Books

Drums and Percussion

“A fresh, new, unique approach to developing technique and style.”

—Vic Firth, on Drum Studies by Dave Vose

Stickings and Orchestrations for Drum Set

by Casey Scheuerell,

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Drum Set Fundamentals

Improve your overall coordination, touch, and dynamics, and gain a solid foundation in drum set performance and musicianship.
Rock Drums

The course, authored by world-famous drummer Rod Morgenstein (Winger, Dixie Dregs), begins by exploring the tried and true patterns from the earliest days of rock and roll, which continue to impact virtually every genre of rock music today.
Afro-Cuban Drums

Strengthen your overall versatility as a drummer by learning the rich grooves and rhythmic concepts of Afro-Cuban music.
Funk/R&B Drums

Learn to play songs and improvise rhythms in the style of funk and R&B.
Programming and Producing Drum Beats

Learn to compose and produce polished, professional-sounding drumbeats in a variety of different styles.
Specialist Drums Certificate Program

Successful modern drummers are versatile, creative players with a keen sense of touch, dynamics, and coordination. Focusing on rock, funk, and R&B settings, this program will advance your skills in these areas, starting with the basics of musicianship and technique and concluding with forays into advanced improvisation. Whether you aim for a smooth “in the pocket” sound like John “Jabo” Starks of the J.B.’s or a rough rock sound like Jose Pasillas of Incubus, you’ll further your development as an excellent and expressive drummer who can effectively bring multiple styles to the table.

Author Spotlight

Michael Markus

Michael Markus has spent over twenty years performing, teaching and studying West African drumming. Along with a BFA in percussion,…

Ed Saindon

Ed Saindon has a B.M. from Berklee College of Music, and is an international clinician, adjudicator, and concert artist. He…