In this information-packed DVD, master jazz drummer and clinician Peter Magadini reveals the essential ingredients of jazz drumming. Inspirational live performances, concise explanations, demonstrations and exercises provide a comprehensive overview of traditional and contemporary jazz drumming styles and techniques, including: playing the jazz ride cymbal · playing with a two feel · the ride cymbal and independence · jazz form and structure · Latin and Latin jazz patterns, including Samba, Cascara and more · techniques for improvising on the drumset · playing fours and eights · how to trade solos with the band · brush technique · interpreting drum charts in all styles · jazz-rock fusion · and more. Includes a booklet with notated examples of the exercises and patterns on the DVD, with extra details of on-screen demonstrations. 72 minutes.