It is believed that he described the method after observing drummers. I found that the book s photos had to be carefully studied, however, in order to fully grasp the unique drumming style being demonstrated. On this website, you will find a large collection of free snare drumming music. So if any of you drummers have this book, i would as would other drummers love to get access to your copy. It is believed that he described the method after observing civil war drummers in the 19th century. The first book to publish sanfords research was by william ludwig in 1925, called the moeller book. As explained in the moeller book, white symbols were used to indicate righthand. The book aims broadly, its chapters cover a vast quantity of musical material, the topics are timely, and the references in the footnotes essential. Sanford augustus gus moeller 18861960 was an american rudimental drummer, national champion, educator, and author. Registration for drum technique made easy has now closed. What are some good exercises to improve on snare drum. In 1925, moeller compiled and wrote instructor in the art of snare drumming. Snare drum method books, technique, study lone star percussion.
The moeller book the art of snare drumming, sanford g. His lessons were based on his observations of civil war drummers, who played on level snares as opposed to titled and gripped their drum sticks with their little fingers. The most important drum technique in the world youtube. The belief that anyone can beat a drum is discouragingly popular. Moeller of the moeller method of drumming states, to acquire a knowledge of the true nature of the snare drum, it is absolutely necessary to study military drumming, for it is essentially a military instrument and its true character cannot be brought out with an incorrect method. A classic snare drum method for the rudimental snare drummer has long been considered a staple of snare drum technique books, helping define technique for rudimental snare drum for over 50 years the moeller book covers all aspects of snare drumming, including everything from basic strokes through more complex rudiments, providing almost 100 pages of. The moeller stroke drum technique is named for the drummer sanford a. In 1925, moeller compiled and wrote the moeller book. A fresh approach to the snare drum by mark wessels. I have created this website to further the art and science of rudimental snare drumming. Studying from this book along with additional explanations from jim chapin or another teacher, a drummer can yield a wealth of knowledge regarding the use of a drumming system thay is oftreferenced, but seldom mastered. A classic snare drum method for the rudimental snare drummer has long been considered a staple of snare drum technique books, helping define technique for rudimental snare drum for over 50 years. The moeller method, moeller technique or whipping technique is a percussive stroke method that combines a variety of techniques with the goal of improving hand speed, power, and control while offering the flexibility to add accented notes at will.
The art of snare drumming, written and compiled by sanford a. Moellers unique point of view was that he considered drum students, who were learning to drum properly, to be students of eurhythmics. Later jim chapin released his video speed power control endurance 1992 vhs which helped many drummers develop the method with visual training. Nov 22, 2012 the moeller method, or moeller technique, was named after drummer sanford a. Great drummers the great drummers, from alex acuna. His instruction became known as the moeller method, which remains today one of the premier instruction methods for rudimental drumming. The drum ninja blog archive how to play the moeller method. Gus moeller is usually associated with the moeller method or moeller technique considered by some to be a misnomer, which advocates the use of ancient snare drumming techniques that can be used by drummers when playing a drum set. The moeller method, or moeller technique, is named for drummer sanford a. Moeller was an american rudimental drummer, educator and drum builder.
The cambridge companion to percussion edited by russell. Some of the more obvious influences to me were stones stick control and accents and rebounds, moellers the art of snare drumming, morellos master studies for snare drum, and wilcoxons modern rudimental swing solos for the advanced drummer. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Moeller of the moeller method of drumming states that to acquire a knowledge of the true nature of the snare drum, it is absolutely necessary to study military drumming, for it is essentially a military instrument and its true character cannot be brought out with an incorrect method. Drum book request the moeller book the art of snare drumming by sanford a moeller. It was reprinted in june 1950 by leedy and ludwig under the name the moeller book. The art of snare drumming was published in 1925 6 years before the formalization of the 26 us rudiments of the national association of rudimental drummers nard of which george lawrence stone, author of the famous snare drum method stick control for the snare drummer 1935, was president. Moeller was impressed at their ability to play at high volumes for long periods without tiring.
The moeller book covers all aspects of snare drumming, including everything from basic strokes through more complex rudiments. Moeller s unique point of view was that he considered drum students, who were learning to drum correctly, to be students of eurhythmics. Studying older drumming patterns and practices could be one methodical approach to contemporary music pedagogy in the field of drumming, and a way to achieve a sustainable development of the art. Pdf developing tomorrows drumming by studying the past. Dec 06, 2016 the method has been perceived in the drumming community as a secret method. Sanford augustus gus moeller was an american rudimental drummer, national champion, educator, and author. This is probably due to his views that resulted from researching the knowledge that came from the literature and drumming manuals from several european countries and especially the bruce and strube school from the us military tradition. Many people who listed it also cited rileys followup, beyond bop drumming.
