Carl Fischer Beginning Hand Drumming

Hand drumming is a relaxing, creative, and fun way for you to express yourself and spend time with others. With this instructional DVD and book pack, you get a complete and easy-to-follow guide that will teach you the basics of hand drumming. It combines traditional knowledge with drum circle tipsthat add up to lots of hands-on fun. With this Beginning Hand Drumming, you will learn hand drum techniques, world beat rhythms, and much more to get you fully equipped to join the next drum circle. You will gain valuable insights about hand drumming using congas, djembes, and hand percussion, for both individual and group applications.

With this package you will:

¢Examine the myth of possessing "no rhythm."

¢Explore creative approaches to unleash the rhythm inside of you.

¢Learn practical exercises to develop technique, and improve your ear.

¢Play fun and beautiful traditional rhythms.

¢Explore all the ways to play at drum circles.

¢Learn the "nuts and bolts" about hand drum and percussion instruments.

¢Create a supportive environment so you can play with family and friends.

¢Enjoy creating rhythms with the extensive play-along segments on the DVD.


Perfect for:

Drummers of all ages

Nursing Homes and Senior Centers

Private Drum Teachers

Recreation Centers

Drum Circle Participants and Facilitators

Churches

Elementary, Middle and High School Music Teachers

Music Therapists and Social Workers

Parents and Families


"I am amazed how this DVD and book pull together so many vital drumming concepts and answers so many questions in a fun and easy-to-follow format. This is an invaluable resource for both students and instructors that truly finds harmony in the diverse world of hand drumming."

-Brian West, Drummer, Cherry Poppin' Daddies, and Musical Director for Dance Africa University of Oregon