{"id":175,"date":"2016-09-14T15:18:36","date_gmt":"2016-09-14T15:18:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/houghtonmusic.com\/?page_id=175"},"modified":"2022-04-01T16:10:04","modified_gmt":"2022-04-01T16:10:04","slug":"educational-materials","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/houghtonmusic.com\/educational-materials\/","title":{"rendered":"Educational Materials"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row_content&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1473445571184{padding-top: 25px !important;padding-right: 25px !important;padding-bottom: 25px !important;padding-left: 25px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1648734990718{margin-top: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;}&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row_content&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;top&#8221;][vc_column][vc_tta_accordion style=&#8221;outline&#8221; shape=&#8221;square&#8221; color=&#8221;white&#8221; c_align=&#8221;center&#8221; c_position=&#8221;right&#8221; active_section=&#8221;&#8221; no_fill=&#8221;true&#8221; collapsible_all=&#8221;true&#8221;][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Beginning Drumset&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1474296148121-8134f4de-9ba3&#8243;][vc_row_inner equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; gap=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1474635931613{padding-right: 25px !important;padding-left: 25px !important;background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0.8) !important;*background-color: rgb(255,255,255) !important;}&#8221; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-4 vc_col-md-4 vc_col-xs-12&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;354&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;top-to-bottom&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Kids Drumset Course&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:center&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]The Easiest Drumset Method Ever! By Dave Black and Steve Houghton.<br \/>\nThree irresistible drum experts-a clever, classical dog, one cool cat, and a friendly alligator-keep students\u2019 attention focused by pointing out what\u2019s important on each page and help make learning music fun! This full-color book is specifically designed with attention-grabbing illustrations for use with kids at the elementary level. 48 pages.<\/p>\n<p>Sold as Book &amp; CD, Book &amp; DVD, or just DVD.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1474635915557{padding-right: 25px !important;padding-left: 25px !important;background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0.8) !important;*background-color: rgb(255,255,255) !important;}&#8221; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-4 vc_col-md-4 vc_col-xs-12&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;347&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;top-to-bottom&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Drumset 101&#8243; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:center&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]<em>Drumset 101<\/em>\u00a0is a contemporary approach to playing the drums by veteran authors Dave Black and Steve Houghton. Inside, aspiring drummers will find in-depth, easy-to-understand introductions to such topics as groove patterns, snare drum &amp; bass drum independence, and drum fills in context. The book contains written charts for every tune, and a play-along CD with 40 multi-stylistic tracks that can be used to strengthen time keeping, improve ensemble playing, clarify phrasing and expand the player\u2019s knowledge of styles.<\/p>\n<p>Sold as Book &amp; CD, Book &amp; DVD, or just DVD.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1474635947445{padding-right: 25px !important;padding-left: 25px !important;background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0.8) !important;*background-color: rgb(255,255,255) !important;}&#8221; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-4 vc_col-md-4 vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_col-xs-12&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;348&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;top-to-bottom&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;The Drumset Performer&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:center&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]Designed to Build the Vocabulary and Confidence of the Aspiring Drumset Performer, by Steve Houghton and Wendell Yuponce.<\/p>\n<p>Techniques such as time-keeping, soloing, effective filling, phrasing, and chart reading are all studied, demonstrated and presented in a play-along format. This book will challenge, inspire, enlighten and, most of all, let the drum set player create and improvise.