The Abcs of Brazilian Percussion

Discover the secrets of the most important percussion instruments for Brazilian music with this unique tutorial book and DVD. Ney Rosauro presents much more than just a simple percussion tutor - The ABCs Of Brazilian Percussion offers a wealth of historial and cultural context, and is designed to help you capture the characteristic 'feel' of Brazilian music through a comprehensive range of written exercises and viusal demonstrations. The inclusion of DVD technology means that you can get one step closer than with a standard audio CD, helping you master those vital techniques in a truly authentic and quintessentially 'Brazilian' style right from the start. 11 instruments are demonstrated, described and explained in detail, ranging from the familiar Tamborim, Caixas and Triangulo to the more unusual Reco-reco and Berimbau. Five distinctive rhythm styles are also introduced, including the Samba, Baiao and Maracatu.