“Easily the most comprehensive, structured, and common-sense method available. It overcomes the inherent challenges of notating brush strokes by including videos from multiple angles of everything from the most basic strokes through full musical performances in a variety of styles. I can’t recommend it enough.”
What’s Inside
Techniques
Lateral choreography to build foundations for any pattern. Phrase development including jazz melody interpretation, rudimental applications, and sticking cell patterns. Single & double stroke roll, single stroke 4, paradiddle and numbered stroke roll applications. 6-note stickings and foot applications.
Styles
Swing
Shuffle
Jazz waltz
Up tempo
Ballad
Bossa nova
Salsa
Funk
What’s Included
8 original compositions with lead sheets and fully notated interpretations
15 play-along practice tracks in various styles and tempos
Drum-less backing tracks for all exercises and songs
Video performances of all material at multiple angles — accessed via download link inside the book
Video Content
All material is complemented with multiple-angle video demonstrations.
Audio Samples
Use these tracks to practise along with the book.
Who This Is For
You know what brushes should sound like. You’ve heard it on recordings. The problem isn’t desire—it’s that no one’s ever given you a clear, logical method to get there.
This book is for intermediate to advanced drummers who are done saving brushes for last.
What You’ll Be Able to Do
Play brushes the way you play sticks — with freedom and intention
Recreate the sounds you hear in recordings
Walk into any gig with brushes and know exactly what to do
“This is by far the most comprehensive and easy to use brush book I’ve ever worked through. Brushes are a tricky and different beast. This book breaks down the basics and then builds upon the motions in a clear and enjoyable way. If you’re looking to get better at brushes, GET THIS BOOK!”
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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.
