How to Play Drums offers an exciting new way to learn to play. Its easy-to-follow instructions and systematic approach enable you to develop excellent drumming technique and to achieve the best effects from the instruments. Whether you are a beginner or an intermediate drummer, you'll find helpful advice on:
-Setting up your drum kit
-Using a practice pad
-Understanding notation
-Mastering the rudiments of rhythm
-Correct technique for the snare and bass drums
-Playing tom toms and cymbals
-Mastering the tambourine, claves, conga drums, and many other Latin American and hand-held percussion instruments
-Playing the timpani and other orchestral drums
-Setting up your drum kit
-Using a practice pad
-Understanding notation
-Mastering the rudiments of rhythm
-Correct technique for the snare and bass drums
-Playing tom toms and cymbals
-Mastering the tambourine, claves, conga drums, and many other Latin American and hand-held percussion instruments
-Playing the timpani and other orchestral drums
