From basic rock beats and syncopation to fills and drum solos - all you need to perform like a pro is in this book! It gives you the key elements of rock drumming and teaches how to make wise musical decisions on your own. The Everything® Rock Drums Book is a straightforward, step-by-step, interactive book and CD package. Inside you'll find tips on: reading music, stick control, buying the right equipment, playing professional-sounding grooves, getting (and keeping) gigs, and more. With interactive exercises, professional audio examples, and daily practice charts, drummer Eric Starr provides you with a complete master drumming class. You'll be playing like your rock idols in no time!