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The Latin Drumming System
Includes 3 Training DVDs,
1 Workbook, And A Fun
Play-Along Audio CD!
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Training System Quick Facts
DVD Video: 6 Hours
Workbooks: 70 Pages
Publisher: Railroad Media
Featuring: Mike Michalkow
Workbooks: 70 Pages
Publisher: Railroad Media
Featuring: Mike Michalkow
Latin Drumming System
Learn How To Play All The Popular Latin Drumming Styles!
Are you interested in learning a new style of music but don't know where to start? The Latin Drumming System will put your on track to learning styles from all around the world. Some of these styles include: Bossa Nova, Tumbao, Cha Cha, Mambo, Merengue, and a whole lot more!
Latin drumming is also a great way to build complete independence of your limbs. Once you begin your training, you will quickly see how this style can put you ahead of the pack and on your way to becoming a professional drummer.
World renowned drum instructor Mike Michalkow breaks everything down in step-by-step detail. Each beat is first played with 2 camera angles and the sheet music on screen. Next, the same beat is shown from 4 camera angles so you can really see how everything is being played.
Here is a small sample of the topics covered in the Latin Drumming System...
Clave - What is it? What does it mean? Mike explains exactly what the Clave is how how to apply it into Latin drumming.- Son, Rumba, and 6/8 Afro Cuban Claves - Learn these 3 main claves and you will be well on you way to becoming a seasoned pro. Mike explains all 3 of these claves as well as giving demonstrations. The quad camera angles are extremely useful when watching through this section of the video.
- Cascara Pattern - Mike's step-by-step teaching approach is especially helpful when learning the Cascara pattern.
- Bossa Nova - Mike teaches and demonstrates 10 Bossa Nova beats. Bossa Nova is one of the most popular styles of Latin drumming and is a must learn for beginner to advanced drummers.
- Eighth Note Fills - Having a solid library of eighth note fills is essential when playing Latin music. Mike demonstrates 24 eighth note fills. All exercises in the Latin Drumming System are shown using the "easy reader" system." At first the beat is shown with 2 camera angles and the sheet music on screen, next, the same exercises is shown from four camera angles so you can see exactly what is happening.
- Sixteenth Notes - Mike gives a great overview of sixteenth notes and how they apply to Latin drumming. This section is essential before moving onto the next DVD.
Samba Drum Beats - Mike explains what the Samba is, where it originated from, and then gives 12 drum beat examples that you can take to your kit!- Baiao Drum Grooves - Your library of grooves will continue to expand as you learn eleven Baiao beats. These grooves are sure to challenge all drummers of any skill level
- The Cha Cha - You will keep the dance floor moving after learning the unique style of Cha Cha. The step-by-step learning system makes this easy to follow.
- Sixteenth Note Triplets - Add flare to your Latin drum solos using sixteenth note triplets. Using this note value is essential in all Latin drumming styles.
- Ballroom Rumba (Bolero) - The sixteenth note triplets lesson will come in handy as you learn the Ballroom Rumba.
- The Tumbao Pattern - You will appreciate Mike's progressive teaching style as developing a Tumbao pattern is essential for many Latin drumming styles.
- Mambo Drum Grooves - These grooves build on the basic Tumbao pattern. Learning the Mambo is essential for any Latin drummer.
- Merengue - This fast and high energy style is one of the most enjoyable Latin styles to play.
- Mozambique - The Mozambique originated in Cuba and then was brought to the US in the early 1960s. Learn this unique Latin drumming style with the Latin Drumming System.
- Songo Beats - Learning the Songo will be fun and exciting as Mike breaks everything down in detail. The multi angle training system is especially helpful when learning this fun Latin style.
- Sixteenth Note Fills - Expand your library of Latin drumming fills with over 30 different sixteenth note variations. These are great for one bar breaks, or complete open drum solos!
- Easy Reader System - All exercises in the Latin Drumming System are first shown with 2 camera angles and the sheet music on screen. Next, the same exercise is shown from four camera angles so you can really see what is being played.
- Soca (Soul-Calyspo) - Learn the Latin disco that will keep everyones feet moving on the dance floor.
- The Tango - This provocative Latin drumming style makes excellent use of the five stroke roll and the nine stroke roll.
- 6/8 Afro Cuban (Nanigo/Bembe) - These grooves are sure to challenge the most advanced drummers.
Thirteen Play Along Tracks - There are 13 play along tracks included in the Latin Drumming System. First, the tracks are all demonstrated on the play-along DVD. Next, you can take the provided audio CD with the drum tracks removed and play along with a professional Latin drumming band. Styles include: Bossa Nova, Samba, Latin-Jazz, 6/8 Afro Cuban, Merengue, Tango, Soca, Songo, Mozambique, Mambo, Bolero, Baiao, and Cha Cha!- Latin Drum Solos - Be inspired as you watch Mike play twelve Latin drum solos. His unique drum setup makes this exceptionally fun to watch!
Audio CD - The audio CD contains 13 Latin tracks with the drums removed. These are great for giving you a feel for playing all the Latin styles. Each track has been customized with 2 bars of metronome to count you in. You will be playing along with world renowned musicians such as Jody Fisher (guitar), Baba Elefante (bass), and Tilden Webb (piano). Remember to have fun as you play along to these 100% original music tracks!- Drum Solo Training - Mike gives valuable insights into drum soloing. After watching, you will be ready to get behind the kit and do some solos of your own!
Complete Detailed Workbook - Along with the Latin Drumming System youwill get a workbook with 50 +pages of beats, fills and exercises. Every exercise taught in the Latin Drumming System is detailed in this workbook. Having the companion workbook makes an excellent addition to this already complete package as there are times when viewing the DVDs on a DVD player isn't possible. Now you will always be able to use the Latin Drumming System regardless of where you are located!
You can place your order online or over the telephone. Our toll-free number is 1-800-439-8921 (available for US/Canada), and International customers can reach us by dialing 1-604-853-7606. We can either walk you through the online order process, or process the order directly over the telephone.
