Drumming News :
Hudson Music has aquired the distribution of the classic drum book The New Breed II and has published a new and updated edition.
The New Breed II, by Chris Adams and Gary Chester, is a continuation of the concepts in Chester’s The New Breed, one of the all-time classic instructional drum books, and one that forever changed the way modern drum set players approach playing time on their instrument.
The book follows the model of The New Breed in presenting groove combinations played by up to three limbs while another limb plays “Melodies” against it. The New Breed II is a very advanced sequel containing some of Chester’s most difficult exercises, which he called “Bonuses.” There are over 50 of them in the book, and they vary in execution, so each one must be studied carefully to understand how to approach it. The Bonuses and Melodies can be interchanged for a nearly endless series of advanced independence exercises that will challenge even the most accomplished drummer.
The New Breed II provides a method that will assist you in learning total independence. As with any form of greatness, patience and perseverance are the keys. You will master anything you set out to master, even with the seemingly impossible, with this key formula. Take your time in learning. Play each part correctly, and make it feel good. It is so important that everything really grooves. Use dynamics and sensitivity. Make the melodies sing and let each drum and cymbal come alive with expression. Sit upright, breathe naturally, relax and become free of all tension.
Co-author Chris Adams has overseen this new edition and written several new examples that have been added to the text.
THE NEW BREED II
By Gary Chester and Chris Adams
96 Pages
$19.99
Available in physical and digital formats HERE
