The Art of Modern Jazz Drumming Jack DeJohnette, Charlie Perry
Publisher: Drum Center Publications

Modern Jazz Quartet vibes-player Milt Jackson often complained about having to play the band's distinctive jazz counterpoint, according to their bassist, Percy Heath. In this 5-CD mid-period box set, the chord sequences and cadences are often Bach-like, but the improvising is pure bebop: Lewis and Jackson met in Dizzy Gillespie's big band, drummer Connie Kay worked with Miles and Lester Young, and Heath with Charlie Parker. In general, "Deeper" goes further into contemporary concepts and features some great transcriptions of Paul Motian, Elvin, and concepts of Jack Dejonette's drumming. This book deals with the principles, techniques, rhythms, and concepts of progressive jazz. The product presents the most complete and comprehensive historical analysis of the drummers who created and defined modern jazz drumming in print. Being able to see, hear and read about the legendary drummers who paved the way for the art of drumming is without question priceless. The modern drum kit evolved partly in response to the needs of jazz musicians; its range of timbre and textures are designed to ideally represent jazz rhythm. Bart Elliott reviews this book/DVD/MP3 disc package; a comprehensive guide to the history of jazz drumming. The Drummers Way: Practical Ideas for the Modern Drummer/Instructor Bob's second book called "Deeper Into The Art of Drumming" further tackles the subjects of polyrhythmic playing, musical phrasing of triplet variations, and more slow motion swing exercises. Alvin Fielder, the drummer and historian, has posited that modern drumming comes from three central figures – Max Roach, Kenny Clarke, and Art Blakey. A release date of March 15, 2011 is planned.