 The four-volume
PATTERNS series by Gary Chaffee is one of the most contemporary
and comprehensive drum methods available. Endorsed by many of today's
top players, the books cover a wide range of materials, and will
help students develop the kinds of skills necessary for drum set
performance. The PATTERNS books are designed to be used in
any order, or in combination with one another. A must for the serious
student.
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RHYTHM & METER PATTERNS
Rhythm
& Meter Patterns introduces the student to a wide
range of rhythmic and metric possibilities, including odd
rhythms, mixed meters, polyrhythms, and metric modulation.
Book and CD (EL03584CD) $24.95
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TIME FUNCTIONING PATTERNS
Time
Functioning Patterns includes materials dealing with rock
cymbal ostinatos, jazz independence, and the new linear phrasing
concept that Gary developed.
Book and CD (EL03586CD) $24.95
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STICKING PATTERNS
In
Sticking Patterns, Gary's unique approach to the use
of stickings is explored. Completely different from the rudiments,
Gary's system is designed specifically for drum set performance,
both for creating time feels as well as for filling and soloing.
Also included are sections on accented single strokes, as
well as the use of double strokes on the set.
Book and CD (EL03585CD) $24.95
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TECHNIQUE PATTERNS
In
Technique Patterns, the student is challenged with
a variety of routines designed to increase technical in the
hands and feet. Included are exercises on finger control,
endurance, multiple-note playing, hand-foot combinations and
more.
Book and CD (EL03587CD) $24.95
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LINEAR TIME PLAYING
This
newest book from Gary Chaffee contains his exploration of
linear time playing. The first section will help students
to develop basic linear playing skills, voice coordination,
dynamic balance, accenting, and more. The second section deals
with the development od time feels in the linear style, including
4/4, half-time, shuffle, and odd meters. Ample space is provided
for the student to create his or her own ideas.
Book and CD (EL03839CD) $24.95
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7th HEAVEN
Dedicated
to Steve Smith and Vinnie Colaiuta, this moderately difficult duet
for two drum set players is a great concert piece for college level
students.
Many interesting
themes are presented, and both players have a chance to "stretch
out" and improvise in different situations. Drummers should have
great fun working on this piece.
Book (EL03779) $19.95
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Alfred Music is proud to announce that Gary Chaffee's
two videos, "Phrasing & Motion",
and "Sticking Time, Linear Time, Rhythm & Meter"
are being re-released in DVD format. Expected date of arrival is
spring 2010. Keep in touch for additional updates.
The concepts behind the making of these videos were derived from
the innovative teaching techniques developed by Gary Chaffee. These
techniques, first published in his largely successful Patterns
books, have reinvented the way many drummers approach and play their
instrument. With the overwhelmingly positive response of his newest
publication, Linear Time Playing, it seemed natural that
a video showcasing Gary's amazing playing and teaching techniques
would be the next logical step. With the amount of information that
Gary has to offer, one video was not enough - so he did two! These
videos not only reinforce many of the techniques taught in his books,
but will also open new doors in how to be creative.
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PHRASING AND MOTION
This
video focuses on phrasing and motion. Steve Smith, a former
student of Gary's, makes a special appearance to demonstrate
the techniques explained on this video in an unbelievable
solo performance.
Video (VH0287) $29.95
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STICKING TIME, LINEAR TIME, RHYTHM AND
METER
This
video focuses on sticking time feels, linear motion and rhythm
and meter. Jonathan Mover, a former student of Gary's, makes
a special appearance to demonstrate the techniques explained
on this video in a fabulous solo performance.
Video (VH0279) $29.95
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Noisy Old Men is out! Features Mick Goodrick
(guitar), John Abercrombie (guitar), and Steve Swallow (bass).
Buy it now from cdfreedom.com
Enter "Noisy Old Men" for Title and click Go.
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Quintology: Features
Bill Pierce (sax), Mick Goodrick (guitar), Jim Stinnett (bass),
Gary Chaffee (drums).
Buy it now from summitrecords.com
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