features ov...
Spagnardi-Paradiddle Power
Written by the founder, publisher & editor of Modern Drummer magazine, Paradiddle Power is a unique study of the many applications of single, double, and triple paradiddles ar...
Cohan-Drummer's Almanac
This celebration of the art of drumming is a must-have for all drummers, beginning to advanced. With essential tips on techniques and tongue-in-cheek anecdotes, The Drummer's ...
Spagnardi-Cross Sticking Studies
By following the series of progressive exercises laid out here, drummers who already possess a substantial level of solo skills – but who want to add a greater degree of...
Hapke-Drumming The Easy Way
This new book takes the beginning drummer through the paces – from reading simple exercises to playing great grooves and fills. Each lesson includes a preparatory exerci...
Black/Fullen-Bass Drum Essentials for Drumset BOOK ONLY
Bass Drum Essentials for the Drumset is a unique book exploring bass drum technique and its usage in a variety of musical styles. All of the strengthening exercises, combinati...
Sweeney-Drums for the Absolute Beginner BOOK ONLY
This book teaches the complete novice everything they need to know to start playing drums right away. The music lover who has never even sat behind a drum will be playing drum...
Rothman-Country Drumming
Joel Rothman's Country Drumming will show you all the beats necessary to drum with the right feel: 'country style'. This is a great and very focused book for all drumm...