Elderly Instruments Latest - Percussion http://elderly.com/list/percussion/new.rss en-us copyright 2008 Elderly Instruments Sun, 20 Jul 2008 05:43:18 -0400 Sun, 20 Jul 2008 05:43:18 -0400 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss 720 webmaster@elderly.com Book/CD set. From the drumming force behind Medeski, Martin & Wood. The claves in this book open up rhythmic subdivisions, substitutions, and a much wider vocabulary to draw upon than just playing static beats. ($24.95) ]]> Thu, 12 Jun 2008 20:00:00 -0400 http://elderly.com/books/items/20-005.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/20-005.htm Book/CD set. In-depth coverage of popular percussion instruments, including an overview of each instrument, rhythm patterns and playing tecniques, a pronunciation guide, assessment tools, and an audio/video play-along CD. CD enchanced to work on your computer! ($17.95) ]]> Thu, 12 Jun 2008 20:00:00 -0400 http://elderly.com/books/items/20-28993.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/20-28993.htm Select prime ribs, handcrafted by Clifton Ervin, Master of the Bones, Legend of the Great Northwest. About 6 inches long, nice and beefy with a tasty sound - a mighty fine bone tone. Keep out of reach of dogs. ($45.00) ]]> Wed, 11 Jun 2008 20:00:00 -0400 http://elderly.com/new_instruments/items/BBBS.htm http://elderly.com/new_instruments/items/BBBS.htm Sun, 04 May 2008 20:00:00 -0400 http://elderly.com/books/items/02-20991BCD.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/02-20991BCD.htm Published by Soar Valley Music, this book/CD package includes basic and advanced versions for 6 rhythms, with intros, breaks and endings for all instruments. It also includes the workshop plans and teaching methods used by BeatLife. A great resource for drummers who want to teach, teachers who want to drum and kids who want to do both. Beginners. 80 pp. ($22.95) ]]> Sun, 04 May 2008 20:00:00 -0400 http://elderly.com/books/items/02-4.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/02-4.htm Book/CD set. Includes: melodic ideas for creating memorable fills, tips for improving your creative process, fundamental stickings and hand patterns, and fills for a variety of styles, including rock, funk, jazz, and more. 79 pp. ($19.95) ]]> Thu, 10 Apr 2008 20:00:00 -0400 http://elderly.com/books/items/20-30251.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/20-30251.htm Book/CD set. A step-by-step tutorial on the study of drumset grooves. The four basic rhythms and beats discussed are: Malay, Chinese, Indian and Sikh rhythms. Contains information on how to use the systems, notation for the various patterns, more. The CD includes all of the rhythms. The beats are organized into groups of 10 variations per rhythm study for a total of 40 grooves arranged in sequence for the beginner/intermediate drum student. 4 pp. ($9.95) ]]> Wed, 02 Apr 2008 19:00:00 -0500 http://elderly.com/books/items/02-20699BCD.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/02-20699BCD.htm A row of tambourine jingles on a stick - basic hand percussion. ($15.95) ]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2008 19:00:00 -0500 http://elderly.com/new_instruments/items/RTH.htm http://elderly.com/new_instruments/items/RTH.htm A comprehensive series of musical rhythms and phrases that will help develop technique, drum set control and provide a steady flow of new ideas. To make this useful for different performance levels many variations are included. Include practical patterns in Jazz, Rock, Afro-Cuban and Latin Styles. The exercises and phrases provide rhythms for musical growth. Also lists a wide range of possible variations for each section. Beginning/intermediate. 80 pp. ($14.95) ]]> Thu, 06 Mar 2008 19:00:00 -0500 http://elderly.com/books/items/02-20949.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/02-20949.htm Book/CD/DVD set. A first of its kind drum method that uses traditional and contemporary arrangements performed by a 17 piece jazz ensemble as the vehicle to study beats, musical form, ensemble phrasing, articulation, and interpretation. For each arrangement, there is .talk through. information explaining how the composition is played as well as transcriptions of key beats and melodic information that connects the .written drum part. to the music. The 248 page book includes a 2.5 hour MP3 CD and an hour long DVD demonstrating every exercise in the text. Also included are anecdotes and interviews with legendary big band drummers and arrangers such as Louie Bellson, Jake Hanna, Phil Wilson, Mark Taylor and Bob Curnow. Beginning/intermediate. ($29.95) ]]> Thu, 06 Mar 2008 19:00:00 -0500 http://elderly.com/books/items/02-21475SET.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/02-21475SET.htm Book/CD set. A system specifically designed to enable beginning drummers to develop the ability to play rock style music. The objective is to develop coordinated independence between the hi hat or ride cymbal - played with the right hand, snare - played with the left hand, bass - played with the right foot, and hi hat - played with the left foot. Lessons include 376 rhythm patterns written for snare and bass drum. The snare and bass drum part is played independently against straight eighth notes played on the closed hi hat or ride cymbal. Four rhythm patterns are written in four measure phrases followed by a sixteen measure summary. Beginners. Spiralbound, 101 pp. ($19.95) ]]> Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:00:00 -0500 http://elderly.com/books/items/02-21168BCD.