Alfred's Drum Method, Books 1 and 2, are the ideal teaching tools to help prepare beginning players for all styles of snare drum and percussion performance. Book 1 contains 80 pages of sequential instruction covering rudimental studies, roll studies, contest solos, and bass drum and cymbal technique. Book 1 also includes 23 solos suitable for recitals and contests. The DVD includes demonstrations of all the rudiments and accessory instruments, plus solo performances by the authors.