Principles of Swing Time

Announcing Daniel’s first instructional video, Principles of SwingTime, now updated in DVD format. This one-on-one lesson offers a behind the scenes look at Daniel’s influential “neo-swing” drumming style, and will help you focus on the following:

* Understanding the role of the drummer in swing-oriented situations.
* Learning how to drive the quarter note pulse.
* Clearly defining the role of each of the four limbs.
* Balancing your sound.
* Expanding your ride cymbal and hi hat techniques.
* Learning new snare drum applications.
* Swinging hard while staying relaxed!

This special edition DVD also features over 60 minutes of unreleased bonus footage including:

* A unique “Drummer’s Eye View” of five songs from a live RCR gig.
* Optional commentary track by Daniel.
* A live performance of “Zip Gun Bop” from RCR’s 2005 European Tour.
* Daniel’s promotional EPK.

Available in NTSC (USA, Japan) or PAL (Europe, Australia) format for the same low price of $19.95.

Each video is accompanied by written exercises

Total Running Time: 110 minutes

Video Description:

Have you ever auditioned for a band and thought everything was going great . . . until they asked you to play a shuffle? Have you been inspired by the tom tom thunder of Gene Krupa, the ride cymbal work of Tony Williams, or the solid pulse of Art Blakey, but struggled in your own efforts to achieve their balance and fluidity? Have you ever felt that no matter how many hours you spend working through exercises in instructional books, your time feel still ain't . . . well, swingin'?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, don't feel too bad. You're probably among the majority of today's drummers. Whether you play jazz, big band, blues, country, ska, or good old fashioned rock'n'roll (basically, just about any style out there), you will sooner or later be confronted by the following challenge: Can you really SWING a band?

If the mere THOUGHT of having to navigate "Green Onions," "Moondance" or "Take the 'A' Train" on the bandstand gives you heartburn, then this video is a must! Truth be told, the ability to swing has little to do with chops or fancy technique. Rather, it involves understanding a few basic concepts about motion and balance, then remaining conscious of these when you get behind the kit. Now you can learn these "Principles of Swingtime" from Daniel Glass, one of the top swingers in the business!

Downloadable Video Samples: Using Real Player Format

1. DG Solo Segment

2. Ride Cymbal Pattern
3. Hi Hat
4. Bass Drum
5. Snare Drum
6. Full Pattern