Drum Set Simplified

A comprehensive drum set resource for the young beginner, adult hobbyist or college percussion major in need of an accelerated course in drum set fundamentals

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The all-in-one drum set book for students of all ages

Drum Set Simplified serves as a gateway book for the beginner of any age level to complete before starting more specialized books or paths of study with an emphasis on simple, methodical lessons.

Set up ensemble figures in jazz charts (4-feel swing and jazz waltz)

Drum fills in rock and swing plus trading fours

25 pages introducing (or “covering”) over 40 assorted styles

Coordination exercises in rock, blues, shuffle, and swing (including 3/4!)

18 style demos to be used for audition preparation or as etudes

Brush patterns presented through innovative diagrams

14 lesson syllabus perfect for college students to work through in one semester

41 tutorial videos providing you with over two hours of video instruction

5 page listening guide to help you with all of the assorted styles

Drum Set Simplified is so complete and absolutely fantastic!”

Danny and Beth Gottlieb

An exceptionally practical, well-thought-out, and beautifully organized drum set syllabus. A must-reference for university percussion professors and their students!”

Michael Udow, Emeritus Professor, University of Michigan

Keep in Touch!

Here’s my email: drumsetsimplified@gmail.com