This complete drum kit and percussion tutor book series is published by Lindsay Music and written by Ben Garraway & Lee Stanley. They are the perfect companion for drum kit and percussion teachers as well as being a structured scheme for students wanting to teach themselves.
There are five sections to each of the books including Snare Drum, Drum Kit, Tuned Percussion and Timpani with an Ensemble section at the back of each book. The new ‘Play Drum Kit’ book, just contains the Snare Drum and Drum Kit sections from both books 1 & 2.
Play Drum Kit, Timpani & Percussion - Book 1
This is the original version of the book and is aimed at beginners. It’s ideal for teachers and students who wish to study all aspects of drumming and percussion.
Play Drum Kit, Timpani & Percussion - Book 2
Book 2 is for the intermediate player. It’s ideal for older students who want to further their drum kit playing as well as playing tuned and auxiliary percussion.
Play Drum Kit
This edition combines the Snare Drum and Drum Kit sections of both books. It’s ideal if you’re just wanting to learn drum kit. It has a few extra pages and some slightly updated content.
Here’s a review of ‘Play Drum Kit, Timpani & Percussion’ Book 2 from Mark Sewell at Suffolk Music Service.
