Jeff Queen

Playing with Sticks DVD

Item #HL00331438 • U.S. Retail $22.95

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Jeff Queen
Playing with Sticks DVD

Learn to play snare drum with rudimental champion Jeff Queen.

Features four-time solo snare drumming world champion, Jeff Queen. This DVD presents a comprehensive approach to developing hand technique and a detailed look at contemporary rudimental drumming. Jeff demonstrates all of the standard rudiments as well as cutting edge hybrids. In addition, he performs several solos that amply display his incredible technique and virtuosity. "Playing with Sticks" is designed to work as a companion to Queen's acclaimed book, "The Next Level" (Mark Wessels Publications).

Presented here are essential hand techniques ranging from the fundamentals to a detailed analysis of the Moeller technique and Velocity stroke. Jeff demonstrates how to apply these techniques to Flams, Diddles, Rolls and Hybrid Rudiments, and talks about the timing, buzz roll control, and offers detailed explanations of "The Grid" and "4-2-1". Also provided is invaluable information on solo construction and achieving speed, plus many backsticking and stick trick ideas, all of which contribute to making the DVD a virtual encyclopedia of rudimental drumming and hand technique.

THIS DVD IS A MUST FOR ANY LEVEL PLAYER, BEGINNER TO EXTREMELY ADVANCED!

Also Available: "Playing with Sticks" DVD and "The Next Level" Book Combo Package! Now you can get the DVD and companion book, "The Next Level", In one convenient package!

Designed for the intermediate to advanced rudimental drummer, THE NEXT LEVEL is a comprehensive method for any player who desires to take his or her drumming beyond their current abilities. Starting with the fundamental techniques, Jeff Queen describes in detail all aspects of approaching the drum: from how to properly grip the sticks to applying the Moeller and Velocity Strokes to achieve maximum sound quality and endurance.

Drawing from his vast drum corps, solo performance and teaching experience, Jeff details the basic techniques that comprise current rudimental styles: TWO HEIGHT CONTROL / TIMING CONTROL / DIDDLE CONTROL / BUZZ CONTROL / FLAM CONTROL

For the advanced snare drummer, Jeff Queen will take you to The Next Level with: HYBRID RUDIMENTS / BACKSTICKING AND TRICKS / ACHIEVING SPEED / SOLO CONSTRUCTION

Jeff finishes up the book with his own Championship solo, TRIBUTE, which gives us an inside perspective into the skills of a true master.

The Next Level is destined to become one of the all time great books on the subject of rudimental drumming. All students (whether you’re going to play snare drum or tenors) will benefit from this excellent resource!