Vic Firth Artist and Educator, Mike Michalkow has released a new DVD that has been called "The most complete and comprehensive jazz drumming package ever to be created."
In the Jazz Drumming System, Mike leaves no stone unturned - covering a wide range of topics for every level of playing.
Some topics include:
An overview of the drum legend/key for drum notation
A guide to drum gear selection for Jazz
How to tune your drums for Jazz
An overview of traditional and match grips
How to count triplet note values out loud
Tips for counting in a swing tune with a band
An overview of the drum legend/key for drum notation
A guide to drum gear selection for Jazz
How to tune your drums for Jazz
An overview of traditional and match grips
How to count triplet note values out loud
Tips for counting in a swing tune with a band
A look at the differences between straight and swing eighth notes
An overview of correct bass drum technique
An overview of hi-hat techniques
A complete and detailed guide to to developing a Jazz groove around the basic ride cymbal pattern
An overview of the key differences between playing with a big band vs playing with a combo band
An introduction to the shuffle groove
An overview of playing 4/4 Jazz with a 2 feel
Introduction to drum set comping
62 snare drum comping exercises to develop your snare drum hand for improved independence
62 bass drum comping exercises to build independence with the bass drum
56 hi-hat comping exercises
63 snare and bass drum comping exercises
In addition to these "getting started" topics, there is also an "exercises" DVD and a "playalong" DVD to expand and apply your skills! This three DVD set with 70 page workbook and playalong cd is the perfect tool for any drummer - whether you're looking to get started playing jazz, or you're just brushing up on some of your skills.
