Peter Magadini

Peter Magadini - Jazz Drums

In this information-packed DVD, master jazz drummer and clinician Peter Magadini reveals the essential ingredients of jazz drumming. Inspirational live performances, concise explanations, demonstrations and exercises provide a comprehensive overview of traditional and contemporary jazz drumming styles and techniques, including: playing the jazz ride cymbal . playing with a 'two' feel . the ride cymbal and independence . jazz form and structure . Latin and Latin jazz patterns, including Samba, Cascara and more . techniques for improvising on the drumset . playing fours and eights . how to trade solos with the band . brush technique . interpreting drum charts in all styles . jazz-rock fusion . and more. Includes a booklet with notated examples of the exercises and patterns on the DVD, with extra details of on-screen demonstrations. Running time: 1 hr, 12 min.