The cambridge companion to percussion is a concise yet actionpacked and conceptrich volume that, like its subject matter, strikes forcibly in the range of ideas from its contributors. The method has been perceived in the drumming community as a secret method. Moeller, who shared his way of teaching in his book the art of snare drumming in 1925. Price new from used from paperback, 1964 please retry paperback. Sep 27, 2011 this very clever rudimental drumming enthusiast took the still photo shots from sanford moeller s snare drumming method book the art of snare drumming 1929 and spliced them together so we can see, for a brief time, what he intended his motions to look like. Jun, 2019 the moeller stroke drum technique is named for the drummer sanford a. The remarkable aspect of the moeller book is that the pictures are. Jim chapin used a system of dots and triangles to indicate upstrokes and downstrokes. Moeller, as described in his book the art of snare drumming, also called the moeller book 1. Jim chapin and the moeller method off beat with michael.
Moeller describes a down stroke with the right stick as being similar to gripping the handle of a whip and making a downward, snapping movement. The moeller book, is a very well done book and will be very useful in teaching drum class. Moeller, published by ludwig drum co, cleveland ohio. Moeller and drum instruction gus moeller is usually associated with the moeller method or moeller technique considered by some to be a misnomer, which advocates the use of ancient snare drumming techniques that can be used by drummers when playing a drum set. The moeller book is the original moeller method or moeller technique. Moeller of the moeller method of drumming states, to acquire a knowledge of the true nature of the.
He later taught the system to jim chapin in 1938 and 1939. In 1993, modern drummer magazine named the book one of the top 25 books of alltime. Moeller through the chapin lens modern drummer magazine. It was actually years later that i learned what this key motion was. Moeller, as described in his book the art of snare drumming, also. George lawrence stones stick control is the original classic, often called the bible of drumming. Research offcampus without worrying about access issues.
I dont care which version, as i believe they are pretty much identical regarding the information contained. It is considered difficult to learn and no consensus has been reached as to what this technique actually consists of. For the snare drummer by george lawrence stone mt662. The definitive book on bop drumming a style that is both the turning point and the cornerstone of contemporary musics development.
Since you didnt detail anything specific, ill list a few things i used to actively do everyday when i was taking private lessons. Moeller is a respected opinion, in percussion literature, for snare drum development. Secret to moeller stroke revealed in slow motion drum. In the words of the author, it is the ideal book for improving.
Bluffers guide to the art of pipe band snare drumming. The art of bop drumming by john riley manhattan musicalfred since its release in 1994, this bookcd package has established itself as essential in learning modern jazz from a technical as well as a philosophical standpoint. How to apply the free stroke technique drums player world. Gus moeller is usually associated with the moeller method or moeller technique considered by some to be a misnomer, which advocates the use of ancient snare drumming techniques that can be used by drummers when playing a drum kit. There are also guys who play with a moving fulcrum, shifting it between the index and middle fingers depending on whats being played. The moeller book the art of snare drumming paperback january 1, 2016 by sanford moeller author 3. Snare drum method books, technique, study lone star. The method itself was first introduced to the world through a man called sanford moeller. The moeller method, moeller technique or whipping technique is a percussive stroke method that combines a variety of techniques with the goal of improving hand speed, power, and control while offering the flexibility to add accented notes at will it is named for drummer sanford a.
Sanford moellers book, the art of snare drumming, even discusses a pinky fulcrum. The new cover is magenta or purple with image of drum sticks over snare. It is believed that he described the method after observing drummers who had fought in the civil war in the 19th century. Moeller, as described in his book the art of snare drumming. Dec 30, 2017 tune in for todays video on the moeller method. While still a young man, moeller also learned the snare drum and studied with august helmicke. The art of snare drumming was published in 1925 6 years before the formalization of the 26 us rudiments of. He wrote about the technique in his famous drumming book, the art of snare drumming. Consider the method used by an experienced carpenter regarding how heshe drives a nail. Search for library items search for lists search for. This author purchased and studied moeller s book for the first time in 1956. The free stroke technique was first utilized by military drummers in the 19th century.
Drum book request the moeller book the art of snare. Shaun obviously has deep roots in rudimental playing. He adapted the strategy from sanford moeller, who wasas far as i knowthe first to use symbols to indicate up and down motions, in the moeller book. As explained in the moeller book, white symbols were used to indicate righthand strokes, and black symbols were used to indicate lefthand strokes. There are a great number of exercises to help improve yourself on the snare drum.
This very clever rudimental drumming enthusiast took the still photo shots from sanford moellers snare drumming method book the art of snare drumming 1929 and spliced them together so we can see, for a brief time, what he intended his motions to look like. Mikes comprehensive teaching methods have helped thousands of drummers around the world reach their goals, through his bestselling training packs including the drumming system, jazz drumming system, latin drumming system, moeller method secrets, and total rock drummer. These snare drum method books hold all the answers. The moeller book covers all aspects of snare drumming, including everything from basic strokes through more complex rudiments, providing almost 100 pages of material to maximize your ability at rudimental snare drumming.
I also closely watched the hand work of my favourite drummers. The variety of snare drum sheet music that is offered will attempt to cover all aspects of modern snare drumming. Its a great time to upgrade your home music studio gear with the largest selection at. Moeller, who described the technique after observing the way civil war drummers struck the drum in the late 1800s. He later taught the system to jim chapin who worked to.
Moeller book, the the art of snare drumming by sanford a. He was born in albany, new york, and began his music education by studying the piano. He outlined the system in his book the art of snare drumming, also called the moeller book. Moeller, as described in his book the art of snare drumming, also called the moeller book.
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