(Percussion). This beginner's guide for anyone learning to play the
cajon takes you through the basics of the instrument and its techniques
with dozens of exercises and over 30 grooves from many genres including
rock, Latin, blues, jazz, flamenco, funk, and more. There are also more
advanced techniques in the final chapter that include how to change the
pitch with your foot, playing with brushes, and playing rolls with your
fingers. With the book come 45 accompanying online videos that
demonstrate many of the rhythms a techniques in the book. Topics covered
include: playing position, how to read the notation, bass and slap tone
exercises, grooves, changing pith, foot slide exercises, finger doubles
and triples, playing with brushes, and much more.