SECRET WEAPONS FOR THE
MODERN DRUMMER
One of the most comprehensive and detailed volumes on hand technique ever
produced, Jojo Mayer’s Secret Weapons for the Modern Drummer is recommended for
drummers of every age, style and skill level. The double-DVD, 3-hour set is available
from the Limited division of Hudson Music and covers a wide range of information on
drumming technique, from the most fundamental to the most advanced. Yet, Secret Weapons
is more than just the ultimate instructional method and reference guide, it also showcases
the inspiring artistry, musical philosophy and ground-breaking technical abilities of one
of today’s most progressive performers and educators.
Filmed in crystal clear digital video and audio and shot at a variety of locations in and
around Manhattan, Secret Weapons explains closely guarded and never before
published secrets of the great masters as well as Jojo’s own approaches with special
features like animated graphics, practice exercises and troubleshooting tips that will
allow drummers to unlock the inner workings and mysteries of even the most challenging
hand movements and guide them through easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions
on how to understand and master them.
Features:
* 2 DVDs, totaling 3 hours, of high quality video. Topics covered include:
• Warm-up tips. • Introduction to technique.
• The physics of drumming.
• Exercises to develop speed, endurance, power, dexterity and accuracy.
• Practice method help. • Overcoming technical difficulties.
• Different hand positions. • The Moeller technique.
And many more.
* Step-by-step guides to the most complex techniques, filmed:
• From different angles. • In slow motion.
• With explanatory graphics.
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Length: 180 minutes (2 DVD)
Released: July 5, 2007
Studio: Hudson Music