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TigerBill's DrumBeat News:

More Free Lessons Issue

August, 2008: Volume 7 Number 8

What DrumHeads Are Saying...

(Note: Above quote used with permission.)

Tiger Talk

I don't know about you but my summer just flew by! And if you, like Dave from the email above, have been unable to find my double bass drum book online, that's because it's currently being reprinted. It will be available again shortly. (And thanks, Dave, for the kind words. I'm happy my book was of help in developing your double bass chops!)

Sorry to be so brief this month but I've gotta go. Two of my kids are going off to college and Yikes! - tuition fees are really getting crazy! I guess I'd better finish up some more of my projects... and fast!

Have a great summer... what's left of it.

Have fun and stay loose!

TigerBill

Congrats to TigerBill's DrumBeat Contest Winners!

And THANK YOU to the following sponsors for donating the prizes:

Alfred Publishing (Drummer's Guide to Fills Book & CD by Pete Sweeney and Drum Workshop DVD Alex Acuna - The Rhythm Collector.)

Hudson Music (Indian Rhythms for the Drumset Book and CD by Pete Lockett and Antonio Sanchez DVD.)

Congratulations to our winners:

Elyse W. - Dallas, TX
USA

Brad S. - Hanover Park, IL
USA

Carl A. - Oak Ridge, NJ
USA

Joe T. - Grand Junction, CO
USA

Daniel C. - Ddothan, AL
USA

Brad L. - Hamburg, NY
USA

Barbara L. - Levittown, NY
USA

Maria K. - Mason City, IA
USA

Mary C. - New Tazewell, TN
USA

Kathy C. - Pierce City, MO
USA

Roy H. - Covington, KY
USA

Odis J. - Amarillo, TX
USA

Claudette F. - East Hartford, CT
USA

Joe I. - Downingtown, PA
USA

Jeff F. - Mundelein, IL
USA

Michael B. - Duncan, BC
Canada

Sheri M. - Grand Blanc, MI
USA

Carissa S. - Red Lion, PA
USA

Chris E. - Wichita, KS
USA

Howie W. - North Middletown, NJ
USA

Irene D. - York, PA
USA

Richard H. - Jacksonville, FL
USA

Richard N. - Buckeye, AZ
USA

Dawn V. - Glen Allen, VA
USA

Florence J. - Medford, NJ
USA

Nancy C. - Mission, BC
Canada

Play TigerBill's August Contests for Your Chance to Win These Cool, Valuable Prizes:

Here's Your Chance to Win a Free copy of the New DVD Modern Drummer Festival 1998, from Alfred Publishing
If you live in the USA or Canada, you can play!

Here's Your Chance to Win a Free copy of the New Book & CD Double Pedal Metal by Steve Kilgallon, from Hudson Music
If you live in the USA or Canada, you can play!

Featured Solo Spots

Developing the Weak Hand - Video Lesson - PART 3!
Tiger Bill continues his new video lessons with exclusive exercises to develop your weak hand! Only on the DRUM! Magazine Website!

Developing the Weak Hand - Video Lesson - PART 4!
You can do it! Practice DOES make perfect but only the correct type of practice makes perfect. The Tiger's continuing series shows you exactly how you can develop your weak hand to be the equal of your strong side! These video lessons are available exclusively on the DRUM! Magazine Website!

Tension Free Drumming is Catching On All Over the World!
Playing drums under constant tension not only makes you work way too hard, it is the prime cause of motion related injuries such as carpal tunnel and tendonitis. If you want to keep your drumming health for years to come, now is the time to check out TigerBill's Concepts of Tension Free Drumming. Click the above link and go to the site where you'll find out what drummers from around the world are saying! It's the complete drumming system that takes the best traditional techniques available and makes them even better!

Modern Drummer Festival Weekend 2008
Don't miss this year's event featuring Simon Phillips, Ndugo Chancler, Will Calhoun, Billy Ward, Thomas Pridgen, Bill Stewart, Gavin Harrison, Todd Sucherman, Dafnis Prieto, and Derek Roddy. Check it out!

The Latest Bottom Line Reviews

Check Out TigerBill's Review of the Drum Workshop DVD Alex Acuna - The Rhythm Collector, from Alfred Publishing
Click the above link to access the review.

Check Out TigerBill's Review of the Book & CD Double Pedal Metal, from Hudson Music
Click the above link to access the review.

Join In The Tiger Talk at DrumHead Central

We've got the Hottest Topics on the Web in our fun and educational Forums. Join our free forum community today and talk 24/7!
DrumHead Central Forum

What Inspired You to Become a Drummer?
What made you want to play the drums?

Top 5 Tracks That You Wished You Played On?
Which 5 tracks do YOU wish you cut?

NEW! About YOU Forum
Our newest Forum is just for you! Introduce yourself, post photos of yourself and your band, your drum gear, your audio and video clips, etc. It's all about you!
About You Forum

Dave Becher
Say Hey to Dave and check him out! And why not join us and let us know what you've been up to. Over the years YOU have made my Forum one of the greatest on the Web and this is my (small) way of paying you back. Let everyone see and hear what you've been doing - CDs, videos, Oprah? Whatever! You need not be famous to post!

