Complete Funk Drumming Book

This is the most complete presentation of today's popular funk drumming style. The book takes you from the very roots of rock and rhythm `n' blues drumming to highly complex, multidirectional funk styles, and details certain subtleties a seasoned veteran would understand. While most drum instruction books concentrate on developing technique, reading ability, or independent coordination, this unique book accurately documents what is hip in rock `n' roll drumming. The contents are geared to prepare the student for survival in a live playing situation. This book will help you develop a funk drumming style that people want to hear from a drummer in a working situation - live or in the studio. It contains exercises from many influences covering coordination, rhythms, patterns, and phrasing. Includes access to online audio.