Print version of Afrobeats for Drum Kit and Digital Audio Workstation.
A collection of play along drum kit patterns inspired by AFROBEATS, AFROPOP, AFROFUSION, AFROSWING, ALTÉ
Afrobeats - the genre of irresistibly groovy Nigerian dance music - has rapidly become a global phenomenon.
This book is a carefully-curated collection of more than 200 drum grooves inspired by the electro soundscape and infectious rhythms that define the sound of Afrobeats.
These beats are shared in two ways; traditional written drum notation, or via Instant Playback from the GrooveScribe web app by simply clicking a link (e-Book version) or scanning a QR code (paper version).
There are also over 70 music video links included to help you better appreciate the style and dance moves unique to Afrobeats.
Afrobeats - the genre of irresistibly groovy Nigerian dance music - has rapidly become a global phenomenon.
This book is a carefully-curated collection of more than 200 drum grooves inspired by the electro soundscape and infectious rhythms that define the sound of Afrobeats.
These beats are shared in two ways; traditional written drum notation, or via Instant Playback from the GrooveScribe web app by simply clicking a link (e-Book version) or scanning a QR code (paper version).
There are also over 70 music video links included to help you better appreciate the style and dance moves unique to Afrobeats. In this book, you’ll find:
A unique collection of drum rhythms at popular dance music tempos
Over 200 one and two-bar patterns with rhythmic counts and hand stickings
Instant playback links to GrooveScribe
Scannable QR codes and MP3 playback links
Free MIDI drum pattern download links
Over 70 music video links
Standard drum notation
Easy-to-read dotted grid with visual playback links
Featuring beats by
Amaarae
Burna Boy
Cruel Santino
Davido
Lady Donli
Nonsi Amadi
Odunsi (The Engine)
Omar Lay
Tems
Teni
Tiwa Savage
WizKid
& many more
"A great asset for producers as much as it is for drummers”
“A true representation of modern African contemporary drumming.”
"I’m looking forward to incorporating some of these patterns into my playing and of course my teaching. It’s opened my eyes to some wonderful rhythmic possibilities."
"Afrobeats has become a prominent influence in modern pop music, and this book nails the vocabulary needed in playing these genres. For anyone playing contemporary styles, Afrobeats will prove an indispensable resource!”
"It’s stunning! What an amazing volume of work and I love the QR codes and video links."
To hear/download the MP3s, 64 bar MIDIs and Interactive PDF downloads - http://www.drumgrooves.co.uk
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Book details:
Size: A4, measures 210 × 297 mm / 8.3 × 11.7 inches. Saddle stitched (two staples).
Covers: Full colour print, matt vrnish finish, 330gsm card.
Contents 72 pages, spot colour, 100gsm, bright white paper.
