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Series A.I.M Percussion Text, Volume 1

Afro-American Aspects

Jerry Leake

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Best Book Writers
16 September 2025
Series A.I.

M Percussion Text, Volume 1: Afro-American Aspects

Afro-American Aspects is a practical guide for drummers and percussionists to the rhythmic foundations of Black American music and its African roots. From polyrhythms and clave patterns to blues, gospel, and jazz, this volume links cultural context to playable technique-showing not just what to play, but why it feels the

way it does.

Part One explores African, Cuban, and Brazilian influences, with over 50 ensemble studies plus adaptations for drum set. You'll work through conga traditions, clave and bell patterns, salsa, reggae, and the role of accompanying instruments.

Part Two traces how those rhythms shaped American music, from rudimental snare drumming to jazz, rock, funk, and fusion. Clear explanations and notated studies build time feel, coordination, and phrasing across drum set, congas, bongos, djembe, cajón, tambourine, frame drums, shekere, and more.
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Imprint:   Best Book Writers
Dimensions:   Height: 279mm,  Width: 216mm,  Spine: 10mm
Weight:   449g
ISBN:   9781969644177
ISBN 10:   1969644176
Pages:   188
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Audience:   General/trade ,  ELT Advanced
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active

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