Why This Book Exists
A polyrhythm occurs when two or more rhythms from different meters are used simultaneously. On the drum kit, a cross rhythm takes this one step further by layering grooves from different meters simultaneously, using the same subdivision.
Creativity with Cross Rhythms sets out a group of exercises that trains your ear and hands to hear and play odd groupings in common grooves. They are designed to develop your four-way coordination, increase your rhythmic awareness and security, and strengthen your sense of time.
You'll learn how to play 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8-note groupings in shuffle, rock, and swing grooves.
What’s Inside
50+ exercises—warmups, groove exercises, and musical applications
36 drumless practice tracks at slow, medium, and fast tempos
Video demonstrations of all material at multiple angles
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About Anthony
Anthony Stanislavski is a Melbourne-based drummer, educator, and author with a deep passion for brush playing. At 18, he joined the Australian Army Band, embarking on a career that took him across Australia and overseas — performing at iconic venues including the Melbourne Cricket Ground and Tokyo's Budokan. He holds a Bachelor of Music Performance from the Victorian College of the Arts and has studied under Simon Barker, Graham Morgan, Peter Blick, Dave Beck, and Ronny Ferella.
He has led clinics in Australia and the USA, including PASIC 2022. He has students in 20+ countries. His books have been purchased in 50+ countries.
