Hal Leonard - School For Snare Drum Book

Hal Leonard - School For Snare Drum Book 📚

40 Essential Lessons & 54 Progressive Solos 

Hal Leonard's "School for Snare Drum" is a comprehensive method book designed for drummers, whether they are beginners or more experienced players. Written by performers and educators Ben Hans and John S. Pratt, this book offers 40 essential lessons and 54 progressive solos, making it suitable for both classroom instruction and private lessons.

The book begins with the basics, covering topics such as the parts of the snare drum and types of snares, making it accessible to beginners. It introduces music fundamentals in a non-intimidating manner, ensuring that new drummers can build a strong foundation.

For more experienced snare drummers, the book includes meter, roll, and rudiment studies that progress from quarter notes and 2/4 time to advanced concepts like 17-stroke rolls and cut-time. It also delves into concert snare drumming techniques and teaches students applications of alternate and natural sticking.

Additionally, the book provides John Philip Sousa march charts, etudes, and duets composed by Ben Hans, along with new rudimental solos by renowned percussion composer John S. Pratt. These solos are suitable for contests and juried performances, making the book a valuable resource for aspiring drummers looking to enhance their skills.

Edited by Rick Mattingly, this pedagogically sound method book not only presents the rudimental tradition but also explores its many modern-day applications. With 80 pages of content, "School for Snare Drum" offers a well-rounded and engaging approach to snare drum instruction.

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