Drums for Dummies

Drumming is natural to all of us-after all, it mimics the regular beat of our hearts. But some of us want to go further and really lay down a big beat. And no wonder-whether you want to become the powerful backbone of a band or just learn how to play a hand drum for pleasure, drumming is a lot of fun. Oh, and it's scientifically proven to make you smarter. Bonus: healthier! Drums For Dummies gets you going on the road to becoming the drummer you want to be. Get started with the basics-what drums to buy,exercises that build your skills, and playing simple rhythms. Then move into more complex topics, explore drumming styles from around the world, and add other percussion instruments to your repertoire--