Join legendary drummer Peter Erskine as he reveals the techniques and secrets behind his success as one of the most respected players of all time. This eye-opening look into the mind of one of the world’s greatest drummers will add new dimensions to your own playing.
I wish this package was available when I was first starting out.
— Steve Smith
BOOK TOPICS & FEATURES:
- Drumset basics
- The grip
- Chart reading and interpretation
- Over 300 beats to practice, plus warm-up exercises
- Complete charts to play along with the DVD
- Tips and instruction for playing fills, comping, soloing, ensemble playing, and using brushes
The DVD features Peter demonstrating rhythms and techniques, talking about his playing philosophy and performing with other musicians, and also includes interviews with the members of the Peter Erskine Quartet.
DVD TOPICS & FEATURES:
- Drumset basics
- The grip
- Chart reading and interpretation
- Demonstration tracks with drums
- Play-Along tracks without drums
- Tips and instruction for playing fills, comping, soloing, ensemble playing, and using brushes
- Ostinatos
PLUS:
- “What do you look for in a drummer?” (interviews with the band)
- How NOT to play a ballad
- Bonus Movie: Drum, by Peter Erskine (age 16)
- Peter speaks about Elvin at the 1998 American Drummers Achievement Awards
And tons of featured performances!