[\/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=&#8221;BUY ONLINE&#8221; style=&#8221;outline&#8221; shape=&#8221;square&#8221; color=&#8221;inverse&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.alfred.com%2Fthe-drumset-performer-volume-1%2Fp%2F00-PERC9604CD%2F|target:_blank|rel:nofollow&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; gap=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1474635931613{padding-right: 25px !important;padding-left: 25px !important;background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0.8) !important;*background-color: rgb(255,255,255) !important;}&#8221; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-4 vc_col-md-4 vc_col-xs-12&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;362&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;top-to-bottom&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;MasterTracks Blues &#8211; Drums&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:center&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]Music by Steve Houghton and Tom Warrington<\/p>\n<p><em>Alfred MasterTracks Blues<\/em>\u00a0is an exciting play-along package featuring a hot rhythm section of today\u2019s top studio musicians. The book and CD package contain 12 extended tracks in a wide range of up-to-date grooves, styles and keys complete with charts indicating the harmonic and rhythmic structure. Perfect for school or individual use, Alfred MasterTracks is a great way for improvisers of all levels to fine-tune their craft while playing along with an awesome rhythm section![\/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=&#8221;BUY ONLINE&#8221; style=&#8221;outline&#8221; shape=&#8221;square&#8221; color=&#8221;inverse&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.alfred.com%2Falfred-mastertracks-blues%2Fp%2F00-14777%2F|target:_blank|rel:nofollow&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1648827672660{padding-right: 25px !important;padding-left: 25px !important;background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0.8) !important;*background-color: rgb(255,255,255) !important;}&#8221; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-4 vc_col-md-4 vc_col-xs-12&#8243;][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=&#8221;378&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;top-to-bottom&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Play and Teach Percussion&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:center&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]By Steve Houghton and Linda Petersen<\/p>\n<p>A College Method for Success in the Classroom.<br \/>\nA Life Time Reference for Music Teachers.[\/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=&#8221;BUY ONLINE&#8221; style=&#8221;outline&#8221; shape=&#8221;square&#8221; color=&#8221;inverse&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FPlay-Teach-Percussion-College-Classroom%2Fdp%2F1579993087|target:_blank|rel:nofollow&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1474639668335{padding-right: 25px !important;padding-left: 25px !important;background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0.8) !important;*background-color: rgb(255,255,255) !important;}&#8221; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-4 vc_hidden-lg vc_col-md-4 vc_hidden-md vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_hidden-sm vc_col-xs-12 vc_hidden-xs&#8221;][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Drumset Reading&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1474638713524-3e1a3c14-4765&#8243;][vc_row_inner equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; gap=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1474635931613{padding-right: 25px !important;padding-left: 25px !important;background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0.8) !important;*background-color: rgb(255,255,255) !important;}&#8221; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-4 vc_col-md-4 vc_col-xs-12&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;386&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;top-to-bottom&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Studio &amp; Big Band Drumming (beg &#8211; adv )&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:center&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]Released: 1985<br \/>\nThe purpose of this book is to provide the drummer with the fundamental skills to perform in a studio orchestra, big band, show band, or small combo. The book includes concepts, ideas and philosophies concerning how to play musically with any type of ensemble.<br \/>\nThe book contains a collection of drum parts which will provide an overview of the different drum part \u201cformats\u201d one might encounter. In addition, there is a cassette tape designed to demonstrate common fills and setups.<br \/>\nIdeally, the book will serve as a reference point and will prepare the player for most reading situations.[\/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=&#8221;BUY ONLINE&#8221; style=&#8221;outline&#8221; shape=&#8221;square&#8221; color=&#8221;inverse&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.steveweissmusic.com%2Fproduct%2Fstudio-and-big-band-drumming-steve-houghton%2Fdrum-set-methods-cd|target:_blank|rel:nofollow&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1474635915557{padding-right: 25px !important;padding-left: 25px !important;background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0.8) !important;*background-color: rgb(255,255,255) !important;}&#8221; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-4 vc_col-md-4 vc_col-xs-12&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;342&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;top-to-bottom&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;The Ultimate Drumset Reading Anthology (int &#8211; adv)&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:center&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]This diverse collection of drum charts comes with a CD of accompaniments recorded both with drums for demonstration and without drums for playing along, and includes analyses and performance suggestions. Performance settings like big band, small group, live shows, Broadway, studio work, dance jobs and cruise ships are discussed in terms of responsibilities, challenges, expectations, awareness and problem areas.