Percussion Instruments: Top 10 Books

Percussion Instruments: Top 10 Books

Unleashing the Beat: Percussion Instruments books to master your drumming skills.

Percussion instruments are the backbone of rhythm, adding depth and excitement to music. Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced drummer aiming to perfect your technique, the right book can make all the difference. In this guide, we’ve compiled a list of the top 10 percussion books that will help you master your craft. From comprehensive drum methods to specialized techniques, these books are essential for any percussionist’s library.

Written by Alex Patterson

SaleBestseller No. 1
Essential Elements for Band – Percussion/Keyboard Percussion Book 1 with EEi | Beginner Percussion Sheet Music and Online Audio | Hal Leonard Essential Elements Series
  • Music
  • Tim Lautzenheiser & John Higgins
  • Charles Menghini & Paul Lavender
  • Tom C. Rhodes & Don Biershenk
  • Comprehensive Band Method
Bestseller No. 2
Accent on Achievement, Percussion, Book 1 (Accent on Achievement, Bk 1)
  • Alfred Publishing Co. Model#0017097
  • O’Reilly, John (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 48 Pages – 06/01/1997 (Publication Date) – Alfred Music (Publisher)
SaleBestseller No. 3
Essential Elements for Band – Percussion and Keyboard Percussion Book 2 with EEi | Hal Leonard Method Book with Online Learning and Play-Along Tracks| Beginner and Intermediate Percussion Instruction
  • Title: Essential Elements For Band Book 2 – Percussion
  • Publisher: Hal Leonard
  • ISBN: 73999585124
  • Book Number: HL00862604
  • (Essential Elements for Band and Essential Elements Interactive are fully compatible with Essential Elements 2000)
Bestseller No. 4
W21PR – Standard of Excellence Book 1 Drums and Mallet Percussion – Book Only (Standard of Excellence Comprehensive Band Method)
  • KJOS Model#W21PR
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 96 Pages – 06/30/1993 (Publication Date) – Neil a Kjos Music Co (Publisher)
SaleBestseller No. 5
Play the Piano Drunk Like a Percussion Instrument until the Fingers Begin to Bleed a Bit
  • Used Book in Good Condition
  • Bukowski, Charles (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 128 Pages – 05/31/2002 (Publication Date) – Ecco (Publisher)
SaleBestseller No. 6
An American Approach to World Percussion: A Practical Method for the Development of Jazz Applications to Hand Percussion Instruments, Book & DVD
  • Teasely, Tom (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 28 Pages – 03/01/2016 (Publication Date) – Alfred Music (Publisher)
Bestseller No. 7
Standard of Excellence Drums and Mallet Percussion Book 2
  • KJOS Model#pw22pr
  • Pearson, Bruce (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 48 Pages – 01/01/2017 (Publication Date) – Neil a Kjos Music Co (Publisher)
Bestseller No. 8
Body Percussion — Sounds and Rhythms: A Comprehensive Training System, Book & DVD
  • Filz, Richard (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 999 Pages – 11/01/2015 (Publication Date) – Alfred Music (Publisher)
SaleBestseller No. 9
Modern School for Snare Drum: With a Guide Book for the Artist Percussionist — Covering All of the Instruments of the Percussion Family (Morris Goldenberg Classics)
  • Format: Book
  • Instrument: Snare Drum
  • Category: Percussion – Snare Drum Method
  • Contributors: By Morris Goldenberg / musical interpretations and editing by Anthony J. Cirone
  • Pub Date: 11/2002
SaleBestseller No. 10
Accent on Achievement, Bk 1: Combined Percussion—S.D., B.D., Access. & Mallet Percussion, Book & Online Audio/Software
  • Used Book in Good Condition
  • O’Reilly, John (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 92 Pages – 06/01/1997 (Publication Date) – Alfred Music (Publisher)

Finding Your Rhythm

Whether you’re just starting or looking to expand your skills, these books provide invaluable knowledge and practice. Each one offers something unique, ensuring you can find the perfect fit for your drumming journey. Dive into these resources and unleash the full potential of your percussion talents.

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