The New Breed II (Paperback)

by Gary Chester (Author), Chris Adams (Author) "Trust: as defined in the Funk & Wagnalls Standard Desk Dictionary, 1..." (more)
Key Phrases: play pattern, Gary Chester, Triplet Bonuses

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Product Description
This sequel to The New Breed is a more advanced book that teaches a method for learning total independence and creativity. It was started by Gary Chester and completed by his student Chris Adams after GaryÕs death. Topics covered include: cross bonuses, wac-a-chuck bonuses, disco, funk, swing, 8th-note triplet bonuses, 16th-note triplet melodies, odd times, and much more. Includes a special tribute to Gary Chester.

Product Details

• Paperback: 96 pages
• Publisher: Modern Drummer Publications (March 1, 1990)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0793500044
• ISBN-13: 978-0793500048
• Product Dimensions: 11.7 x 8.7 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #406,534 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The new Breed II, April 13, 2000

By	Rick Pickard (Toronto,Canada) - See all my reviews

The greatest book for developing your four limb independance and improvisational skills.This is a useful and challenging book for players of all skill levels.Gary Chester is the master of drum education and he has taught drummers such as Kenny Aronoff and Dave Weckl.This book is a must read for any drummer that has professional aspirations.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The new Breed II By Gary Chester, April 11, 2000

By A Customer

This book is definitely not for beginners or amateurs.It is an in depth study of independance by one of the great studio legends.gary Chester has taught well known drummers such as Dave Weckl, Kenny Aronoff and Danny Gottlieb.This is definitely a challenge for any drummer regardless of their experience.The exercises contained in this book are designed to open the players imagination. It is an excellent challenge and it is a must buy for anyone with professional drumming aspirations.Be forewarned it is not an easy book to master !

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars If you thought the first book was challenging..., February 27, 2009

By	Michael F. Marble (CT, USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Gary Chester's The New Breed II is a wonderfully difficult follow-up to his first New Breed. He was a genius in his ability to show drummers exactly where the "weak spots" are in their playing, and most importantly how to heal those problem areas, and move on to greater creativity. His exercises are very "dense", i.e., one works on many different aspects of drumming simultaneously, thus giving a big "bang for the buck" with respect to practice time. This book is a must for any serious student of the drumkit!