The Evolution of Jazz Drumming (DVD + CD), Hudson Music, Special Interests

The Evolution of Jazz Drumming presents a complete historical overview and analysis of jazz drumming.

Designed as a guide and workbook for the high school, college level, and professional drummer, it is designed to be studied based on a typical 16-weather semester.

A legendary and influential jazz drummer is studied during each of these weeks.

Upon completion of the book, the user will have a complete understanding of the influential contributions of these jazz masters, which is necessary for any musician to play this music authentically.

The 31 jazz drumming legends included are examined with musical analysis including practice exercises in the style of the subject's drumming, transcriptions of both solo and time playing, and études that examine the work of each artist in unprecedented detail.

Each profile also includes a complete biography, personal anecdotes from the author, and dozens of exclusive and rare photos, many of which have never appeared in print before.