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The Shuffle Book - Volume 1: The Language, Lineage, and Art of Shuffle Drumming by drummer and author Tim Carman is a comprehensive drum instruction book for drummers, teachers, educators, and performers exploring one of the most influential rhythmic traditions in American music. From New Orleans to the shuffle styles of Chicago, Texas, Mississippi, and Memphis, it examines the history, feel, phrasing, and musical language behind blues, jazz, rhythm & blues, rock, gospel, rockabilly, jump blues, and country drumming. Rather than focusing only on sticking patterns, it emphasizes the nuances that create authentic groove and expressive timekeeping.
This percussion instructional book includes written exercises, musical examples, historically informed transcriptions inspired by Fred Below, Odie Payne Jr., Earl Palmer, and Al Jackson Jr., plus access to 40 online video demonstrations. These examples allow drummers to see and hear each groove in performance. Exercises move from foundational triplet-based concepts through stylistic variations, fills, orchestrations, and characteristic shuffle interpretations while maintaining close connections to the traditions that shaped modern drumming.
Grooves and Styles
Chicago Blues Shuffle * Texas Rub Shuffle * Flat Tire Shuffle * Swing Shuffle * Slow Blues Shuffle * Gospel Shuffle * Rockabilly Groove * Jump Blues Shuffle * Ray Price Beat * Country Shuffle Variations
Whether used during private practice, music lessons, rehearsals, studio preparation, or live performance, The Shuffle Book - Volume 1 offers an in-depth exploration of one of drumming's defining rhythmic languages. Its combination of historical insight, written instruction, transcriptions, and online video makes it a meaningful addition to a drummer's music library and a thoughtful gift for anyone interested in the evolution of American groove.
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Condition: new. (Percussion). The Shuffle Book: Volume 1, by Tim Carman, is a deep dive into the feel that defines American music. From the roots of New Orleans to the driving grooves of Chicago, Texas, Mississippi, and Memphis, this book explores the full lineage of shuffle drumming across blues, jazz, rhythm & blues, and rock. Inside, you'll study and play a wide range of essential styles and feels, including Chicago blues shuffles, Texas "rub" shuffles, flat tire shuffles, swing shuffles, slow blues, gospel shuffles, rockabilly grooves, jump blues, and country shuffle variations like the Ray Price beat. Each style is presented with historical context and brought to life through detailed transcriptions inspired by legendary drummers such as Fred Below, Odie Payne Jr., Earl Palmer, and Al Jackson Jr. With 40 accompanying video examples, you'll not only see and hear how these grooves are played you'll learn how to internalize the feel, phrasing, and nuance that separate authentic shuffle playing from simply "playing the pattern." Carefully designed exercises guide you through everything from foundational triplet-based concepts to advanced fills, orchestrations, and stylistic variations. Whether you're refining your time, expanding your vocabulary, or developing a deeper understanding of groove, The Shuffle Book: Volume 1 gives you the tools to play with confidence, authenticity, and feel making it an essential resource for drummers at any level. Miscellaneous Percussion Music - Mixed Levels Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9798350178593
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Condition: new. (Percussion). The Shuffle Book: Volume 1, by Tim Carman, is a deep dive into the feel that defines American music. From the roots of New Orleans to the driving grooves of Chicago, Texas, Mississippi, and Memphis, this book explores the full lineage of shuffle drumming across blues, jazz, rhythm & blues, and rock. Inside, you'll study and play a wide range of essential styles and feels, including Chicago blues shuffles, Texas "rub" shuffles, flat tire shuffles, swing shuffles, slow blues, gospel shuffles, rockabilly grooves, jump blues, and country shuffle variations like the Ray Price beat. Each style is presented with historical context and brought to life through detailed transcriptions inspired by legendary drummers such as Fred Below, Odie Payne Jr., Earl Palmer, and Al Jackson Jr. With 40 accompanying video examples, you'll not only see and hear how these grooves are played you'll learn how to internalize the feel, phrasing, and nuance that separate authentic shuffle playing from simply "playing the pattern." Carefully designed exercises guide you through everything from foundational triplet-based concepts to advanced fills, orchestrations, and stylistic variations. Whether you're refining your time, expanding your vocabulary, or developing a deeper understanding of groove, The Shuffle Book: Volume 1 gives you the tools to play with confidence, authenticity, and feel making it an essential resource for drummers at any level. Miscellaneous Percussion Music - Mixed Levels Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9798350178593
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Condition: new. (Percussion). The Shuffle Book: Volume 1, by Tim Carman, is a deep dive into the feel that defines American music. From the roots of New Orleans to the driving grooves of Chicago, Texas, Mississippi, and Memphis, this book explores the full lineage of shuffle drumming across blues, jazz, rhythm & blues, and rock. Inside, you'll study and play a wide range of essential styles and feels, including Chicago blues shuffles, Texas "rub" shuffles, flat tire shuffles, swing shuffles, slow blues, gospel shuffles, rockabilly grooves, jump blues, and country shuffle variations like the Ray Price beat. Each style is presented with historical context and brought to life through detailed transcriptions inspired by legendary drummers such as Fred Below, Odie Payne Jr., Earl Palmer, and Al Jackson Jr. With 40 accompanying video examples, you'll not only see and hear how these grooves are played you'll learn how to internalize the feel, phrasing, and nuance that separate authentic shuffle playing from simply "playing the pattern." Carefully designed exercises guide you through everything from foundational triplet-based concepts to advanced fills, orchestrations, and stylistic variations. Whether you're refining your time, expanding your vocabulary, or developing a deeper understanding of groove, The Shuffle Book: Volume 1 gives you the tools to play with confidence, authenticity, and feel making it an essential resource for drummers at any level. Miscellaneous Percussion Music - Mixed Levels Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9798350178593
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