Publisher : Barnhouse Company

"The purpose of this book is to provide the drummer with the fundamental skills to perform in a studio orchestra, big band, show band, or small combo. The book includes concepts, ideas and philosophies concerning how to play musically with any type of ensemble.

The book contains a collection of drum parts which will provide an overview of the different drum part "formats" one might encounter. In addition, there is a cassette tape designed to demonstrate common fills and setups.

Ideally, the book will serve as a reference point and will prepare the player for most reading situations" - Steve Houghton
 
• Definitions of common terms and phrases
• Exercises in articulation, phrasing, set-ups/fills
• Recordings of numerous written examples from the book showing common ensemble • Figures and passages.
• Play-along drum parts to 10 Big Band & Studio formats recorded on the 2 CD’s

Sample Pages

• Batteria Solista
• The Ultimate Drumset Reading Anthology
• The Drumser Performer
• A Guide for the Modern Jazz Rhythm Section 
• Studio & Big Band Drumming
• Essential Styles 1
• Essential Styles 2
• Drum Solos