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Drums & Percussion

DVD - ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS - BODHRAN by Conor Long Photo

From holding the instrument and beater to reels and jigs, triplets, dampening, rimshots, and more, Conor shows beginners everything set-by-step. Complete with live stage performances featuring Gerry O'Connor and Paul McNevin. 40 min.
224-DVD1443 .. list $32.95 ours $29.65

DVD - ARABIC PERCUSSION by Yinon Muallem Photo

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.
02-DVD61003 .. list $24.95 ours $22.45

DVD - ART OF ARABIC DRUMMING by Trevor Salloum Photo

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.
02-DVD21544 .. list $19.95 ours $17.95

DVD - BODHRAN, BONES & SPOONS by Tommy Hayes Photo

Easygoing but intensive instruction from one of Ireland's greatest bodhran players. Hand triplets, syncopation, two handed playing, the Hayes style, much much more. Also covers spoons and bones very thoroughly. Complete with live stage performances. 105 min.
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224-DVD3 .. list $32.95 ours $29.65

DVD - BONGOS WORLD PERCUSSION, VOL. 3 by Nan Mercader Photo

Learn the story behind the drum, how to tune it, the correct playing position, the different sounds, hand technique, study exercises and rhythms. All rhythms are taught with a metronome (click track). Bonjo Rhythms: Bomba, Merengue, Afro, Bembe, Swing, Rumba, Tangos Flamencos, Taguillos, Samba, Rock. Cowbell Rhythms: Rimo base, Campaneo, Cascareo, Mozambique, Acaballo. You can see and hear the rhythms played by a live band, and play along in the Minus One section. A free PDF in English and Spanish including all exercises and rhythms is available online. Also includes tips on buying an instrument, how to organize your study time, and links section to the best sites on the web. English, French, Italian and Spanish-Castellano and Catala dialect. Beginners. 94 min.
02-DVD003 .. list $24.95 ours $22.45

DVD - CONGA DRUMMING: A BEGINNER'S VIDEO GUIDE Photo

The bestselling book comes to life in this beginner's DVD with Jorge Bermudez - a dynamic teacher with 20 years of playing professionally with groups like Pablo Cruise, Crowded House, and the Gipsy Kings. Learn authentic conga parts for calypso, rumba, conga, bomba and bembe and the secret of "mano secreta" - the technique used by master conga drummers to play with comfort, fluidity, and safety. With blazing performances (and tips) by Raul Rekow of Santana and others. Note: The first half of the book of the same title is contained in the video instruction. Approx. 1 hour.
02-96202DVD .. list $19.95 ours $17.95

DVD - DARBUKA WORLD PERCUSSION, VOL. 2 by Nan Mercader Photo

Learn the story behind the drum, how to tune it, the correct playing position, the different sounds, hand technique, study exercises and rhythms. All rhythms are taught with a metronome (click track). Arabian Rhythms: Ayyub, Karachi, Masmudi Kabir, Fezzani, Barwali, Maqsoum, Kalamatiano, Turkish five, Shish hast Karsilama. World Rhythms: Rock, Hip-hop, Funk, Habanera. You can see and hear the rhythms played by a live band, and play along in the Minus One section. A free PDF in English and Spanish including all the exercises and rhythms is available online. Also includes tips on buying an instrument, how to organize your study time, and links section to the best sites on the web. English, French, Italian and Spanish-Castellano and Catala dialect. Beginners. 90 min.
02-DVD002 .. list $24.95 ours $10.00

DVD - DJEMBE WORLD PERCUSSION, VOL. 1 by Nan Mercader Photo

Learn the story behind the drum, how to tune it, the correct playing position, the different sounds, hand technique, and study exercises and rhythms. All rhythms are taught with a metronome (click track.) African Rhythms: Kakilambe, Kuku, Kassa, Soli, Timini, Marakadon. World Rhythms: Rock, Hip-hop, Reggae, Rumba. You can see and hear the rhythms played by a live band, plus play along in the Minus One section. A free PDF in English & Spanish, including all the exercises and rhythms is available online. Also includes tips on buying an instrument, how to organize your study time, and links section to the best sites on the web. English, Italian French and Spanish-Castellano and Catala dialect. 120 min.
02-DVD001 .. list $24.95 ours $22.45

