Gene Krupa Drum Method (Paperback)

by Gene Krupa (Author)

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Product Description
This method features transcriptions from the video Gene Krupa: Jazz Legend. The first section of the book presents Krupa's drum method which combines individual snare drum techniques with basic drumset applications. The second section contains transcriptions of Krupa's performances from the video.

Product Details

• Paperback: 88 pages
• Publisher: Alfred Publishing (November 1, 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0760400857
• ISBN-13: 978-0760400852
• Product Dimensions: 11.7 x 8.7 x 0.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,342,384 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Beginners or experienced drummers will love this book!, December 30, 2001

By A Customer

Gene Krupa's original text guides the beginning drummer through everything from stick selection to being a "quadridexterous" drummer (combining the use of both arms and legs). He focuses on making sure the student learns even the most basic aspects of drumming thoroughly, and each lesson builds upon the last, as any good instruction should. Also, all the well-known drumming rudiments are taught, such as paradiddles, rolls, and flams. From talking to more experienced drummers, most have said that this is the best way to learn to drum; it's only too bad that the rudiments have been ignored in favor of the five-minute "this is a basic rock beat" lesson. I have found this book very easy to teach yourself from.

Experienced drummers will also enjoy this book, with several of Gene's solos in the back. Songs such as "Sing, Sing, Sing," "Caravan," and a neat little cowbell lick, among others, are included. This book is a must for the beginning drummer, the jazz drummer, and Gene Krupa fans!

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Gene Krupa's Drum Method, June 1, 2008

By	Dale E. White - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Gene Krupa Drum Method (Paperback)

The book is too small to be of practical use,about 5" by 5". To use the exercises it is necessary to enlarge them. The book is poor on explanation. From such a great drummer I was expecting a much better book.Some of the exercises are good so the book is not a total waste.