Book cover for Crash! Boom! Pow!: Learning to Play Drums by Bob D'Eith and Clare Twiddy

Crash! Boom! Pow!

Learning to Play Drums

2023 Released
78 Pages
1-2 Hours
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ISBN CanadaISBN 9781738760206
Crash! Boom! Pow! is a gamified guide to unlocking your inner drummer! Learn how to craft your own beats and fills, play your favourite songs by ear, and become your own best teacher. With comic book themed illustrations by Kaylar Chan, you will level up and help your companion, "Crash", acquire powerful tools that represents your growth as a drummer. The book is laid out into 4 levels that take you from a beginner to intermediate drummer while having fun and gaining confidence along the way!

The content in this book is designed for all ages. You will find pictures, templates, rhythmic exercises, and song examples to inspire you while expanding your skills behind the drum kit. You will be taken through the basics of setting up your kit and holding drum sticks to playing more advanced beats, controlling dynamics, reading and writing drum notation, and playing drum fills like Phil Collins!

This instructional drum book is the perfect tool for drum teachers to get young students excited about learning how to play the drums. Full of practical song examples and rudiments, the book encourages students to enjoy their learning journey while acquiring the fundamental skills to become a super drummer!

Sheldon D'Eith is a professional drummer and drum instructor who trained at VCC in Vancouver, BC. Having taught drums for over 10 years, Sheldon realized that there is a need for this accessible and informative tool for instruction and students.

Bob D'Eith

Bob D'Eith has worked in the music industry for 30 years as a lawyer, musician, author and consultant. He was appointed King's Counsel in 2021. Bob was the CEO of Music BC, the trade organization for the BC music industry for 14 years. He was the co-creator of the award winning PEAK Performance Project. Bob was also the executive chair of the 2009 Vancouver JUNO Awards Host Committee. Bob is the author of "A Career in Music: 10 Steps to Success" (text book) and "The Displaced" (novel). As a musician, Bob started his career in Rymes with Orange and is celebrating 25 years with the group Mythos. Bob has been nominated for two JUNO Awards. Bob was a member of the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia representing Maple Ridge - Mission from 2017-2024 serving as Parliamentary Secretary for Arts and Film. He served as the Chair of the Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government Services, and sat on Treasury Board (cabinet committee) and the Legislative Review Committee (cabinet committee).​

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