Mallet Percussion Forum
If you're into Mallet Percussion, whether you're a beginner or pro, check out our forum featuring Mallet Percussion Expert James Walker. Go ahead, ask him anything. When it comes to mallets, James has the answers.
Mallet Percussion Forum

Mallets for Salsa Mexicana?
What would YOU recommend for his piece?

Member Gear Review Forum
If you have any gear you truly love or really hate, let us know about it. Review it for your fellow DrumHeads.
Member Review Forum

15-Inch (1970s?) Hi-Hats!
Check out the latest entry in James Walker's odd-sized brigade!

Joke Forum
A laugh a day keeps the doctor away! Check out our Joke Forum and stay healthy.
Joke Forum

The Government Man
Another G-rated funny one from our resident jokemeister Foursticks! Fee free to post one of your own!

Whatever...
This is the forum where you can talk about anything you want to... EXCEPT Drums & Jokes!
Whatever... Forum

Who Plays Rock Band - The Game?
Have you played it yet? If so, what do you think of it?

Sponsors of this Issue

Please show your support for me and my sponsors by clicking on the following links. And anytime you're in the market for a product that we offer, I would greatly appreciate it if you would purchase it from one of us. If it were not for the kind generosity of the companies below, TigerBill's DrumBeat would not be what it is today - and you wouldn't have the chance to win all of that cool, free drum stuff. Thank you for your support! Note: Sponsors listed in alphabetic order.

Advertise at TigerBill's DrumBeat
All it takes is a quality product, at a reasonable price, targeted to the right audience. If you've got a quality drum or percussion product, see what exposure to a quality audience can do for you. Sponsor TigerBill's DrumBeat News and/or Web site. Contact us today and we'll make you an offer that's too good to refuse!

Alfred Publishing
Alfred Publishing has a comprehensive collection of educational books and Videos plus they now own the entire line of Warner Brothers Publications as well! They cover all styles of drumming and all levels of expertise, from beginner through professional. Learn from the greatest artists in the world, courtesy of Alfred Publishing.

Axis Percussion
Tiger Bill currently endorses and uses Axis Double-A Longboards exclusively. As a matter of fact, he used them to become the 2nd person in the world to play more than 1,000 single strokes stroke in 60 seconds with a score of 1,011. And, while he can't guarantee you'll be able to do the same, Tiger Bill believes that you won't find a better made, higher quality drum pedal anywhere in the world, at any price. Check them out!

Drum! Magazine
Beginners and pros alike need to stay in touch with what's happening in the world of drumming and Drum! Magazine contains just the right mix of exercises, tips, product reviews, and news on your favorite drummers to keep you informed and entertained. And don't miss Traps, their new magazine that concentrates on jazz and classic drumming. Check them out Online too along with TigerBill's Monthly Free Video Speed Drum Lessons, exclusively at drummagazine.com!

HansenFutz
Check out these cool practice pedals that do triple duty as accessory pedals and trigger pedals for your drum kit. Used and endorsed by Tiger Bill. And don't buy yours until you check the low prices at TigerBill's Drum Shop.

Hudson Music
Hudson Music offers a growing catalog of entertaining and educational videotapes and DVDs for the aspiring drummer/percussionist and for pros alike.

Kelly SHU™
The Kelly SHU™ is an ingenious bass drum microphone shock mount system that holds practically any of your favorite mics in place on your bass drum without the need for floor stands that transmit unwanted sound vibrations and get in the way. Go to their site and check them out and please welcome them on-board TigerBill's DrumBeat!

Modern Drummer Magazine
From its humble beginnings in the basement of Ron and Isabel Spagnardi's home, Modern Drummer has become known as the "Bible of Drumming" over the past 30 plus years. Devoted solely to the art of drumming and percussion, each month MD interviews legendary and up and coming drummers, includes articles on technique, CD/DVD/book and equipment reviews.

Pintech
Pintech makes the best electronic drums Tiger Bill has ever played. Their triggers are accurate enough to capture his top speed, whether playing with hands or feet, and their drums are durably built from solid cast steel.

Pro-Mark
TigerBill, who has played Pro-Mark sticks for most of his career, is an official endorser of Pro-Mark. Check the Tiger Online Drum Shop for Tiger Bill's own signature stick, which is specially balanced to take maximum advantage of his exclusive Tension Free Drumming Concepts.

SABIAN
Tiger Bill has been a SABIAN player for many years and is an official endorser. Not only do they make outstanding products, but they are an educationally-minded company, which makes them a perfect partner for TigerBill's DrumBeat. Please support SABIAN when you're in the market for quality cymbals and accessories.

Taye Drums
The Tiger recently got on board as a Taye because their drums provide him with the high quality sound he wants, their hardware is solid and dependable, their prices are reasonable, and they are an educationally oriented company. When you're looking for acoustic drums, check them out.

TigerMix.com, Inc.
This is Tiger Bill's company. His online Drum Shop offers the lowest discount prices anywhere and he accepts all major credit cards and PayPal payments. Checks and Money Orders are also acceptable via Snail-Mail.

Stay Tuned: Coming Soon

• TigerBill's DrumBeat Festival 2007 Web Version Online Download
• New and Improved Famous Drummers Section
• Volume Two of TigerBill's Concepts of Tension Free Drumming
• TigerBill's New Book of developmental exercises - Total Hand Control!

Bill

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