(Percussion). If you are in search of the most challenging advanced
concepts for coordination, technique and rhythmic complexity in modern
drum set playing, this is the book you have been waiting for. Alex Cohen
and Ramon Montagner present concepts that will challenge even the most
dedicated drummer. Split into two halves, each writer presents their
concepts separately, with reference to the other's ideas. Ramon
Montagner teaches groundbreaking hand techniques that allow him to play
at incredible speeds while keeping a relaxed groove. He presents
explanations and exercises (in both video and text) covering push-pull
technique, slide technique and dual grip (which uses two sticks in one
hand). Each of the movements is presented and then applied to
coordinated exercises. Along the way, Montagner uses and explains many
Brazilian styles including samba, maractu, and the Mangue beat (a modern
style of maracatu). Also included are 4 pages of reading rhythms to use
with the different exercises. Alex Cohen picks up where he left off in
his first book, Ultimate Progressive Drumming, to document where his
explorations have taken him since then. Beginning with advanced
weaker-side development and polyrhythm patterns, he delves into advanced
material such as "Cohen Counting," "Eldritch Rudiments," "Cohen Motions"
using polyrhythms, the "Clockwork Rhythmic Scale" and other concepts
that will expand your mind and challenge every aspect of your drumming
like never before. There are also different orchestration ideas, as well
as thoughts for making the material musical and useful in musical
situations. Particular attention is paid to advanced independence with
polyrhythms, including different ostinatos. A full package of videos
helps to explain and demonstrate the material.
