Beginner Drum Lessons: Learning Drums from Scratch

Author: Meng Xiande
Publisher:
Publish Date: 2002-04-01
Features: This book starts with the basic knowledge of drum set construction and characteristics, and combines playing methods and music theory to comprehensively teach how to provide professional training for beginners.
Chapter 1: Introduction to Drum Set
Section 1: Construction of Drum Set Equipment
Section 2: Tuning Drums
Section 3: Types of Drumsticks
Section 4: Application of Drum Brushes
Section 5: Basic Usage of Drumsticks
Section 6: Basic Stick Techniques
Section 7: Techniques for Throwing Drumsticks
Section 8: Drum Notation
Section 9: Understanding Notes
Chapter 2: Basic Percussion Practice
Section 1: Introduction to Basic Techniques
Section 2: Advanced Basic Techniques
Chapter 3: Preparation Practice
Section 1: Advanced Hand-Foot Coordination Techniques
Section 2: Practical Pop Drumming Exercises
Chapter 4: Application Practice
Section 1: Common Knowledge in Playing and Learner Concerns
Chapter 5: Real-World Practice
Appendix:
1. Common Music Terms
2. Common Drumsticks
3. Various Stick Throwing Techniques
4. UP, DOWN, TAP, FULL Practice
5. Cross-Hand Drumming Techniques