Drums For Dummies
Learn how to play the drums with this easy to understand book!

This book covers the basics for the drumming beginner - from finding the perfect drum set to learning how to care for it properly. You will master music fundamentals with expert tips for how to read music and how to understand basic techniques - with or without the sticks! It discusses the power of rhythm and percussion in world music, from Ashiko and Conga to Samba and Bosa Nova, with examples of each rhythm on the companion audio CD. Includes coverage of today's music styles from jazz and rock to country and R&B. Features ideas for keeping the beat alive - from finding print and internet resources to taking lessons or starting your own band. The added value CD-ROM allows readers to listen and play along to the exercises and pieces you'll find in the book.

From the Back Cover
Get down with rock, R&B, jazz, blues, funk, and Latin rhythms!

Groove to the beat — the fun and easy way™ Whether you're dreaming of starting a band or simply playing a hand drum, this friendly book-and-CD package makes it easy to pick up the basics. From beating the bongos to striking the snares, it delivers just what you need to rock'n' roll! all this on the bonus CD-ROM Various music styles and beats—from jazz and rock to samba and R&B—that you can play along with Rhythms for hand drums from the bongos, congas, and djembe to the ashiko, tar, and udu Solos you can use to amaze the other guys and gals in the band

Discover how to: Bang out basic rhythms — with or without sticks Understand fundamental drumming techniques Explore other percussion instruments Find the perfect drumset Tune and maintain your drums

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By Jeff Strong