lesson books and materials

Drum Lessons are conducted from a variety of books and materials. Following is a list of some of the lesson books used.
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ABC of Drumming by Serge Carnovale A comprehensive introduction to drumming for the beginner. |
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Groove Essentials by Tommy Igoe Includes 88 play-along tracks, 6 hours of music and pro charts for every song. |
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The Art of Bop Drumming by John Riley A comprehensive study of Jazz drumming, includes play-along CD plus pro charts for every song. |
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Sticking Patterns by Gary Chaffee A study of creative sticking patterns, accented single strokes and use of double strokes around the drum kit. Contains demonstration CD. |
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Studio/Jazz Drum Cookbook by John Pickering An introduction to jazz coordination (excellent study for beginner Jazz students). |
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The Drumset Musician by Rod Morgenstein & Rick Mattingly A musical approach to playing the drums, contains play-along CD with pro charts. |
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Rhythm Section Drumming by Frank Corniola A workbook for musical togetherness between drums & bass. Contains play-along CD. |
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Rudiments & Motions by Frank Corniola Contains accent studies, drumkit concepts, sticking patterns, dynamic development, rudiments, roll studies and rudimental solos. |