Product Description

Subjects include: basic rock rhythms * rock polyrhythms * contemporary disco beats * syncopation exercises * hi hat studies * fills * double bass exercises * shuffle rhythms and linear rudiments. Also includes a special CD that corresponds to the exercises Appice offers in the book.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #219831 in Books
• Published on: 2000-07-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 100 pages

From the Publisher
Subjects include: basic rock rhythms * rock polyrhythms * contemporary disco beats * syncopation exercises * hi hat studies * fills * double bass exercises * shuffle rhythms and linear rudiments. Also includes a special CD that corresponds to the exercises Appice offers in the book.

Customer Reviews

The BEST all around rock method out there!
I used the first edition of this book, when I began playing (back in the 70's). It was innovative---cutting edge, and also appealed to a wide range of students ranging from relative beginners to experienced set players. After college I quit playing, but recently began practicing again. I picked up the new edition of Realistic Rock. It did not disappoint. All of the great exercises are still there from the original, and the author has added a CD and made additions to update it for the present rock drumming scene. It still remains at the top of my list of great books for the drum set. Beginning and intermediate drummers will have well over a year's (maybe two years!) worth the material, and advanced rockers can also benefit greatly. Anyone capable of mastering this book will end up one heck of a rock drummer!

An easy read - Go Pro, fast!
This book is outstandingly well-compiled, and is especially excellent for the beginning drummer. Even for an intermediate player, these beats are worthy to know.

The page formats are inviting to the reader, and are easy to follow, to boot. The excersizes methodically become more difficult, and their layouts are set in a way that encourages rapid development. Included are two audio disks, that are very useful for the audio for drummers that learn by the ear. Hearing the music really helps a drummer get a feel for how a piece is supposed to go. This book will have you master, there's no other way to say it, COOL rhythms in no time, and with no hassle at all (impress your friends!)! I'm teaching myself, am making quick progress, and have had no problems. Feel free to ask me about this product!

Not to mention, this book was rated the 11th best drum book according to the Modern Drummer magazine of '93. ^_^

A great no-nonsense course
This course will keep me busy for a long time! There's lots of great matereal, and the exercises are awesome! Really a great way to tune up drumming skills! I also recommend the companion video for the book, it helps clear up some of the hardest rhythms... This book isn't for those seeking higher wisdom of drum theory, but if you are ready to pick up your drum sticks and rock the house, this course will show you how.