DVD - DRUMMING FOR KIDS taught by Sam Zucchini Photo

Drum kit NOT required! Teaches 6-10 year olds how to keep time, count beats, understand rhythm and play in an ensemble. Sam takes an ordinary kitchen stool and shows how to start using drumsticks to keep the beat on the rubber step-pad. Interactive exercises help the learning drummer develop coordination and timing and keep him or her actively participating. Sam also teaches the slightly more advanced concept of playing three different elements of the drum set: the snare, hi-hat and bass drum. The other Zucchini Brothers join in on guitar and keyboards so you can play along. 60 min.
300-DVD125 .. list $19.95 ours $17.95

DVD - FOLK RHYTHMS: LEARN TO PLAY SPOONS, BONES, WASHBOARD, HAMBONE AND THE PAPER BAG taught by David Holt Photo

Teaches anyone to make complex rhythms using the simplest materials, some right out of the kitchen drawer! No music lessons, note-reading or expensive instruments are needed to join the fun. 50 min.
300-DVD86 .. list $19.95 ours $17.95

DVD - HAVE FUN PLAYING DJEMBE by Brad Dutz Photo

2 videos on 1 DVD! A creative and fun approach to playing immediately. Step one covers how to develop a good sense of the beat, how to produce drum tones, and how to play a rhythm. Step two gives in-depth instruction on proper techniques. Each also includes authentic rhythmic patterns from a diversity of world cultures. Additional DVD features: interactive drums from around the world, fanga rhythm & framedrum performance, internet connectivity, printable worksheets.
315-DVD905856 .. list $19.95 ours $17.95

DVD - HAVE FUN PLAYING HAND DRUMS: BONGOS by Brad Dutz Photo

2 videos on 1 DVD! A creative and fun approach to playing immediately. Step one covers how to develop a good sense of the beat, how to produce drum tones, and how to play a rhythm. Step two gives in-depth instruction on proper techniques. Each also includes authentic rhythmic patterns from a diversity of world cultures. Additional DVD features: interactive drums from around the world, fanga rhythm & framedrum performance, internet connectivity, printable worksheets.
315-DVD905854 .. list $19.95 ours $17.95

DVD - HOW TO PLAY THE BODHRAN with Chris Caswell Photo

Beginning to advanced techiques including hand drumming, stick holding, basic reel & jig patterns, tone manipulation, damping, and more. Also includes an introduction to the bones, spoons, and Scottish snare drums.
222-DVD59 .. list $29.95 ours $26.95

DVD - HOW TO PLAY THE SPOONS - MUSIC FROM THE KITCHEN taught by Jim Cruise Photo

Become an expert percussionist using items you probably have in your kitchen right now! All you need are two spoons to learn 10 different rhythms. For ages 4 - adult. Simple visual instruction. 30 min.
503-DVD1 .. list $19.95 ours $17.95

DVD - LEARN HOW TO PLAY THE FLAMENCO CAJON by Guillermo McGill Photo

Everything related to the cajon: its rudiments, basic sounds, technique and application to flamenco music. Five cameras record the whole process. Includes detailed explanations of the rhythmic structure of the different styles of flamenco, a short history of the cajon and a description of its construction. A chapter deals with other instruments of percussion used in flamenco, like the darbuka or the batterie. Tab booklet available online. In Spanish, English, French, German and Japanese. Intermediate. PAL ON ONE SIDE, NTSC ON FLIP SIDE OF DVD! 120 min.
02-DVD21151 .. list $39.95 ours $35.95

