Technique and coordination of legs on a drum kit. Educational guide

The purpose of this manual is to give students an understanding of the function of the bass drum and hi-hat in music, help them master basic playing techniques, and coordinate footwork. The book is recommended for students who have developed solid skills in hand technique before starting coordination exercises on the drum set. It may also be useful for performing musicians looking to systematize their foot technique, as well as teachers aiming to instill a professional approach to instruction in their students. In addition to detailed explanations of technique and numerous foot coordination exercises, the textbook contains a wealth of useful information (pedal and bass drum positioning and tuning, counting, note reading, rhythm chanting), provides methods for developing steady time and groove, offers examples of practical application of acquired skills, and more. The author of the manual is a renowned musician and educator, highly praised by legendary drummers such as Jim Chapin, Steve Smith, Bill Bruford, Peter Magadini, René Creemers, and others. He is included in the international 'recommended drum teachers' list by Dom Famularo, as published in Modern Drummer magazine, and is an honorary member of the National Association of Rudimental Drummers in the USA (N.A.R.D.). He teaches at the St. Petersburg M.P. Mussorgsky Music School, is actively involved in concert and studio work, and conducts master classes in Russia and abroad. (For more information about the author, visit the MaxKlots website.) 3rd revised edition.