The Essence of Brazilian Percussion & Drum Set
By Ed Uribe
Item: 00-PB-0002044
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Description
A study of the language of Brazilian rhythms and song styles. Part I deals exclusively with Brazilian percussion instruments, with a description of each instrument and its rhythms, song styles, techniques, and applications. Part II addresses the drumset. Each rhythm is presented separately with background information, musical examples, and exercises.
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Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
144
SKU:
00-PB-0002044
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About the Composer: Ed Uribe
Ed Uribe is a percussionist and educator who has dedicated his career to documenting and teaching the rhythmic traditions of Latin music, particularly those rooted in Brazilian culture. His work bridges the gap between traditional hand percussion and modern drumset playing, making complex polyrhythmic concepts accessible to Western musicians learning to authentically interpret Latin styles.
Why we love this
Uribe's systematic approach to Brazilian percussion gives drummers and percussionists a genuine foundation in the language rather than just surface-level grooves. The dual focus on traditional instruments and drumset applications means your students understand *why* certain stickings and sounds matter before translating them to the kit.
What to expect
Dense with information and rich with possibility. The material feels scholarly without being academic, inviting deep study while remaining practical for players of intermediate ability and beyond. There is genuine musicality in every exercise, not mere technical drills.
Who it's for
Drumset students and percussion section leaders who need to move beyond generic Latin playing toward authentic Brazilian styles. This method serves teachers building a curriculum around world music or jazz ensembles requiring credible Brazilian vocabulary.
How to get the most out of it
- Listen to recordings of each traditional instrument before attempting its rhythmic patterns on the drumset. Your touch and tone should reflect the original source.
- Work through the exercises in isolation first, then layer them together. Brazilian polyrhythms reveal their elegance only when each line is secure independently.
- Pay attention to the background information provided for each style. The cultural context directly informs how you should interpret dynamics, swing, and phrasing.
How to use it
Assign sections sequentially throughout a semester or year, using Part I to strengthen the entire percussion section's understanding of Brazilian sound and Part II to develop individual drumset players. The exercises and background notes work equally well in private lessons and ensemble settings.
Skills your students will build
- Identifying and executing Brazilian percussion instruments and their characteristic rhythmic patterns
- Translating hand percussion techniques and articulations to drumset applications
- Reading and performing polyrhythmic figures common to Brazilian music
- Understanding the cultural and musical context of samba, bossa nova, and other Brazilian song styles
- Developing independence and coordination through layered rhythmic exercises
- Building authentic phrasing and swing in Latin contexts