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Around the World: More Indian Rhythms for Drumset

December 2012 Around the World More Indian Rhythms for Drumset Counting Backward to the Downbeat by Pete Lockett I was quite far along in my studies of Indian music when I was shown the ideas we’re exploring this month. The…

Modern Drummer
Nov 2, 2012

Drumline Live! at NJPAC

Special Offer for Modern Drummer Readers: Pay only $20 each* for tickets in Tiers 2, 3, & 4 Drumline Live! Friday, October 26, 2012 at 8:00 The big-screen Drumline dramatized the marching band tradition of historically black colleges and universities. This…

Modern Drummer
Oct 24, 2012

Canopus Ash Standard Drumset

December 2012 Product Close-Up Canopus Ash Standard Drumset by Eric Novod Step into leading New York City jazz clubs like Smalls, Smoke, the Jazz Gallery, Cornelia Street Café, and the Zinc Bar, and you’ll find a house kit supplied by…

Modern Drummer
Oct 17, 2012

Buddy Rich: Style & Analysis

Buddy’s Best by Steve Fidyk Buddy Rich was the first jazz drummer I saw perform live as a kid, and experiencing his intensity in a club at such a young age left a deep impression on me. It’s an understatement…

Modern Drummer
Oct 17, 2012

Snare Drum and Percussion Clinic

Presented At Piano Trends Music, 35 Berkshire Dr. Crystal Lake, IL 60014 by instructors Greg and Steve Guelzo. November 3rd, 1:00-3:00 pm Subjects to be covered: * How to select a snare drum, parts of the snare drum * Snare drum tuning…

Modern Drummer
Oct 5, 2012
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The Drum Exchange Celebrates 20 Years!

Please join the Drum Exchange for their “20th Anniversary Bash” on Saturday, October 20, 2012, from 1:00PM to 4:00PM, 4501 Interlake Ave. N. Seattle. This FREE event includes: • FREE cowbell giveaway at 1:00 PM (while supplies last, limit 1…

Modern Drummer
Sep 26, 2012

Supernova Custom Drums ResoAir Shells

ResoAir Shells are said to produce a full-bodied, concentrated tone due to their distinctive structure, which involves internal air chambers. supernovadrums.com                  

Modern Drummer
Sep 25, 2012

MD Education Team Weighs In On: Traditional Grip

Is traditional grip a useful technique that drum students should learn? We asked the members of the MD Education Team if they think traditional grip is relevant in today’s teachings. Here’s what they had to say.   Jim Payne As…

Modern Drummer
Sep 21, 2012

DrumSkull Drums Sege Seges

These galvanized steel attachments add a bit of rattle to a djembe’s sound and also increase the overall volume and projection. Unlike traditional African sege seges, these are adorned with colorful rings rather than standard silver metal versions. Made in…

Modern Drummer
Sep 18, 2012

C&C Player Date Drumset

Nov 2012 Product Close-Up C&C Player Date Drumset by Michael Dawson One of the more impressive offerings we heard at this year’s winter NAMM show was the Player Date drumset from C&C, which is based in Gladstone, Missouri. These unassuming…

Modern Drummer
Sep 18, 2012

Montreal Drum Fest Celebrates its 20th Year

The Montreal Drum Fest is celebrating its twentieth anniversary this October 20 and 21. Saturday, October 20th, 2012 Dave Weckl Keith Carlock Pedrito Martinez Group The Drumbassadors (René Creemers & Wim DeVries) Magella Cormier/Eric Boudreault Duo Brad Park (The Badnutbeats) and…

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Sep 7, 2012

Popular Play-Alongs, Part 2: Pop-Punk

October 2012 Jobbing Drummer Popular Play-Alongs Part 2: Pop-Punk by Donny Gruendler In our first play-along article (July 2012), we developed the proper performance technique, groove vocabulary, and sound to play a Top 40 Justin Timberlake–style tune. This month we’re…

Modern Drummer
Aug 28, 2012
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Maximize Your Practicing: Get the Most From Whatever Time You Have

October 2012 Concepts Maximize Your Practicing Get the Most From Whatever Time You Have by Jeremy Hummel It seems that now more than ever we live in a world where it’s a challenge to find the time to do anything…

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Aug 28, 2012

Playing With a Band, Part 1: Communication and Form (w/ VIDEO)

Modern Drummer Web Exclusive! Playing With a Band Part 1: Communication and Form by Paul Hose It’s important to make regular eye contact with the other musicians when playing in an ensemble. In particular, focus on the bass player and…

Modern Drummer
Aug 17, 2012
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