<br \/>\n72 pages.[\/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=&#8221;BUY ONLINE&#8221; style=&#8221;outline&#8221; shape=&#8221;square&#8221; color=&#8221;inverse&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.alfred.com%2Fthe-ultimate-drumset-reading-anthology%2Fp%2F00-16933%2F|target:_blank|rel:nofollow&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1474635947445{padding-right: 25px !important;padding-left: 25px !important;background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0.8) !important;*background-color: rgb(255,255,255) !important;}&#8221; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-4 vc_col-md-4 vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_col-xs-12&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;415&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;top-to-bottom&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;The Drummer&#8217;s Guide to Reading Drum Charts (beg &#8211; adv) &#8211; VHS&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:center&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]This video provides the drummer with strong, overall skills for reading drum set charts. Houghton uses a detailed approach in discussing musical definitions, stylized reading, set-up techniques, sight-reading concepts, ensemble playing skills, and chart analysis.<\/p>\n<p>Houghton uses 22 actual charts to demonstrate various problems and trouble spots in reading drum charts. 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Techniques such as trading, playing over vamps and playing over kicks (or figures) are examined, demonstrated and made available in a CD play-along format.[\/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=&#8221;BUY ONLINE&#8221; style=&#8221;outline&#8221; shape=&#8221;square&#8221; color=&#8221;inverse&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.alfred.com%2Fthe-drumset-soloist%2Fp%2F00-EL9602CD%2F|target:_blank|rel:nofollow&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1474640039995{padding-right: 25px !important;padding-left: 25px !important;background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0.8) !important;*background-color: rgb(255,255,255) !important;}&#8221; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-4 vc_hidden-lg vc_col-md-4 vc_hidden-md vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_hidden-sm vc_col-xs-12 vc_hidden-xs&#8221;][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Drumset Styles&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1474640200684-b8b21c2c-f158&#8243;][vc_row_inner equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; gap=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1474635931613{padding-right: 25px !important;padding-left: 25px !important;background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0.8) !important;*background-color: rgb(255,255,255) !important;}&#8221; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-4 vc_col-md-4 vc_col-xs-12&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;350&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;top-to-bottom&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Essential Styles for the Drummer and Bassist, Book 1&#8243; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:center&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]<i>Essential Styles<\/i>, Books 1 and 2 are two innovative book and play-along CD packages that teach 50 essential grooves from today\u2019s jazz and popular styles. The books include written-out charts of each selection and performance tips for both drums and bass. All of the grooves have been recorded with a rhythm section and woodwinds, with drums mixed on the left channel and bass on the right, so either instrument may be dialed out. In addition, many of the tracks contain open choruses of comping so any instrument can practice playing solos!\u00a0<i>Essential Styles<\/i>\u00a0emphasizes the most important aspects of solid group playing\u2014locking-in between the drummer and bassist\u2014 providing a strong rhythmic foundation and creating an authentic feel for whatever the style demands.[\/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=&#8221;BUY ONLINE&#8221; style=&#8221;outline&#8221; shape=&#8221;square&#8221; color=&#8221;inverse&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FEssential-Styles-Drummer-Bassist-Bk%2Fdp%2F0739013548|target:_blank|rel:nofollow&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1474635915557{padding-right: 25px !important;padding-left: 25px !important;background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0.8) !important;*background-color: rgb(255,255,255) !important;}&#8221; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-4 vc_col-md-4 vc_col-xs-12&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;424&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;top-to-bottom&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Essential Styles for the Drummer and Bassist, Book 2&#8243; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:center&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]<em>Essential Styles<\/em>\u00a0Books 1 and 2 are two unique Book and CD packages that will teach you 50 popular grooves \u2013 and give you a chance to play along with some of the hottest session players. Each book emphasizes the most important aspects of solid group playing: \u201clocking-in\u201d between the drummer and bassist, and providing a strong rhythmic foundation and creating an authentic feel for whatever the style demands. Book 2 also includes numerous open choruses of comping so other players can practice their solo work along with you.