Playing with Sticks

Featuring four-time solo snare drumming world champion Jeff Queen, this DVD presents a comprehensive approach to developing hand technique and a detailed look at contemporary rudimental drumming. Presented here are essential hand techniques ranging from the fundamentals to a detailed analysis of the Moeller technique and velocity stroke. Jeff demonstrates how to apply these techniques to flams, diddles, rolls, and hybrid rudiments, and talks about timing, buzz roll control and more. Also provided is invaluable information on solo construction and achieving speed, plus many backsticking and stick trick ideas. The book/DVD package includes Jeff's acclaimed book "The Next Level" along with the DVD. Recommended for intermediate to advanced marching, drumset and concert drummers.