Publisher : Alfred Music

A study of the language of Brazilian rhythms and song styles.
Part I deals exclusively with Brazilian percussion instruments, with a description of each instrument and its rhythms, song styles, techniques, and applications.
Part II addresses the drum set. Each rhythm is presented separately with background information, musical examples, and exercises.

• Marcha
• Frevo
• Samba
• The Percussion Instruments
• Bossa Nova
• The Rhythm Section
• Maracatu
• The Songstyles
• Afoxe
• Brazilian Hand Percussion
• Brazilian Drumser
• Choro/Chorinho'baiao
• Catarete

Sample Pages

• The Essence of Afro-Cuban Percussion & Drum Set
• The Essence of Brazilian Percussion & Drumset