[\/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=&#8221;BUY ONLINE&#8221; style=&#8221;outline&#8221; shape=&#8221;square&#8221; color=&#8221;inverse&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FEssential-Styles-Drummer-Bassist-Bk%2Fdp%2F0739012037%2Fref%3Dpd_lpo_1%3Fpd_rd_i%3D0739012037%26psc%3D1|target:_blank|rel:nofollow&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1474640522706{padding-right: 25px !important;padding-left: 25px !important;background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0.8) !important;*background-color: rgb(255,255,255) !important;}&#8221; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-4 vc_hidden-lg vc_col-md-4 vc_hidden-md vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_hidden-sm vc_col-xs-12 vc_hidden-xs&#8221;][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Beginning Percussion&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1474640998021-d6d470ae-ca68&#8243;][vc_row_inner equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; gap=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1474635931613{padding-right: 25px !important;padding-left: 25px !important;background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0.8) !important;*background-color: rgb(255,255,255) !important;}&#8221; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-4 vc_col-md-4 vc_col-xs-12&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;343&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;top-to-bottom&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Do It! 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Froseth includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Modeling by Steve Houghton<\/li>\n<li>Professional studio backgrounds capture the rich diversity of American music culture with a repertoire of American, Latin American, African, European, and Far Eastern styles.<\/li>\n<li>Music of other times, including 12th-century conductus, 15th-century Dance of the Bouffons, 16th-century French branle, 18th- and 19th-century folk songs and dances, 1940s and \u201950s jazz, blues, and rock-and-roll.<\/li>\n<li>The repertoire and recorded contexts are motivating, informative, and entirely musical.<\/li>\n<li>Every song includes text, providing information about phrasing, rhythm, style, affect, emotion, history, and culture.<\/li>\n<li>A unique Rhythmic Pattern Dictionary allows students to \u201clook it up\u201d and \u201clisten up.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>An individualized format allows students to progress at different rates with a \u201ctheme and-variation\u201d format.<\/li>\n<li>Ear training and improvisation are integral parts of the lesson format.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=&#8221;BUY ONLINE&#8221; style=&#8221;outline&#8221; shape=&#8221;square&#8221; color=&#8221;inverse&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.giamusic.com%2Fstore%2Fresource%2Fdo-it-play-percussion-book-1-cd-book-gm485|target:_blank|rel:nofollow&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1474635915557{padding-right: 25px !important;padding-left: 25px !important;background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0.8) !important;*background-color: rgb(255,255,255) !important;}&#8221; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-4 vc_col-md-4 vc_col-xs-12&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;344&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;top-to-bottom&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Do It! Play Percussion &#8211; Book 2 &#038; MP3&#8243; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:center&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]The Percussion\u00a0book and CD from the\u00a0<em>Do It! Play in Band<\/em>\u00a0series by James O. Froseth includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Modeling by Steve Houghton<\/li>\n<li>Professional studio backgrounds capture the rich diversity of American music culture with a repertoire of American, Latin American, African, European, and Far Eastern styles.<\/li>\n<li>Music of other times, including 12th-century conductus, 15th-century Dance of the Bouffons, 16th-century French branle, 18th- and 19th-century folk songs and dances, 1940s and \u201950s jazz, blues, and rock-and-roll.<\/li>\n<li>The repertoire and recorded contexts are motivating, informative, and entirely musical.<\/li>\n<li>Every song includes text, providing information about phrasing, rhythm, style, affect, emotion, history, and culture.<\/li>\n<li>A unique Rhythmic Pattern Dictionary allows students to \u201clook it up\u201d and \u201clisten up.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>An individualized format allows students to progress at different rates with a \u201ctheme and-variation\u201d format.<\/li>\n<li>Ear training and improvisation are integral parts of the lesson format.