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/02-21168BCD.htm On this unique and personal DVD, Muallem teaches 5 different Arab percussion instruments: Darbuka (also known as Doumbek), Riqq, Mazhar, Duff and Zils, with a greater focus on the Darbuka and the Riqq. Starts with the basics, and continues with the teaching of popular rhythms, so that even people with no previous experience whatsoever in music can become proficient on these drums. Easy to follow, and the instructions are very clear. As the lessons progress, you will learn nine different rhythms. Includes a review of all the rhythms, in the order in which they were taught. Allows you to practice, and even improvise, on your own. Muallem teaches with a sincere desire to make learning enjoyable. An instructional booklet is included as a PDF file on the DVD. Beginners. 74 min. ($22.45) ]]> Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:00:00 -0500 http://elderly.com/videos/items/02-DVD61003.htm http://elderly.com/videos/items/02-DVD61003.htm Book/CD/DVD set. A fun and easy way to learn to play the djembe. Playing the djembe is a lifelong journey of self-expression and self-discovery. While the material presented here may at first glance seem elementary, in terms of moving forward on the drumming path with the djembe it is truly invaluable. The fundamentals of playing, dynamics and tonality are the benchmarks of mastering musicality on the djembe and will begin a lifetime of continued practice and refinement. Beginners. 31 pp. ($14.95) ]]> Sat, 26 Jan 2008 19:00:00 -0500 http://elderly.com/books/items/02-21373SET.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/02-21373SET.htm The complete do it yourself guide: re-heading your rope tuned drum, tuning, care and maintenance. Mattioli guides you through the entire process. Learn the tips that only come from years of experience, with step by step real time guidance. Save time and money, while gaining the satisfaction of giving your drum a voice! Detailed close up shots and clear explanations. 90 min. ($17.95) ]]> Sun, 30 Dec 2007 19:00:00 -0500 http://elderly.com/videos/items/02-DVD99332.htm http://elderly.com/videos/items/02-DVD99332.htm Houlahan, one of Ireland's foremost bodhran players, has played on albums by artists such as Sting, Finbar Furey, Brendan Power, more. He has also always been a teacher. His teaching is clear, thorough, and full of expert tips. The companion CD is recommended. 32 pp. ($14.45) ]]> Fri, 21 Dec 2007 19:00:00 -0500 http://elderly.com/books/items/02-106.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/02-106.htm Companion to the book of the same title. ($14.80) ]]> Fri, 21 Dec 2007 19:00:00 -0500 http://elderly.com/books/items/02-106CD.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/02-106CD.htm Single goatskin head, worked for extra softness, tacked and glued, 18 x 3.5" rosewood rim, double crossbar. Inside the rim tuning bolts. Includes tipper, tuning wrench, and info sheet. ($70.00) ]]> Thu, 20 Dec 2007 19:00:00 -0500 http://elderly.com/new_instruments/items/TBOD5.htm http://elderly.com/new_instruments/items/TBOD5.htm Book/CD pack. Looking to develop more strength, more speed, soloing? Designed for the hand drummer that is eager to step up to the next level in performance. You'll develop a good sound by incorporating strengthening exercises coupled with various techniques for increasing speed, independence, and control. Practical exercises for coordination and independence are included to help increase your level of performance. CD includes a performance track by Pocho and Jose. With text in English and Spanish. 38 pp. ($19.95) ]]> Tue, 27 Nov 2007 19:00:00 -0500 http://elderly.com/books/items/49-101175.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/49-101175.htm The exercises in this text can help develop your coordination, reading and ability to swing in odd time signatures. If practiced thoroughly, you will gain the facility and the confidence to express yourself musically. Beginning/intermediate. Spiralbound, 80 pp. ($14.95) ]]> Sat, 24 Nov 2007 19:00:00 -0500 http://elderly.com/books/items/02-21357.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/02-21357.htm Doumbeck, Arabic tabla, darbuka and derbeki are all names to describe the Middle Eastern drum that has intrigued generations for thousands of years. Learn the fundamentals of this exotic instrument and explore the mystique of its music. Salloum takes you on a journey into his Middle Eastern roots and provides a clear presentation of tuning, positioning, strokes, exercises, notation, timing, ear training, soloing and common rhythms. Includes a rare performance of world-renowned Middle Eastern percussionist Michel Merhej Baklouk. Suitable for all levels. 43 min. ($17.95) ]]> Thu, 22 Nov 2007 19:00:00 -0500 http://elderly.com/videos/items/02-DVD21544.htm http://elderly.com/videos/items/02-DVD21544.htm Fri, 16 Nov 2007 19:00:00 -0500 http://elderly.com/new_instruments/items/TGS-EB.htm http://elderly.com/new_instruments/items/TGS-EB.htm Fri, 16 Nov 2007 19:00:00 -0500 http://elderly.com/new_instruments/items/TGS-IC.htm http://elderly.com/new_instruments/items/TGS-IC.htm Large square with handle, bright colors. ($10.00) ]]> Tue, 13 Nov 2007 19:00:00 -0500 http://elderly.com/new_instruments/items/TASL.htm http://elderly.com/new_instruments/items/TASL.htm Small square with handle, bright. ($8.00) ]]> Tue, 13 Nov 2007 19:00:00 -0500 http://elderly.com/new_instruments/items/TASS.htm http://elderly.com/new_instruments/items/TASS.htm