Percussion Tutor Books

The popularity of The Bongo Book in addition to the high demand for resources on bongos prompted this second and more advanced book on bongo drumming.

The Djembe Guide is a resource book for anyone involved with the djembe, from novice players to the leaders and members of intermediate-level groups. It assumes no prior knowledge of the djembe, or of music, but guides the reader carefully on a deliberate course of learning, from first steps and simple exercises through easy patterns for small groups, and on to playing genuine West African multi-part rhythms in a drumming ensemble. Rhythms and exercises are presented in a clear, easy-to-understa

This book is a complete, step-by-step, user friendly course on how to play djembe. Right from the start, in addition to learning how to make all the basic strokes, you'll be learning interlocking parts for some of the most popular West African rhythms; Kuku, Djole, Kassa, Madan, Suku, Sunguru Bani and Thiba.

This book is for advanced hand drummers who want to play complex solos using simple sequences of hand strokes. Whether you play Djembe, conga, or ashiko, the practical hand-pattern strategies explained here will help you get the most out of your hands with the least amount of effort.

This is the only complete, step by step course on conga drumming in print. After working through only a few chapters of this book, you'll be able to jam with others in playing the irresistible rhythms that form the roots of Salsa.

The Absolute Beginners approach is designed to make learning Latin percussion easier than ever before! Step-by-step pictures take you from first-day exercises to playing along with a backing track. In one great book you get: A look-and-learn course that uses clear pictures instead of long explanations Practical advice and tips covering everything you need to know to get you playing, fast! CD audio tracks and QuickTimeTM movies to show you how things should sound, plus... Full-length accompaniment tracks to play along with It's simply everything you need! An "owner's manual" approach to Latin percussion that makes learning easier than ever before!

An innovative and easy-to-understand basic text for the beginning percussionist. Ideal for snare-drum students of any age. This method was written to incorporate the latest ideas in teaching percussion to the student. The authors have a wealth of experience in dealing with the problems of teaching modern drum technique.

First Lessons Djembe provides a fun and easy way to learn to play the Djembe. It was conceived for the beginning Djembe player, yet contains information and reference material that is valuable for players at all levels. Playing the Djembe is a lifelong journey of self-expression, as well as self-discovery. While the material presented herein may at first glance seem elementary, the value and importance of it in terms of moving forward on the drumming path with the Djembe is truly invaluable. The fundamentals of playing dynamics and tonality are the benchmarks of mastering musicality on the Djembe and worthy of a lifetime of continued practice and refinement. I encourage you to enjoy this journey every step of the way.

This informative book by Trevor Salloum is devoted to the all too often overlooked Latin instrument, the Bongo Drums. Prepare to embark on an educational musical journey - one which offers many valuable insights into playing this instrument as well as revealing its colorful history.

The Absolute Beginners course has been designed to tell you everything you need to know from the very first time you pick up your instrument. With this superb book you get a comprehensive course featuring step-by-step pictures which take you from first day exercises to playing along with backing tracks.

This book and companion audio are a perfect introduction to the bongo drum. The book includes lessons on music notation, posture, positioning, tuning and hand strokes. There are also many exercises, examples of Latin rhythms, and even some history of the instrument. Written by best-selling Mel Bay author Trevor Salloum, this method is all you need to start playing the bongo drum today! Includes access to online audio.