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=&#8221;BUY ONLINE&#8221; style=&#8221;outline&#8221; shape=&#8221;square&#8221; color=&#8221;inverse&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.giamusic.com%2Fstore%2Fresource%2Fdo-it-play-percussion-book-2-cd-book-gm520|target:_blank|rel:nofollow&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1474635947445{padding-right: 25px !important;padding-left: 25px !important;background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0.8) !important;*background-color: rgb(255,255,255) !important;}&#8221; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-4 vc_col-md-4 vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_col-xs-12&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;358&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;top-to-bottom&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Kids Drum Course 1&#8243; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:center&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]<strong>Book &amp; Online Audio<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Three irresistible drum experts-a clever, classical dog, one cool cat, and a friendly alligator-keep students\u2019 attention focused by pointing out what\u2019s important on each page and help make learning music fun! 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This full\u2014color book is specifically designed with attention-grabbing illustrations for use with kids at the elementary level. 48 pages.[\/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=&#8221;BUY ONLINE&#8221; style=&#8221;outline&#8221; shape=&#8221;square&#8221; color=&#8221;inverse&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; link=&#8221;url:http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alfred.com%2FProducts%2FAlfreds-Kids-Drum-Course-1&#8211;00-23202.aspx|target:_blank|rel:nofollow&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1474642356518{padding-right: 25px !important;padding-left: 25px !important;background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0.8) !important;*background-color: rgb(255,255,255) !important;}&#8221; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-4 vc_col-md-4 vc_col-xs-12&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;354&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;top-to-bottom&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Kids Drum Course 2&#8243; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:center&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]<strong>Book<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><i>Alfred\u2019s Kid\u2019s Drum Course<\/i>\u00a0is a fun method that teaches you to play rhythms and songs on a variety of drums and sound sources, including many simple, inexpensive objects found around your home. With an accompanying CD that always lets you hear how the music should sound, each lesson is explained in plain language that\u2019s easy to understand. Plus, you get to learn from three irresistible drum experts\u2014a clever, classical dog, one cool cat, and a friendly alligator. They draw attention to what\u2019s important on each page and help you learn by making music fun!<br \/>\nParents can be effective guides to help you through this course, even if they\u2019ve never had any musical training themselves. Plus, you can play along with the great-sounding accompaniments on the enclosed CD and feel like you\u2019re performing with a real band! 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With two accompanying CDs that always let you hear how the music should sound, each lesson is explained in plain language that\u2019s easy to understand. Plus, you get to learn from three irresistible drum experts\u2014a clever, classical dog, one cool cat, and a friendly alligator. They draw attention to what\u2019s important on each page and help you learn by making music fun!<\/p>\n<p>Parents can be effective guides to help you through this course, even if they\u2019ve never had any musical training themselves. Plus, you can play along with the great-sounding accompaniments on the enclosed CDs and feel like you\u2019re performing with a real band! Get ready to take your first, best step toward a lifetime of musical enjoyment.[\/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=&#8221;BUY ONLINE&#8221; style=&#8221;outline&#8221; shape=&#8221;square&#8221; color=&#8221;inverse&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.alfred.com%2Falfreds-kids-drum-course-complete%2Fp%2F00-27919%2F|target:_blank|rel:nofollow&#8221;][vc_btn title=&#8221;VIEW IN APPLE BOOKS&#8221; style=&#8221;classic&#8221; color=&#8221;warning&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;left-to-right&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fbooks.apple.com%2Fus%2Fbook%2Falfreds-kids-drum-course-complete%2Fid516000674|target:_blank|rel:nofollow&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Arrangements&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1474984811582-2373415e-32e6&#8243;][vc_row_inner equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; gap=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1474635931613{padding-right: 25px !important;padding-left: 25px !important;background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0.8) !important;*background-color: rgb(255,255,255) !important;}&#8221; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-4 vc_col-md-4 vc_col-xs-12&#8243;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Farmer&#8217;s Trust \u2013 Metheny&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:center&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]Composer: Pat Metheny<br \/>\nArranger: Houghton\/Warrington<br \/>\nStyle: Ballad<br \/>\nSolos: Percussion Ensemble<\/p>\n<p>One of Pat\u2019s most beautiful ballads. A sensitive melody, beautifully arranged. Written for vibraphone, two marimbas (plus opt. bass marimba or string bass) and drum set. 