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Get Locked: Drumset Book & CD

By Greg Hyatt and Stan Mitchell

Item: 00-22643
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There are plenty of books available for drummers and bassists separately, but few cater to the needs of these players as a unit. This progressive, step-by-step guide was created specifically with intermediate through advanced players in mind. The concepts covered, from basic time signatures and part construction to creating sonic textures and building a groove, give your rhythm section all the tools need to become a solid, rhythmic unit.

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Additional Details
Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 96
ISBN10: 0-7390-3410-3
ISBN13: 978-0-7390-3410-1
UPC: 038081226712
SKU: 00-22643

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Why we love this

Most rhythm section resources treat drums and bass as separate instruments with separate agendas. This book refuses that division, building exercises that force drummer and bassist into real conversation from the first page. The progression from foundational time signatures through groove architecture means your section doesn't just play together, they learn to think together.

What to expect

Working through these exercises builds a tangible sense of interdependence. The player who listens more carefully wins, and the materials push both musicians toward active listening rather than passive execution. By the end, a solid groove feels inevitable rather than accidental.

Who it's for

Bass guitarists and drummers at the intermediate to advanced level who want to stop functioning as separate players and start operating as a unified rhythm section. This is essential for anyone serious about locking in tight grooves and understanding how part construction shapes the overall sound of a band.

How to get the most out of it

  • Start with the basic time signatures section as a unit before moving to more complex part construction. Both players need to hear how their roles shift within the same harmonic space.
  • Use the included CD to check your internal timing against the recorded examples. The playback reveals immediately where the bass and drums are working in sync versus working against each other.
  • Work through the groove-building sections slowly, focusing on how the bass responds to drum articulation choices rather than rushing to tempo.
  • Record yourselves working through the sonic texture exercises, then listen back with fresh ears the next day. You'll hear imbalances and opportunities that disappear in real time.

How to use it

Use this as a small-ensemble supplement for your rhythm section players, dedicating 10-15 minutes of rehearsal time twice weekly to one section at a time. The step-by-step architecture means progress compounds quickly, and you'll notice tighter overall ensemble playing within a few weeks of consistent work.

Skills your students will build

  • Locking bass and drums to a single internal pulse
  • Recognizing how drum articulation and bass placement create groove texture
  • Constructing bass and drum parts that respond to each other rather than running parallel
  • Reading and executing time signatures as a coordinated unit
  • Building and controlling dynamic sonic textures from rhythm section voices
  • Translating written concepts into improvised groove variations

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