Author : Steve Houghton, Tom Warrington

Description

Author : Steve Houghton, Tom Warrington

Description

Essential Styles, Books 1 and 2, present a unique combination of instructional books and accompanying play-along audio that introduce 50 fundamental grooves from contemporary jazz and popular music. Each book features detailed charts for every groove along with performance guidance tailored for both drums and bass. The audio recordings include a rhythm section and woodwinds, with the drums panned to the left channel and the bass to the right, allowing musicians to isolate either instrument. Additionally, several tracks offer open choruses for comping, enabling players of any instrument to practice soloing. Essential Styles focuses on the critical elements of cohesive group performance, particularly the synchronization between drummer and bassist, thereby establishing a robust rhythmic foundation that captures the authentic essence of various musical styles.

Author : Steve Houghton, Tom Warrington

Description

This distinctive book and CD package offers an exciting opportunity to play alongside some of the leading studio musicians of today. As you explore a range of popular styles, including pop-rock, funk, R&B, fusion, Latin, and jazz, you will enhance your musical skills. The package includes musical charts for each track on the CD, along with essential patterns and valuable performance and listening tips. The international edition also features translations in German, French, and Italian.

Author : Steve Houghton, Tom Warrington

Description

Essential Styles, Books 1 and 2, present a unique combination of instructional books and accompanying play-along audio that introduce 50 fundamental grooves from contemporary jazz and popular music. Each book features detailed charts for every groove along with performance guidance tailored for both drums and bass. The audio recordings include a rhythm section and woodwinds, with drums panned to the left and bass to the right, allowing musicians to isolate either instrument. Additionally, several tracks offer open choruses for comping, enabling any musician to practice soloing. Essential Styles focuses on key elements of effective group performance, such as the synchronization between drummer and bassist, establishing a robust rhythmic foundation, and fostering an authentic feel that aligns with various musical styles.

Author : Steve Houghton, Tom Warrington

Description

This distinctive book and CD package offers an exciting opportunity to play alongside some of the leading studio musicians of today. As you explore a range of popular styles, including pop-rock, funk, R&B, fusion, Latin, and jazz, you will enhance your musical skills. The package includes musical charts for each track on the CD, along with essential patterns and valuable performance and listening tips. The International Edition also features translations in German, French, and Italian.