Available in both print and electronic versions. This earlier version of Roots Jam contains hundreds of rhythms from the African, Latin, and rock traditions, and from original improvisations. Notation features emphasis on different key beats in a pattern, duets, breaks, exercises, popular styles. Tips on drum groups, jams, all-night drumming, and trance dance.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction
The Rhythm Notation
Acknowledgements
Scores by Timing
Twos
Fours
Threes
Three-Four
Odd Times
Arrangements
Lesson Notes and Featured Rhythms
Bell and Percussion Patterns
Breaks
Duets
Arranged Ensembles
Sequences
Styles
Dance List: a personal selection
Resources
Practice Exercises
Basic Drumming Exercises and Rhythms
Of Drum Groups and All-Night Jams
References
Index
About the Author
