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1	Roadshow: Landscape with Drums: A Concert Tour by Motorcycle more books like this by Neil Peart In the summer of 2004, with 20 gold albums to their credit, Rush embarked on a celebratory 30th Anniversary World Tour, which carried them to nine countries to perform 57 shows in front of more than half a million fans. Between shows, Peart travelled by motorcycle, riding 21,000 miles of back roads and highways in North America and Europe, to ... see all copies from $5.00! new only from $5.98! \| first editions \| SVS
2	Drumming at the Edge of Magic: A Journey Into the Spirit of Percussion more books like this by Mickey Hart, Jay Stevens Defining the difference between "noise" and "music" and between "music" and "magic", this book tells the story of the author's quest to unlock the secrets of the drum, the instrument that has, since ancient times, transported humanity to the "edge of music" and beyond. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $17.04! \| signed copies \| first editions
3	Drums for Dummies more books like this by Jeff Strong You've got rhythm...now learn how to use it! Drumming is universal; every musical culture in the world incorporates percussion. From just tapping a straight 4/4 beat with your foot to follow the radio, to the intricate polyrhythms of a West African ensemble, the possibilities of keeping time are limitless. If you just can't stop yourself from ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $7.70! \| SVS
4	Planet Drum: A Celebration of Percussion and Rhythm more books like this by Mickey Hart, Fredric Lieberman Providing a visual display of the global fascination with drums and the primal rhythms of percussion, this book tells the story of the mystery of rhythm and percussion. This book is the sequel to "Drumming at the Edge of Magic". see all copies from $1.99! signed copies \| first editions
5	Teaching Percussion more books like this by Gary Cook Become a better music teacher with TEACHING PERCUSSION with accompanying 2-DVD set Providing a comprehensive introduction to every aspect of percussion education, technique, and performance, this music text guides you towards a greater musical awareness and improved technique. Illustrations, examples, and exercises acquaint you with the special ... see all copies from $14.75! new only from $29.67! \| SVS
6	The Drummer's Path: Moving the Spirit with Ritual and Traditional Drumming more books like this by Sule Greg Wilson Sule Greg Wilson's earthy and joyous writing style blends elements of autobiography, spirituality, and music theory as he advises students of African Diaspora percussion on a variety of topics. For Wilson, the key for drummers is to be rooted to some place, to know and be connected to the culture they were born in before they try to adopt other ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $8.95! \| first editions \| SVS
7	The Big Beat: Conversations with Rock's Great Drummers more books like this by Max Weinberg The author of this book, Max Weinberg, has been the drummer with Bruce Springsteen's E Street Band since 1974. In this book he invites 14 of rock's great drummers to step out from behind their drums and take the spotlight. Commenting on the musical traditions they inspired, these drummers offer distinct perspectives on the origins of rock music ... see all copies from $7.95! new only from $56.15! \| signed copies \| first editions
8	The Joy of Drumming: Drums & Percussion Instruments from Around the World more books like this by Tom Klower If you think you're not musical, think again! Rhythm, the foundation of music, is all around and within us. In the womb, we began our experience of the world through the sounds of our mother's heartbeat and the cadence of her voice. Experiencing rhythm and movement is an essential part of healthy living, and Tom Klower shows you how to reconnect ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $8.93! \| first editions \| SVS
9	Rock Band more books like this by Hal Leonard Publishing Corporation (Creator) 25 songs from the super hot video game transcribed note for note with bass tab. Includes: Are You Gonna Be My Girl * Black Hole Sun * Dani California * Detroit Rock City * Don't Fear the Reaper * Mississippi Queen * Paranoid * Should I Stay or Should I Go * Suffragette City * Wanted Dead or Alive * Welcome Home * Won't Get Fooled Again * and more. see all copies from $8.02! new only from $8.02!
