With Big Band Drumming at First Sight, Steve Fidyk offers a
comprehensive approach to improve sight-reading skills in a big band
setting. With advice on how to accompany different musical forms and
playing styles, Fidyk gives detailed information that will strengthen
your ability to recognize band figures and beat patterns quickly and
easily. The companion play-along recording features 10 arrangements of
varying styles with beat and figure examples extracted from each score
that are looped or repeated several times for thorough study. Big Band
Drumming at First Sight will be an invaluable tool in helping you to
become a better sight-reader! Read, listen, study, and learn through
Steve's experience on what it takes to look at a drumset part once, and
know how to deliver the musical goods with confidence!
It was love at first sight when I first encountered this book. Here is a
great resource that is focused on sight-reading big band charts
correctly the first time.
-Percussive Notes
Rather than offering exercises in speedy note reading, the volume covers
the fine art of chart interpretation with useful advice and clear
illustrations.
-Jeff Potter, Modern Drummer
