Groove Perspectives is a workbook for drummers wanting to expand their vocabulary of grooves and time playing ideas in the Funk/Fusion style.  

 

The book contains exercises, warm-ups and ideas to help in the construction of a variety of interesting grooves as well as a large selection of patterns to add to your palette of time playing ideas. These include grooves based on Paradiddles, Linear Grooves, and Layered Grooves.

 

The accompanying CD contains 82 examples of various exercises, patterns, and grooves which appear throughout the book. The CD can be used to reference the dynamics and the overall style of the ideas presented in Groove Perspectives.

 

Excerpts from the book appeared in Modern Drummer Magazine in the form of 2 articles. Firstly in the September 2001 issue – “Linear Paradiddle Grooves” - and secondly in the January 2002 issue – Combined Paradiddle Grooves”.

 

Here’s what some people have had to say about Groove Perspectives.

 

"This is a fantastic book. Very useful and interesting funk patterns. I especially like hearing Darryn’s interpretation and groove on the CD. Very musical." – Chad Wackerman.

 

"I had the chance to see and now work out of Groove Perspectives. I am so impressed with the fresh playing ideas and the ease to work on each pattern. The CD of examples really guides the listener. I open up to any section and start playing...and the fun begins! Very practical grooves with easy application to many styles of music!" - Dom Famularo​

 

“…After mining the treasures in this book, you should become a better timekeeper, technician and all-around musician. Though geared for the fusion drummer, this book has practical applications for a variety of musical settings.” – Modern Drummer January 2005