Do you wish to improve your instrument playing skills? Consider this Instrument Practice Notes Journal! Keep track of all the practicing sessions you had and record what went well and points to improve. Don't forget any detail! Each page features a space for: Practice session date Place Teacher Skills practiced What went well Things to improve Mood after training (with a star scale) Notes This specialized notebook is perfect for: Students: By being organized in your training notes, and having a quick and easy way to review what you've learned, your skills will improve much more quickly. You will learn faster and remember more during your future practice sessions. You know you take notes in school to help you learn - instrument lessons are no different! Instructors: By having your students record your corrections and instructions, they will be able to review these before and during lessons, thus saving precious lesson time for working on new skills. You will find you will have to repeat yourself less often, and students will progress faster! Parents: When students write down the things they learned during lesson time, they will learn more quickly and make the most of precious practice time and coaching money. Size: 6 x 9 in - 100 pages; enough space to write, small enough to carry around in your bag.
This book and accompanying audio, that's available for download online, are a perfect introduction to the bongo drum. The book includes lessons on music notation, posture, positioning, tuning and hand strokes. There are also many exercises, examples of Latin rhythms, and even some history of the instrument. Written by best-selling Mel Bay author Trevor Salloum, this method is all you need to start playing the bongo drum today!
Voted second on Modern Drummer's list of 25 Greatest Drum Books in 1993, Progressive Steps to Syncopation for the Modern Drummer is one of the most versatile and practical works ever written for drums. Created exclusively to address syncopation, it has earned its place as a standard tool for teaching beginning drummers syncopation and strengthening reading skills. This book includes many accented eighths, dotted eighths and sixteenths, eighth-note triplets and sixteenth notes for extended solos. In addition, teachers can develop many of their own examples from it.
HOW TO PLAY BONGOS FOR BEGINNERS" Have you ever felt the rhythm of the bongos and wished you could master them with ease? Are you looking for a beginner-friendly guide that breaks down the fundamentals of bongo playing step-by-step? Do you want to unlock the secrets of bongo drumming and impress your friends and family with your musical skills? Ready to discover how to play bongos like a pro, even if you've never touched a drum before? Detailed Book Description: Unlock the rhythmic power of the bongos with "HOW TO PLAY BONGOS FOR BEGINNERS"-your ultimate guide to mastering this vibrant and versatile instrument. Whether you're a complete novice or have some basic knowledge, this book is packed with comprehensive, easy-to-follow instructions and high-quality bongo drumming techniques designed to take you from beginner to confident bongo player. Discover the essential techniques and rhythms that form the backbone of bongo drumming. This book delves deep into the world of bongos, providing a solid foundation in music theory, hand positioning, and rhythm patterns. You'll learn the basic strokes, including the open tone, slap, and mute, and how to combine them to create mesmerizing rhythms. Through clear explanations and step-by-step instructions, you'll be able to practice and master each technique, ensuring that your journey to becoming a skilled bongo player is both enjoyable and rewarding. Explore the rich history and cultural significance of the bongos, gaining a deeper appreciation for the instrument and the music it creates. With practical tips on how to choose the right bongos, care for them, and tune them correctly, this guide ensures that you have everything you need to get started and keep playing. This book doesn't just stop at the basics-it also covers advanced rhythms and playing techniques that will help you develop your own unique style. You'll learn how to play in different musical genres, from traditional Afro-Cuban music to contemporary pop and jazz. By the end of this book, you'll be able to improvise confidently and play along with your favorite songs, making the bongos an integral part of your musical expression. Highlights of What You'll Learn: Introduction to Bongos: Understanding the history, cultural significance, and structure of bongos. Bongo Basics: Detailed breakdown of the basic strokes (open tone, slap, and mute) and how to execute them properly. Hand Positioning: Correct hand placement and posture to prevent injury and improve your playing efficiency. Rhythm Patterns: Master the most common bongo rhythms used in various genres, including the Martillo, Afro-Cuban, and more. Bongo Tuning and Care: Learn how to tune your bongos to achieve the perfect sound and maintain them to ensure longevity. Playing Along with Music: Techniques for integrating bongo playing into different musical genres, including Latin, jazz, pop, and more. Advanced Techniques: Exploring syncopation, improvisation, and complex rhythm patterns to elevate your playing. Improvisation Skills: Develop the ability to create your own rhythms and solos, adding your personal touch to bongo drumming. Practice Tips: Proven strategies for effective practice sessions, ensuring consistent improvement and skill development. Performance Tips: Gain confidence and learn how to perform live, whether solo or as part of a band Don't let another day pass without starting your journey into the world of bongo drumming. "HOW TO PLAY BONGOS FOR BEGINNERS" is the only guide you need to unlock your potential and become the bongo player you've always wanted to be. With this book, you're not just learning to play bongos-you're embarking on a musical adventure. Grab your copy now and make this your final stop on the road to mastering the bongos!
Destined to become a classic, School of Bongo is Trevor Salloum's fourth bongo book for Mel Bay, but first to seriously explore a variety of bongo patterns in contemporary music. This text begins with the basic Afro-Cuban patterns (Martillo, Afro, Bolero), but demonstrates over 300 rhythms including jazz, blues, rock, R&B reggae, bossa nova and samba. This book is ideally suited for the intermediate-advanced player. Rhythm patterns are demonstrated on audio download available online
Explore techniques that develop your rhythm Learn the tips and tricks of different drumming styles Follow the steps to set up and tune a drum kit Dreaming of drumming? Here's where to start! Do you find yourself tapping on the tabletop whenever music plays? It's time to turn table-drumming into the real thing. The simple, easy-to-follow advice in this book gets you going, whether your goal is to start a band or just to play for your own enjoyment. Conquer the basics of the drums while you discover the different rhythms of rock, blues, Latin, and other music styles. You'll also find advice on playing other percussion instruments, buying and maintaining a drum set, performing for an audience, and much more. Inside... Begin with basic rhythms Learn fundamental techniques Choose the perfect drum set Find out how to tune drums Explore rhythms from around the world Discover how drums are used in different musical styles
This book approaches bongo playing in a very user-friendly way. It is a must for all students who wish to learn the basic styles, patterns, and techniques from world-renowned artist/teacher Richie Gajate-Garcia. This package contains two CDs with Richie performing all the exercises and includes play-along tracks to practice with. Styles include Cuban, Puerto Rican, Dominican, pop/rock, funk, and R&B, along with a section on school jazz band use. This is a complete study of the bongo drum and should be fun for all who use it. Also includes an in-depth study of all basic hand percussion instruments such as shaker, bells, cabasa, triangle, tamborine, maracas, and more.
