Finally, it\'s available trough Alfred Publishing: \'The Commandments of Early Rhythm & Blues Drumming\'. Drumming artists Zoro and Daniel Glass spent eight years writing it.
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This \"prequel\" to \'The Commandments of R&B Drumming\' delves into the rhythm and blues of the 1940s and \'50s, a wonderful musical era when shuffles ruled the airwaves and modern groove playing was still in its infancy.
The duo\'s comprehensive book is loaded with in-depth historical information, photos, graphics, exercises, and transcriptions. In addition, you\'ll enjoy a demonstration cd with more than 100 authentic grooves and fill examples, as well as 11 play-along tracks. Featuring styles including swing, boogie-woogie, jump blues, Chicago blues, New Orleans R&B, Texas blues, \"faux\" Latin, gospel, and early rock & rol.
About the authors Zoro is consistently voted \"#1 R&B Drummer & Educator\" in Modern Drummer, Drum! and Rhythm Magazines. Daniel Glass is drummer for the Royal Crown Revue and one of the foremost authorities on classic rhythm and blues drumming.
Newly revised \'Commandments of R&B Drumming\' Zoro\'s previous educational release, \'The Commandments of R&B Drumming - A Comprehensive Guide to Soul, Funk, and Hip-Hop\', was recently revised. The 10th anniversary edition features updated information and loads of new photos and album artwork. It includes a play-along cd as well featuring various styles of R&B. It also includes an R&B history tree.
\'The Commandments of R&B Drumming\', orignally issued in June 1998, is also available as dvd since 2002.