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Titles in the Forever Drumming catalog are listed alphabetically according to author's last name

(and/or artist name)

BOBBY SANABRIA / GETTING STARTED ON CONGAS: CONGA BASICS 47 min.
This Spanish/English video provides all the tools needed to begin playing the congas. With a simple step-by-step approach, Bobby covers: a short history of the instrument, tuning the congas, proper playing position and basic strokes, care of the hands, the concept of the clave, three basic tumbaos (patterns) on one conga and a lot more.

VH0266 $16.95

BOBBY SANABRIA / GETTING STARTED ON CONGAS: TECHNIQUE FOR ONE & TWO DRUMS - FUNDAMENTO 1
This 62 minute video is loaded with history of the congas and a lot of essentials for conga players: review of the four basic strokes and two new ones - the bass tone and the tapao. Guajira, Mambo and Son Montuno, are covered as well as several exercises for two drums.

VH0267 $21.20

BOBBY SANABRIA / GETTING STARTED ON CONGAS: TECHNIQUE FOR TWO & THREE DRUMS - FUNDAMENTO 2
63 min. This third video in the 'Getting Started on Congas' series includes the Guaracha style, Rumba clave, Bembe (with trio) and a Bembe play-along, a modern tumbao on two drums and the highlight - an interview and performance featuring conga legend Candido Camero. English/Spanish.

VH0268 $21.20

ED SHAUGHNESSY - TIME, TASTE, TECHNIQUE & TIMBRE DVD

Author: Clem DeRosa & Ed Shaughnessy

In this must-have DVD for every ensemble drummer and band director, world-renowned drummer Ed Shaughnessy and conductor-arranger Clem DeRosa take you through a survey of jazz, swing and Latin styles from the drummer's perspective. Through live performances, demonstrations, and insightful discussions based on decades of professional experience, they reveal: the “Four T's” (the essential role of time, taste, technique and timbre in successful musical performance) • the do's and don'ts of effective brushwork, fills and dynamics • swing, shuffle, Latin and ballad drumming techniques.

Every style and concept is illustrated by a live big band performing Clem and Richard DeRosa's classic arrangements propelled by Shaughnessy's impeccable drumming, followed by concise analysis and drumset close-ups.

Also available separately, Show Drumming – The Essential Guide to Playing Drumset for Live Shows and Musicals

HL 320465 DVD $25.45

'SUPERNATURAL' RHYTHM & GROOVES

The success of Carlos Santana's award-winning CD Supernatural proves that his music is not only modern but also timeless. In this video, Karl Perazzo and Raul Rekow showcase their special chemistry of applying traditional Afro-Cuban percussion rhythms and blending them into today's popular music. This program features an all-star band assembled specifically for this session, performing songs from Supernatural, recorded with new life, featuring special guest Horacio Hernandez on drums. Also features a full length CD, which contains various tracks for each song, including vamps, grooveloops (mixed with AND without congas, drums, timbales etc.) This format is the first of it's kind and this video/CD package sets the standard for all those that will come in the future.

ALF 902924 VHS/CD only $33.95

CHUCK SILVERMAN / PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS OF AFRO-CARIBBEAN RHYTHMS TO THE DRUM SET 90 min.
This is a very thorough undertaking and is highly recommended to any player looking to expand his vocabulary or become a more musical, percussive rhythm player. At the cornerstone of Chuck's teachings, is the use of Afro-Caribbean rhythms to enhance your repertoire. By developing a feel for them and then using your own creativity, you can develop a lot of fun and interesting groove and fill/solo ideas with which to broaden your musical horizons. Spanish translation available as VH0127SP for $32.95. Also see the 'Practical Applications' series in the Books with Audio section.

ALF VH0127 $33.95

CHAD SMITH / RED HOT RHYTHM METHOD 72 min.
Chad slams along with nine Chili Peppers CD tracks mixed without drums. Flea comes out, the two of them have a discussion about several grooves from the Chili Pepper catalog - then they proceed to have an all-out jam for a good ten minutes. You get lots of good one-on-one with Chad and he gives you lots of good tips and things to think about - like playing in the pocket & ghost notes. Book with CD also available (#MMBK0047CD $21.95) so, if you wanted, you could watch Chad play AND play along with the charts - all note for note! A very cool video brimming with Chads wacky, wonderful sense of humor. Great deal!

