Buddy Rich's Rudiments Around the Kit

World's Greatest." In 1939, Buddy Rich was billed as such and for many accomplished drummers, Buddy Rich still holds that title today.

In 1942, Buddy Rich collaborated with Henry Adler, publishing Buddy Rich's Modern Interpretation of Snare Drum Rudiments. It is known today as "the drummer's bible." In 2005, Ted MacKenzie revised the classic snare drum book and, with Henry Adler's blessing, revealed the method behind the book.

applies them to the drum set. There is no favoring of the downbeat in any of the rudiments, allowing the student to gain confidence and control while developing a natural vocabulary around the kit.

Combined with MacKenzie's The Ultimate Drummer's Workout DVD (a resistance method for developing speed, power and stamina while working through the "Buddy Rich Book"), this comprehensive program is the fastest, most efficient study ever put together for gaining proficiency and fluidity around the kit.

A third generation drummer, Ted MacKenzie studied with Henry Adler in the late 1960s. Over the past 30 years, he has taught the Rich-Adler method to hundreds of students. Ted is currently teaching and performing in the capital region of Albany, New York.