Alfred

Proficiency as a drummer has always come from great hand dexterity. However, with the introduction of modern drumming techniques, it has become increasingly necessary to gain complete independence of both the hands and feet. With various rhythmic exercises in easy-to-read notation, 4-Way Coordination is designed to guide the drummer from simple patterns to advanced polyrhythms. Through the study of this method book, the student will gain invaluable listening skills and techniques that will provide insight to drumming in all styles.

Title
Introduction
Melodic Coordination (Definition)
Melodic Coordination (Exercises in 8th Notes)
Eighth Note Solos in Melodic Coordination
Melodic Coordination (Exercises in Triplets)
Triplet Solos in Melodic Coordination
Combining 8th Notes and Triplets in Solos
Harmonic Coordination (Definition)
Two-Part Harmonic Coordination (Exercises in 8th Notes)
Eighth-Note Solos in Two-Part Harmonic Coordination
Two-Part Harmonic Coordination (Exercises in Triplets)
Triplet Solos in Two-Part Harmonic Coordination
Combining 8th Notes and Triplets in Solos
Four-Way Coordination
Four-Way Coordination on the Drum Set (using the right hand on the ride cymbal)
Studies to Develop the Left Foot
Adding the Left Hand
Complete Independence in 2/3, 3/4, 4/4, 5/4 and 6/4 Time
Studies for Playing Three-beat Ideas in 4/4 Time
Solos Written in Complete Independence
Advanced Polyrhythmics