Drum Set Method Books

Rothman-Splashdown

Splashdown is the first truly in-depth study of an all-important aspect of rock drumming. Written by Joel Rothman, this book will help develop your hi-hat coordination... 

Rogers-Solo Studies for Drum Set Book 1

This book, the first in the series of three, is the result of the need expressed by percussion educators for repertory for the student who is making the big step from the snar... 

Humphrey-Even in the Odds

The purpose of this book is to lead the player visually and musically into the logic of odd rhythms and their various forms, so the he may apply this new knowledge to contempo... 

DeJohnette-Art of Modern Jazz Drumming

This book deals with the principles, techniques, rhythms, and concepts of progressive jazz. Topics include improvisation, interaction of parts, meter-within-meter phrasing, cy... 

Vinciguerra-Studies in Drumset Independence

"Studies in Drum Set Independence Vol.1". It is the perfect aid to help beginner to intermediate drummers learn four way coordination, or limb independence. Chapter One teache... 

Perkins-Logical Approach to Jazz Coordination

A complete approach to jazz coordination using the unique Rhythmic Alphabet System which addresses Two, Three, and Four-Way Coordination patterns through reinforcing exercises... 

Agostini-Methode de Batterie (Vol 0) (Initiation de Batterie)

The first book in Agostini's Series of Drum Set method books. VOL. 0 covers the basic approach to a drum set through triplet based rhythms.  

Perkins-Logical Approach to Rock Coordination

A complete approach to rock coordination of the Rhythmic Alphabet System which addresses Two, Three and Four-Way Co ordination patterns through reinforcing exercises. 

Hanna-Syncopated Big Band Fig. 2

A collection of duets that utilize syncopated jazz rhythms. Instrumentation is left open to your imagination. Great for study or performance. 

Chaffee-Odd Time Stickings

Odd Time Stickings is an extension of Gary Chaffee's popular method book, "Sticking Patterns, Book 1." Since the use of different meters has become much more common in contemp... 

Rothman-Recipes Special Stickings Around the Drums

Play different forms of paradiddles between the snare and tomtoms with Recipes: Special Stickings Around the Drums . It's fun! For intermediate players.  

Rothman-Swingin' in Three Quarter Time

Swingin' in Three Quarter Time by Joel Rothman is a study to help develop the ability to play a jazz swing beat in 3\4 time. Includes solos to be applied to the 3\4 ... 

Hanna-Syncopated Big Band Fig. 1

A collection of solos that utilize syncopated jazz rhythms. Instrumentation is left open to your imagination. Great for study or performance. Now you can also practice all of... 

Rothman-Rock Drum Solos

Joel Rothman creates a diverse set of hand-Foot independence developed through musical four-bar solos in Rock Drum Solos - perfect for beginning to intermediate stude... 

Kihle-Set Focus: An Introduction to Drum Set

Set Focus is written by Jason Kihle as an introduction to the drum set and an overview of many of the areas of drum set study that a student will encounter. A wide array of ex... 

Joseph/Rucker-Exercises in African-American Funk

Exercises in African-American Funk by Jonathan Joseph and Steve Rucker. The exercises in this book are designed to introduce musicians who have studied jazz, R&B, rock, soul, ... 

Lefevre-Prog Tech Stud/SD 1

PROGRESSIVE TECHNICAL STUDIES, due to its simple and efficient conception, is primarily meant for students interested in the study of drums. Nevertheless, it will be very usef... 

Bellonzi-Bk 3 Language of Jazz Drumming

An advanced instruction course in the study of Jazz Drum Set. 

Capozzoli-Around the Drums with Triplets 1

Paul Capozzoli's Around the Drums with Triplets will help any drumset player to learn basic triplet patterns and their applications to drum set. 

Bellson-Rock-Jazz Phrasing

An instructional book to develop your sense of time and feel for Jazz-Rock.