The Drumming Solutions Foundation Stage is the ultimate workbook for aspiring musicians serious about playing drums.

The first in an on-going series of resources written by the experienced Drumming Solutions team of Rhys Thomas and Mark Galozzi-Hibbert, this simple to follow 44 page workbook, complete with audio CD, is crammed full of tips and advice aimed at getting you to understand the basics of the drum kit and rhythm theory.

Using simple and easy to follow instructions the workbook actually teaches you how to read drum music.  It also covers the fundimentals of notation to help you become a fluent reader.  You will also learn how to create your very own beats and fill-ins that you can use in musical situations.  Having the ability to transcribe what you play will mean you are much more likely to improve your reading and sight-reading capabilities.

The workbook also covers important fundimental drumming concepts such as drum kit setup, how to hold the sticks, styles, bass drum technique, hi-hat technique, semibreve and minims, crotchet beats, quaver and semiquaver beats, full bar fill-ins, single and double stroke exercises, and paradiddle exercises.  It also covers foot techniques to help balance and coordinate, and much more.  This course will assist you on the road to becoming the drummer you deserve to be!

Pack Details:

Inside is a 44 page workbook full of great drumming exercises that will challenge and get the best out of you.  Included is an audio CD with every beat, supplement and example from the workbook reproduced at various speeds.  This CD is designed to be listened to as you work through the book, helping you to keep on track and improve.

Other Material:

After completing the Foundation Stage the Intermediate Stage is the next book for you.  It will push your drumming to the next level where you will experience a noticeable step up in your ability.  Other books in this range will include Advanced and Expert.

Reviews

'Beautifully usable, thoroughly comprehensive and packed with musical creativity - Drumming Solutions has it all' Jon Caws - Proffesionnal drum tutor

'Great teaching methods which are very easy to understand.  These books will provide a great teaching resource for any drum tutor' - Mark Blundell - Music school tutor

'These books are great.  Well thought out teaching that is delivered in a way that can help players of all abilities.  I highly recommend these books to anyone who wants to better themselves as drummers' - Matt Blackwell - Touring drummer