DVD - LEARN THE ART OF PLAYING TABLA taught by Tarsem Kalyan Photo

Beneficial for all tabla players, especially intermediate and advanced. This teaching technique was developed and formulated over many years of teaching and studying, not only tabla but also other percussion instruments. The format is constructive and user friendly, and this helps you retain the various Boles: Dhir Dhir, Ghir Nak, Tit Kit Tak, Chakkerdaar, Dum, Bedum etc. Teaches the traditional, yet encompasses the modern. Multiple levels, 75 min.
02-DVD21646 .. list $24.95 ours $22.45

DVD - MANOLO BADRENA'S ALL THAT PERCUSSION Photo

This first call percussionist (known for his performance on Weather Report's "Birdland") teaches you how to play a variety of instruments and rhythms from all over the world! Manolo breaks down drumming from Brazil, the Caribbean and South America, and Europe, Asia and Africa. You'll learn basic technique and Manolo's own approach for: surdo, agogo, caxixi, quica, timbales, shekere, bongo, cajon, manjira, Chinese frame drum, dholki, djembe, talking drum, lots more. Includes five live performances: "Badrekali Tarang," "Bara Suayo," "Berimba Du Angola," "Bronx Taranta" and "Gypsy Manolo." 96 min.
49-DVD320810 .. list $24.95 ours $22.45

DVD - MUSICAL EXPRESSION ON THE DRUM SET taught by Jack DeJohnette Photo

Learn how a master drummer creates a flow of improvisational ideas through balance and relaxation as he communicates his concepts on phrasing, tuning, timekeeping and melody. He provides important "inside" tips on his cymbal technique, stick and brush work, bass and hi-hat pedaling and other skills. Includes a spectacular display of seamlessly interwoven grooves - reggae, funk, rock and Latin! Intermediate. 100 min.
300-DVD150 .. list $29.95 ours $26.95

DVD - PETE RILEY: TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES Photo

Pete begins by demonstrating hand-to-hand accenting, double strokes and flams then moves onto more advanced odd grouping ideas which are in turn applied to double pedal phrasing, open-handed hi-hats, inverted double strokes, Moeller single strokes, and many more vocabulary expanding concepts. These ideas can easily be applied by any drummer wanting to break away from the constraint of licks, giving them the freedom to phrase their own ideas through different subdivisions, across beats and over barlines. Intermediate.
02-DVD24 .. list $19.95 ours $17.95

DVD - PRACTICE THE FLAMENCO CAJON by Guillermo McGill & Faustino Nunez Photo

Access to two different setups: one with all musicians, the other focused on the cajon, showing it being played from different angles. The volume can be lowered, so you can play on your own over the music. In Spanish, English, French, German and Japanese. Intermediate. 60 min.
02-DVD21152 .. list $42.95 ours $25.00

DVD - SKIN IT, TUNE IT, PLAY IT by Paulo Mattioli Photo

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.
02-DVD99332 .. list $19.95 ours $17.95

DVD - THE BODHRAN DVD by Steafan Hannigan Photo

Everything you need to know about playing the bodhran! Beginners will learn how to hold the instrument, choosing drums and sticks, good stick technique, reels and jigs starting at absolute beginner level, using hand styles, plus hornpipes, marches, slip jigs and polkas. More experienced players learn how to progress from traditional Celtic tunes to contemporary rock or world music rhythms. A special playalong section features over 20 minutes of music with a full Irish band you can play back with or without the bodhran player! NOT a transfer of old videos but a brand new DVD from Steafan! 61 min.
01-DVD1 .. list $29.95 ours $26.95

DVD - ULTIMATE REALISTIC ROCK taught by Carmine Appice Photo

2-DVD set. Topics include basic rock rhythms, sixteenth-note triplets, syncopation, hi-hat rhythms, shuffle rhythms, double bass drum grooves, odd-time grooves, and linear rudiments. Includes play-alongs and performances. 5 hours.
20-DVD25717 .. list $39.95 ours $35.95