Voted second on Modern Drummer's list of 25 Greatest Drum Books in 1993, Progressive Steps to Syncopation for the Modern Drummer is one of the most versatile and practical works ever written for drums. Created exclusively to address syncopation, it has earned its place as a standard tool for teaching beginning drummers syncopation and strengthening reading skills. This book includes many accented eighths, dotted eighths and sixteenths, eighth-note triplets and sixteenth notes for extended solos. In addition, teachers can develop many of their own examples from it.
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28 of 29 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Syncopation is much more than a nicely graduated reading text. Used skillfully, and with a good teacher, this classic can go a long way towards teaching the elements of limb independance and co-ordination. Superimposing ostinato patterns over the "as written" notation reveals a world of possibilities.
Bass players, as well as others, can derive benefit from the complexities of reading the syncopated figures in this book. Each exercise places quarter notes in each measure so that the student can always see the relationship of the downbeat to the exercise.
Drummers, get this book, get Stone's Stick Control, get a good teacher, and you will be well on the way to the ranks of the musically monstrous.
25 of 29 people found the following review helpful
By Etan
Format:Paperback
If you're a beginner and just learning how to read music (for drums) this is a great book. It is good to have a teacher go through this book with you, and maybe add in some things... it is always good and very helpful to count out loud while going through this book. The book is only snare + bass, and starts with quarters, then goes on to eights, sixteenths, triplets, and even sixteenth-note triplets. It also has a few rolls, and in the end it teaches you accents.
10 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book at a glance looks simple, but there is so many deferent ways it is useful. It is goo d to practice slow and then getting faster, also using one hand, or you feet. I think this book will set you mind free of pattern. It will let to do anything with either hand making you a better drummer. You have to practice this and use it a lot to get anything out of it. It is a must have for a drummer of any level.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
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Excellent Book
Great book, lots of exercises to further your understanding of syncopation. They become gradually more difficult as you proceed but move at a steady pace that is great for... Read more
Published 21 days ago by Trevor Gabriel
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syncopation
I have found it easy to follow. I have been a drummer since I was twelve but a poor reader.
Published 21 days ago by thomas
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Every drummer needs it
This book is definitely a piece of drumming art. Awesome 16-bar exercises and really easy to read. Stop thinking about it. just get it already. Read more
Published 22 days ago by David Diez Perez
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The best for beginners
Brought these for my boys. I purchased two as the instructor makes notes regarding each child's progress. The books provide beats for the kids to practice. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Donald D Phimister
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Awesome
If you are Drummer you must get this book. This is one of the Bibles of drumming. If you're taking drumming seriously, seriously get this book. Work through it slowly. Read more
Published 1 month ago by GuruMyStick
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Great book!
Excellent book. Easy to follow and so far it seems great! I would definitely recommend this book for anyone looking to learn about syncopation.
Published 2 months ago by D. Effren
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Excellent book.
I got this for a drum studio class that am taking Arizona State University and so far my reading has been challenged. Read more
Published 3 months ago by (((JAKE)))
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Great for a new percussionist or seasoned professional
This book and "Stick Control" are the backbone of rudiment books for percussionists. It is no less than essential that this book be used to learn or tune-up one's... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Donald
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another one of the best books i have purchased in the last 9 months.
this book has been very valuble and instructive in my reintroduction to drumming. i am very happy to return to drumming after a 30 year abcense.
Published 4 months ago by ronald sanders
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A Must-Have for the Serious Student
I've tried to play by ear, but it never got me anywhere. I look forward to learning the techniques in this book.
Published 4 months ago by Michael Gideon
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- The Drummer's Bible: How to Play Every Drum Style from Afro-Cuban to Zydeco by Mick Berry in Back Matter
- The Singing Drummer: Add Vocals to Your Beat by Kevin Ronkko in Back Matter
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