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The piece is a real tour de force at 7 minutes in length. If you\u2019re looking for a challenge, this is it! 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This piece just romps and stomps through a great latin\/rock groove. 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It adapts extremely well to the percussion ensemble instrumentation. Great latin music. Written for vibraphone, two marimbas, bass, drum set and three auxiliary percussion.[\/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=&#8221;BUY ONLINE&#8221; style=&#8221;outline&#8221; shape=&#8221;square&#8221; color=&#8221;inverse&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; link=&#8221;url:http%3A%2F%2Fwww.sierramusicstore.com%2FPhase_Dance_p%2Fsmp-201.htm||target:%20_blank|rel:nofollow&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1474642356518{padding-right: 25px !important;padding-left: 25px !important;background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0.8) !important;*background-color: rgb(255,255,255) !important;}&#8221; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-4 vc_col-md-4 vc_col-xs-12&#8243;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Pire&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:center&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<div class=\"db_line2\">by Roland Vazquez \/ arr. Steve Houghton &amp; Tom Warrington<\/div>\n<div class=\"db_line2\"><span class=\"light_emph\">Level:<\/span>\u00a0Advanced\/Grade VI<\/div>\n<div class=\"db_line3\"><span class=\"light_emph\">Players:<\/span>\u00a011<\/div>\n<div class=\"db_line3\"><span class=\"light_emph\">Length:<\/span>\u00a03:14<\/div>\n<div class=\"db_line3\"><span class=\"light_emph\">State Lists:<\/span>\u00a0FL IN<\/div>\n<div class=\"db_instrumentation\"><span class=\"light_emph\">Instrumentation:<\/span>\u00a0Bells, Xylophone, (2) Vibes, (2) Marimba, Congas, Timbales, Mambo Cowbell, Cowbell, Piano, Bass Guitar, Drumset<\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=&#8221;BUY ONLINE&#8221; style=&#8221;outline&#8221; shape=&#8221;square&#8221; color=&#8221;inverse&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; link=&#8221;url:http%3A%2F%2Fwww.rowloff.com%2Fsearch%2Fdescription.html%3Fitem%3D99CS6||target:%20_blank|rel:nofollow&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1474642367613{padding-right: 25px !important;padding-left: 25px !important;background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0.8) !important;*background-color: rgb(255,255,255) !important;}&#8221; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-4 vc_col-md-4 vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_col-xs-12&#8243;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;The Path&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:center&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<div class=\"db_line2\">by Steve Houghton<\/div>\n<div class=\"db_line2\"><span class=\"light_emph\">Level:<\/span>\u00a0Advanced\/Grade VI<\/div>\n<div class=\"db_line3\"><span class=\"light_emph\">Players:<\/span>\u00a07 \u2013 10<\/div>\n<div class=\"db_line3\"><span class=\"light_emph\">Length:<\/span>\u00a05:15<\/div>\n<div class=\"db_line3\"><span class=\"light_emph\">State Lists:<\/span>\u00a0IN NY TX<\/div>\n<div class=\"db_instrumentation\"><span class=\"light_emph\">Instrumentation:<\/span>\u00a0Vibes, Marimba, Timpani, Bells, Shaker, Triangle, Claves, Mark Tree, Congas, Bongos, Effects, Drum Set, Piano, Bass Guitar<\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=&#8221;BUY ONLINE&#8221; style=&#8221;outline&#8221; shape=&#8221;square&#8221; color=&#8221;inverse&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; link=&#8221;url:http%3A%2F%2Fwww.rowloff.com%2Fsearch%2Fdescription.html%3Fitem%3D99CS8||target:%20_blank|rel:nofollow&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Rhythm Section&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1474985819639-370c01d8-11e7&#8243;][vc_row_inner equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; gap=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1474635931613{padding-right: 25px !important;padding-left: 25px !important;background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0.8) !important;*background-color: rgb(255,255,255) !important;}&#8221; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-4 vc_col-md-4 vc_col-xs-12&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;433&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;top-to-bottom&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Guide for the Modern Rhythm Section&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:center&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]The Book includes chapters on set-up, rhythm section styles, functions and concepts. 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