Description

In the realm of drumming, Claus Hessler is renowned not only for his expertise in the Moeller technique but also for his contributions to drumming education through his international publications, including Open-Handed Playing Vol. 1 and Vol. 2, Daily Drumset Workout, and his double DVD, Drumming Kairos. In his most recent work, Camp Duty Update, Claus delves into the domain of rudiments, exploring their historical context, the European origins of drumming, its transference to the New World, and stylistic interpretations. The featured pieces comprise excerpts from Camp & Garrison Duty and rudimental classics in their authentic forms, alongside contemporary adaptations influenced by Basel drumming and collapsed rudiments. Additional audio examples and play-along tracks provide further assistance in grasping the musical aspects of the subject. Claus Hessler's Camp Duty Update presents a wholly innovative and thorough approach to rudimental drumming that has not been previously accessible. - Air des Fifres ou Hautbois & Air des Fifres ou Hautbois Roulée - Three Camps & Another Three Camps - Breakfast Call & Another Breakfast Call - Dinner Call & Another Dinner Call - Dusky Night & Another Dusky Night - Slow Scotch & Another Slow Scotch - Downfall of Paris & Another Downfall - Garryowen & Another Garryowen - Dixie & Another Dixie - Yankee Doodle & Another Yankee Doodle - British Grenadiers & Another Grenadier Additionally: - An appendix containing supplementary exercises related to the 'Another' versions, based on quintuplets and collapsed/uncollapsed rudiments. - A comparative analysis of rudiments derived from various schools and traditions of drumming. - Diverse perspectives on drumset applications.