10	How to Play Djembe: West African Rhythms for Beginners more books like this by Alan Dworsky, Betsy Sansby, Joh Camara "This book is a complete, step-by-step, user friendly course on how to play djembe. Right from the start, in addition to learning how to make all the basic strokes, you'll be learning interlocking parts for some of the most popular West African rhythms; Kuku, Djole, Kassa, Madan, Suku, Sunguru Bani and Thiba. After working through only a few ... see all copies from $10.83! new only from $17.88! \| SVS
11	Sacred drumming more books like this by Steven Ash, Renata Ash This text and CD will show you how to use drumming in cleansing rituals, for prayer, for trancework, healing, in meditation, and to connect you to the sacred spirits and the earth. The CD has a number of rhythms and styles which you can learn from and drum along with. see all copies from $3.26! new only from $9.66! \| first editions \| SVS
12	Complete Idiot's Guide to Playing Drums, 2nd Edition more books like this by Michael Miller Covers the history of drumming, different drum types, how to care for them, and basic skills and tips for playing different types of music. see all copies from $8.78! new only from $11.00! \| SVS
13 view cover	The Heart of the Circle: A Guide to Drumming more books like this by Holly Blue Hawkins What would it be like if you picked up a drum, or a rattle, or some other musical instrument and started to express yourself? At first it might be so frustrating, you might want to give up. But if you stuck with it, evicted your inner critic, and just explored whatever wanted to come out, what would happen then? In this book Holly Blue Hawkins ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $9.60! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
14 view cover	Drummin' Men: The Heartbeat of Jazz the Swing Years more books like this by Burt Korall, Mel Torme (Foreword by) Drummin' Men profiles the very best of this generation, illuminating the high-energy drive of Gene Krupa, the explosive power of Chick Webb, and the elegant style of Jo Jones. Photographs. see all copies from $6.11! new only from $6.30! \| first editions \| SVS
15 view cover	The Beatles Drum Collection more books like this by Beatles This transcription book lets drummers examine Ringo's note-for-note tracks to 25 classics by The Beatles: Back in the U.S.S.R. * Birthday * Can't Buy Me Love * Come Together * Eight Days a Week * Get Back * Help! * Helter Skelter * I Saw Her Standing There * Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da * Paperback Writer * Revolution * Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band ... see all copies from $12.34! new only from $12.34! \| SVS
16 view cover	Buddy Rich's Modern Interpretation of Snare Drum Rudiments more books like this by Buddy Rich, Henry Adler This modern interpretation of snare drum rudiments was written by the master drummer and contains an introduction by Tommy Dorsey. see all copies from $3.90! new only from $15.08! \| SVS
17 view cover	The Healing Power of the Drum: A Psychotherapist Explores the Healing Power of Rhythm more books like this by Robert Lawrence Friedman, Shi-Hong Loh, M.D. (Foreword by) An authoritative perspective on the psychological, physiological, and spiritual benefits of drumming and hand drumming. see all copies from $7.97! new only from $12.23! \| SVS
18 view cover	Conga Drumming: A Beginner's Guide to Playing with Time more books like this by Alan Dworsky, Betsy Sansby "This is the only complete, step by step course on conga drumming in print. After working through only a few chapters of this book, you'll be able to jam with others in playing the irresistible rhythms that form the roots of Salsa. The clear text, illustrations, and easy to read charts make learning to play authentic Afro-Cuban rhythms easy even ... see all copies from $6.60! new only from $21.96!
19 view cover	The Complete Idiot's Guide to Playing Drums more books like this by Michael Miller, Greg Bissonette (Foreword by) If you are a beginning drummer, this guide will help you learn all the basics of the instrument. You will find information about drum purchasing and maintenance, instructions about the snare drum fundamentals of sticking, syncopation, and rolls, and a presentation of the 26 rudiments that every drummer must learn. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $29.59!
20 view cover	Ultimate Realistic Rock more books like this by Carmine Appice Drumming legend Carmine Appice has once again updated the best-selling drumset book in the history of rock drumming. In addition to the classic information of basic rock rhythms and polyrhythms, linear rudiments and groupings, hi-hat and double bass drum exercises, and shuffle rhythms and syncopation exercises, Carmine has updated this classic ... see all copies from $17.88! new only from $17.88! \| SVS
21 view cover	Drumming at Edge of Magic (Tr) more books like this by Mickey Hart, Jay Stevens Mickey Hart, percussionist for the Grateful Dead, tells the compelling tale of his quest to unlock the power, myths, and legends of percussion. Complemented by more than 90 photographs and illustrations. It is a compelling, panoramic adventure into a vibrant living tradition of myth, power, and magic. Black-and-white photographs and illustrations. see all copies from $33.50! signed copies \| first editions
22 view cover	Drum Circle Spirit: Facilitating Human Potential Through Rhythm more books like this by Arthur Hull "Drum Circle Spirit teaches about facilitating community through rhythm-based events. Arthur Hull, recognized as the father of the drum circle movement, uses rhythm circles for spirit - and team - building among personal growth and religious groups, major corporations and to help build community in grass roots organizations around the world. This ... see all copies from $10.64! new only from $21.32! \| SVS
23 view cover	The Drum Book: A History of the Rock Drum Kit more books like this by Geoff Nicholls The Drum Book reveals the untold story of the rock drum kit, from the moment that Ringo Starr began thrashing his Ludwig kit in the 1960s to the wonderfully diverse drumming of the 1990s. Author Geoff Nichols is a professional writer and musician. see all copies from $4.83! new only from $6.97! \| first editions \| SVS
24 view cover	A Funky Primer for the Rock Drummer more books like this by Charles Dowd This best-selling, progressive encyclopedia of rock/funk patterns for all tempos utilizes a new contemporary teaching style for independence, rudiments, styles and more. 46 pages. see all copies from $7.70! new only from $28.69!
25 view cover	Alfred's Beginning Drumset Method more books like this by Dave Black, Sandy Feldstein This innovative method is a practical approach to playing the drumset. Students start their first lesson by playing an actual beat! The book is divided into two sections: "Rock" and "Jazz." In each section students learn the use of the hi-hat, ride cymbal, snare drum and bass drum in their respective styles. A play-along cassette or CD is ... see all copies from $3.95! new only from $21.00! \| first editions

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