Xtreme Drums [Alf:64-1844920194]

Offering an alternative to other methods, the Xtreme series is exciting, modern, and inspirational. It features core lessons, true stories, superstar tips, top tens, and a style guru. Not only an introduction to the techniques needed to play each instrument or learn a skill, Xtreme is designed to inspire a passion for music that will transcend many young adults' fads. The reader will be guided through each area in a humorous and informative way. A CD is included with each book. In Xtreme Drums, resident sticksman Skins guides you through a ten-lesson program that covers everything from setting up your kit and holding the sticks correctly to fine-tuning techniques such as fill-ins, backbeats, and grace notes. Xtreme Drums will arm beginning drummers with all they need to be able to get the most out of their kits in no time.