ALF VH0180 $33.95

STEVE SMITH / DRUMSET TECHNIQUE & HISTORY OF THE U.S. BEAT

- a two-disc DVD set -

A brilliant, entertaining and educational resource by one of the world's most respected and influential drum artists. The double DVD is a virtual encyclopedia of drumming techniques and concepts - featuring state of the art audio and video as well as special features, including a camera switching option, alternate takes, listening and reading lists and commentary tracks by Steve himself.

DISC 1: Steve breaks down his legendary hand and foot technique in unprecedented detail and gets to the core of what drummers want to know about improving their technique and feel. CHAPTERS: hand technique, foot technique, the art of practice, exercises, licks and phrases, independence/interdependence, implied metric modulations, four drum solos. (2 hrs. 35 min.)

DISC 2: Steve explains the origins and evolution of the U.S. beat, demonstrates it's connection to contemporary music and performs a 70 minute set with Vital Information and an all-star band. CHAPTERS: ragtime, blues, early new orleans jazz, big band, bebop, gospel, r&b, rock, funk, country and jazz/rock.

(1 hr. 30 min.)

HL 320343 DVD $42.45

STEVE SMITH / PART ONE 52 min.
American Video Conference Best Instructional Music Video of 1987. This video features the great Steve Smith demonstrating his basic approach to rock and jazz, methods for developing time and meter, several incredible solos and full band performances with his group Vital Information. This is an excellent video for all drummers - by one of the best there's ever been. Booklet included.

STEVE SMITH / PART TWO 52 min.
Part Two continues with double bass drumming, developing creativity, creating a drum part (using 'Don't Stop Believing' as an example) plus additional performances by Vital Information. Also included is rare in-concert footage of Steps Ahead. Another great video from a true master of the instrument. Booklet included.

STEVE SMITH PART 1 AND PART 2 - Previous price $79.90

STEVE SMITH VHS 2-PACK - ONLY $33.95

ED SOPH & HORACEE ARNOLD - THE DRUMSET: A MUSICAL APPROACH 120 min.
The fundamentals of jazz, rock and funk drumming. Informative musical segments that deal with hand/foot coordination, solos and fills, and playing in the rhythm section. Includes an historical overview of influences ranging from military cadences and New Orleans ragtime, to swing, bebop, R&B, rock and funk. Booklet included.

ALF VHS VERSION VH018 $33.95

MATT SORUM / DRUM LICKS + TRICKS FROM THE ROCK + ROLL JUNGLE
For the first time ever, the hard rockin' drummer from Guns N' Roses and The Cult gives special insight into his playing. Instructional segments on this one of a kind video include drum set-up, tuning, microphone placem,ent, building the beat and the free left hand technique. Sorum demonstrates a variety of grooves including Latin, Samba, Funk, Ska and Reggae. Also conatins a special section featuring Slash and Duff McKagan work with Sorum on a new song.

ALF VH0385 $33.95

Clyde Stubblefield & John "Jab'o" Starks

CLYDE STUBBLEFIELD & JOHN "JAB'O" STARKS / SOUL OF THE FUNKY DRUMMERS
This awesome brand new video features two of the greatest funk drummers to ever grab a pair of sticks. Most famous for their respective stints with the super bad, super funky James Brown Band, these two give you a great inside look at some funky, FUNKY drumming. They give you the legendary grooves from 'Sex Machine', 'Super Bad', 'Cold Sweat', 'I Got the Feelin' and other great James Brown tunes. Producer Harry Wegner interviews both Clyde and Jab'o, gives you personal stories and also includes a duet performance from these two funksters. Special guests: Fred Wesley, John Scofield, John Medeski and Fred Thomas. Highly recommended for all funk players young and old.

HL 320220 VHS VERSION $33.95

SOUL OF THE FUNKY DRUMMERS DVD

BIRGER SULSBRUCK / LATIN-AMERICAN PERCUSSION 45 min.
A video designed for both beginner and experienced players. Expert percussionist Birger Sulsbruck offers the basic techniques for playing congas, bongos, timbales and shakers and explains the differences among many key Afro-Cuban rhythms. Ensemble playing examples are featured. Booklet included.

Reg. ALF VH043 $33.95

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