Hal Leonard Drumset Method – Book 1

The Hal Leonard Drumset Method Book 1 is a comprehensive guide, designed for anyone just beginning to play the drumset. Online audio tracks and video demonstrations by Gregg Bissonette are available using the unique online access code in each book.

Lessons include: drum setup and fundamentals • tuning and maintenance • basic music reading • grips and strokes • coordination and basic techniques • basic beats for many styles of music • 8th notes, 16th notes, dotted notes, and triplets • drum fills • and more.