Rock School Limited Rockschool Classics Drums - Grade 2
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Essential Information About This Method
Essential Information About This Method
- Iconic Rock and Pop Repertoire: 8 must-have tracks spanning five decades, specially arranged for drums.
- Targeted Rockschool Preparation: arrangements designed to train you effectively for the Grade 2 exam.
- Guided Progression: in-depth comments on each piece to develop key techniques (groove, coordination, dynamics, consistency).
- Included Training Tools: easily accessible downloadable audio files, sample tests, and exercises to consolidate your skills.
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Rock School Limited
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Summary of This Method
Designed for drummers who want to play rock and pop within a clear and motivating framework, Rockschool Classics Drums Grade 2 offers arrangements written to develop the skills expected at Grade 2. The goal is simple: to help you progress on well-known tracks while working on the essential fundamentals for a solid performance (timing, rhythmic precision, dynamic control, and tempo stability).
Throughout the pages, you will find a program built around 8 major tracks, each accompanied by notes and comments to understand the style's intention and better target technical points. The selection covers different colors of rock (riff, energy, pattern variations) and refines your playing in varied contexts, ideal for gaining confidence both in rehearsal and exam situations.
Tracks:
AC/DC - You Shook Me All Night Long
Razorlight - V.I.C.E.
Muse - Plug In Baby
Metallica - Enter Sandman
Black Sabbath - Iron Man
The Clash - Should I Stay Or Should I Go?
The Kinks - You Really Got Me
Queens Of The Stone Age - The Lost Art of Keeping a Secret
In addition to the drum scores, the method includes information sheets on the bands and artists (with listening recommendations), downloadable audio files to work on placement and feel, as well as sample tests and exercises to structure your practice sessions. An excellent resource to progress steadily, enrich your rock/pop culture, and prepare confidently for your Rockschool exam.
Technical specifications
| Publication | Methods | ||
| Artist | Various | Genre | Rock / Pop Drum Method |
| Instrumentation | Drums | Difficulty | Grade 2 |
| Collection | Rockschool Classics | ||
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Questions frequently asked
Which songs are included in Rockschool Classics Drums Grade 2?
The collection features 8 tracks, including "You Shook Me All Night Long" by AC/DC, "Plug In Baby" by Muse, "Enter Sandman" by Metallica, and "Iron Man" by Black Sabbath.
Is this Grade 2 drum method suitable for preparing a Rockschool exam?
The selection is designed around the skills expected at Grade 2 level. The sheet music works on rhythmic accuracy, dynamics, and tempo stability. Sample tests and exercises are provided to structure the preparation.
Are there audio tracks included with the method?
Downloadable audio files accompany the sheet music to work on rhythmic placement and the feel of the songs.
What styles of drumming are covered in this collection?
The sheet music explores rock and pop contexts through 8 tracks from The Clash, The Kinks, Razorlight, and Queens Of The Stone Age. The arrangements focus notably on riffs, rock energy, and pattern variations.
Does the book contain information about the artists?
Informative profiles dedicated to the bands and artists are included, along with listening recommendations associated with the tracks.
