Breeze-Easy Method for Drums, Book I: Drum Book

Kinyon and Anzalone designed this method for the realities of school music programs: limited rehearsal time, mixed ability levels, and the need to keep students engaged from the first lesson. The Breeze-Easy approach delivers musicianship fundamentals without sacrificing interest, making it an efficient choice for building confident snare drummers in group or private settings.

Straightforward and encouraging. The method balances practical stick work with genuine musical content, moving students from basic rolls and rudiments into recognizable melodies and rhythmic patterns that reinforce what they're learning.

Beginning snare drummers in school band programs, private studios, or group percussion classes. This method works for students starting their percussion journey or those needing a structured, proven approach to foundational technique and music reading.

• Establish proper grip early and check hand position frequently; the foundation matters more than speed.
• Use a practice pad for initial exercises to develop control and consistency before advancing to the full drum.
• Break longer exercises into smaller segments and master each section before combining them.
• Encourage students to tap along with recorded accompaniments if available, building steady pulse awareness.

Begin snare drummers here in fall semester to build technique and confidence in time for holiday concerts or winter performances. The 32-page format allows you to move through lessons at a pace that matches your band's rehearsal schedule while other sections work on their parts.

• Proper grip and hand position for snare drum
• Single and double strokes with control and consistency
• Basic snare drum rudiments and roll development
• Reading rhythmic notation and simple melodies
• Pulse and meter awareness in 2/4, 3/4, and 4/4 time
• Coordination between hands for foundational drumming patterns