Jazz Standards for Drumset by Brian Fullen supplies you with all the knowledge you need to hold your own in any jazz band or combo, no matter what styles you'll be asked.
If you're at a loss when it comes to playing jazz, or just want an excellent crash course in the genre, this book is a valuable addition to your library.
Topics include:
- Ride Cymbal Basics
- Comping
- Outlining the Melody
- Setup Fills
- The Shuffle
- Two-Feel vs. Four-Feel
- Trading Fours
- Brushes
- Bebop
- Jazz Waltz
- Bossa Nova/Samba
- Jazz Rock/Fusion
The included CD contains 12 tracks that every jazz drummer must become familiar with, each recorded in two versions: with and without drum set.