Steve Smith Drumset Technique 2 Dvd Set

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Voted Best Drum DVD by Modern Drummer Magazine!With over four and a half hours of footage, this 2-DVD set is a virtual encyclopedia of drumset techniques, styles and concepts!Drums et Technique (Disc One) Steve explains hand and foot technique in unprecedented detail and gets to the core of what drummers need to know in order to improve their feel and technical skills. Segments include: hand technique foot technique the art of practice, exercises, licks and phrases independence/interdependence implied metric modulations plus four extended solo drum pieces.History of the U.S. Beat (Disc Two) With the help of an all-star band, Steve explains the evolution of the drumset in U.S. Music how the drumset was first used in all the major styles andhow closely related all the styles are. Segments include: early New Orl eans jazz big band bebop rhythm and blues country blues gospel rock funk and jazz/rock. In addition, Steve's group Vital Information plays seven completetunes that feature applications of the techniques and complex rhythms e xplained in Disc One.Special Features: Extensive bonusfootage including alternate-take drum solos, a brilliant hi-hat solo an d hi-hat tutorial, alternate band performances, a camera-switching option, optional running commentary by Steve, a listening list, a reading list, and more! Total Running Time (for both discs): 4 hours, 38 minutes. Show more