Richie Gajate-Garcia's extensive professional playing and teaching experience gives a uniquely diverse approach to learning this expressive instrument. This video package includes practice lessons and a companion book for practice away from the TV....

In this video, master percussionist Richie Gajate-Garcia builds upon the basic concepts of Latin rhythm studied in the video Close-Up on Congas. Richie begins by showing essential patterns used in playing bongo, timbales, maracas, guiro, and...

From Afro-Cuban to Rock demonstrates the implementation of the rhythms of Cuba into non-traditional settings. This video showcases the Santana rhythm section starring Raul Rekow and Karl Perazzo on congas, timbales, and other percussion instruments....

The acknowledged master of African drumming presents essential techniques, rhythmic patterns, and concepts for drummers of all levels. The spiritual powers of "the drum" and drumming are the focus of this DVD. Inspiring lessons and performances will...

Join Alex Acuña as he takes you on a journey from his homeland in Peru to high profile "A" list session drummer. He also reveals his very favorite rhythms and demonstrates how they apply to drumset and any drumming vocabulary. Must-see...

Wilson "Chembo" Corniel teaches how to assemble three types of conga stands, how to tune the congas, what pitch is appropriate for each size of conga, the four basic hits (open, closed, slap, and muff), special accents and sounds, and more. You will...

Only a few times in history has a musician been singled out as the world-class master of his instrument. Billy Cobham is one of those few artists. For over 30 years, he has received international acclaim as the consummate percussionist, performing...

Billy Ward is one of today's most talked about drummers and clinicians. Voices in My Head is the much-anticipated follow-up to his award winning DVD, Big Time. Nearly three hours of insightful instruction are included. Experience Billy's unique...

Drummer Bobby Jarzombek in action, highlighting his intricate double bass drum wizardry and his penchant for syncopated rhythms and odd-time signatures. Two extended drum solos and a "Live in Japan" on-stage blowout showcase Jarzombek's mastery of...

Brain has made the worst, or possibly the best drum instructional DVD ever. His follow-up to the cult favorite, Brain Lessons: Shredding Repis on the Gnar Gnar Rad focuses on the 2 & 4. Brain’s simplified breakdown of his drumming philosophy is...

Finally, a DVD with attitude! Hear and see the Primus drummer break down go-go, funk patterns, the ostinato and the up-down technique in Brain's contemporary and alternative way. This DVD is not only educational, but entertaining as well. Suitable...

The world's finest drummers came together with the Buddy Rich Big Band on October 14, 1989, to honor Buddy Rich. This two-DVD set features Neil Peart, Dennis Chambers, Dave Weckl, Steve Gadd, Louie Bellson, Gregg Bissonette, Vinnie Colaiuta, Marvin...

Arguably the greatest jazz drummer of all time, the legendary Buddy Rich exhibited his love for music by dedicating his life to the art. His career spanned seven decades, beginning when he was 18 months old and continuing until his death in 1987....

Carter Beauford, world famous drummer for the Dave Matthews Band, performs along with the rhythm tracks from six of the band's best songs, including "Ants Marching" and "Satellite." Carter covers such topics as left-hand lead/open-hand approaches,...

On June 21, 2004, Chad Smith and Ian Paice joined forces to celebrate the launch of the London Drum Company. The event brought together one of today's most influential rock drummers and one of his biggest heroes. Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer Chad...