The Drummer's Studio Survival Guide is an updated and expanded version of author Mark Parson's informative 13-part "In the Studio" series from Modern Drummer magazine. Topics include preparing one's drums for recording, drum miking, the use of outboard equipment, interacting with producers and engineers, and other information vital to any drummer entering the studio - whether for the first time or as a veteran.

If you are a drummer looking to expand your knowledge of musical styles, Survival Guide for the Modern Drummer is the book for you. From pop to country, metal to jazz, and Latin to Motown, Jim Riley (drummer and musical director for Rascal Flatts) has crammed his considerable stage and studio experience into this amazing resource. The book includes 124 play-along tracks which were meticulously recorded with just the right musicians for each recording, creating an authentic and inspiring library. Tempo software and audio performance of each of the 318 grooves are also included making learning these grooves even easier. From beginner to advanced, this book truly has something for everyone. If you dream of taking your drumming to the next level, Survival Guide for the Modern Drummer is the book that can help you make that a reality. For the first time, groove tracks are now downloadable, so you'll have everything you need in one place.

The reference manual for both beginning and advanced drummers, including Tipcodes and a glossary.

Tactical drumming is a focused approach to learning drums that zeros in on the essential grooves you need to know. Most importantly, it eliminates drum set rhythms that are rarely used and prioritizes beats that are played all the time. This approach is similar to military basic training, where soldiers concentrate on the skills they need to be proficient, strong, and successful in a variety of combat situations. Likewise, this approach centers on rhythms that will make you a solid, skillful, and well-trained drummer. By learning the grooves in this book, you will be prepared to play in just about every style. Are you tired of drum methods that show you repetitious patterns and grooves that you do not use? Do you want a drum set guide that will give you exactly what you need to survive and thrive as a drummer? In Tactical Drumming: Groove Survival Guide you will find: Only the grooves that you need to know to play for just about every situation. How to play Top Popular Grooves, Classic Pop Grooves, Swing & Shuffle Grooves, and Latin Rhythms. Distinct variations for each groove, which will make you sound like a pro. Complete breakdown core grooves to strategically learn each rhythm. Video links to learn the rhythms, key background info, vital listening examples, and pro tips to make you sound awesome!

The Working Drummer is an updated compilation of one of Modern Drummer's longest running and most popular columns - "Club Scene." In these columns (from April of 1980 through July of 1992), author Rick Van Horn offered lessons learned in over 25 years as a club drummer. Whether your gig is steady or casual, at home or on the road, in clubs or on the wedding circuit - if you make even part of your living playing drums - you'll find a wealth of useful information in this book.

There are numerous different types of careers involving drumming. You can play in bands, become a teacher, work as a session musician, run workshops, use drumming for therapy, work in recording studios, or get involved with the music business. There are plenty of opportunities to work within the field of drumming. This book is written with the drummer in mind, however, all the information can be applied to other instruments or fields of business too. It's almost impossible to read this book and not get motivated and learn something. So join the revolution of drummers and take control of your life and financial destiny. Learn to demand riches from playing the drums, and learn to "Be a Boss". -You will learn ways to create passive income from playing the drums so that even if you do nothing but relax all day, you will still make money from something you did once. -You will learn to set your price and learn how to Demand thousands of dollars for playing the drums. -You will wake up with excitement and passion for music, life, and playing drums again. -You will learn how to build your confidence and faith so that you can create a life full of only what you DO want, and nothing you DON'T. -You will learn the secrets the professionals don't talk about, that make them rich and successful. -You will get step-by-step instructions on how to figure out what you want, and exactly how to get it. -And much more.

(Book). Culled from Bill Bachman's popular "Strictly Technique" articles in Modern Drummer magazine, this book will help players develop hands that are loose, stress free, and ready to play anything that comes to mind. The book is for everyone who plays with sticks, regardless of whether you're focusing primarily on drumset, orchestral percussion, or the rudimental style of drumming. Divided into three main sections Technique, Top Twelve Rudiments, and Chops Builders the book is designed to get you playing essential techniques correctly and as quickly as possible. Also includes a bonus section two-hand coordination and independence.