Pat Petrillo Hands, Grooves, & Fills Book

As a fan of Pat Petrillo, I was looking forward to this DVD. Unfortunately, it left me extremely disappointed. While chock full of useful information, it is not presented in a particularly approachable manner.First, it is difficult to hear the lesson as Pat uses a practice pad instead of a snare drum to teach. The practice pad is extremely quiet, so it is difficult to listen for the intricacies of the rhythms. Ghost notes and accented notes sound the same on a practice pad. Turning up the volume does not remedy this.However, not only is it difficult to hear the rhythms due to the practice pad, but it is also difficult to see them because Pat begins them at a normal, intermediate pace instead of an slowed-down beginners pace. Assuming that people purchasing this DVD don't already know the material within, it would make sense (to me, at least) to first show each lesson very, very slowly. Unfortunately, Pat begins at a normal pace and speeds up from there.So, I am disappointed with this DVD. While chock full of useful information, it lacks in approachability.

I found this book and d.v.d a great help. Has imporved my grooves and drum fills Tab system was a little hard to understand but once you figure it out it's easy and you don't know why it was hard. The play a long tracks are a great tool with this book. I recommend this book and d.v.d. His d.v.d's talks about clinics I would love to see him out in New Zealand for a clinic. Reccommed this package if you are into imporving your drumming. Great for beginners and advanced players.

If you are contemplating buying this set, BUY IT! It is by far the most helpful instructional material that I have used. Very practical and to the point, just like the title. If you need improvement in only one of the three areas, this book is worth it. I have also realized that the more you master the stuff in this book, it opens up your creativity for your own new ideas. I can't wait for the next Pat Petrillo project to be released.

This is a great dvd. Pat is an awesome drummer, and a great teacher as well. This dvd have all the tools needed for the modern drummer. Great warmup exercises and grooves, he teaches you how to hold your sticks and most of all killer fills!! This dvd is for all skill levels from the beginner to the "advance" drummers. Add this to your collection!!!

Great instructional DVD for the beginning to intermediate drummer who wants to sharpen his skills and pick up some new grooves and fills. I've played off and on for many years and knew enough to just get by...I was in a rut. This DVD showed me a way to break old habits and re-think what I was doing. I really like Pat's style and approach. I would highly recommend this video.

Great book for the beginner to advanced student. Lots of material covered in this book and to go through it all will take some serious time and commitment. Tab Rudiment system is awesome, grooves are killer, and the fill variations are inspiring. Overall, this will definitely take you to the next level if you put in the time and effort required

I thought it was for hand drummers! It has some things for hand drummers but it is primarily for drum set players.

This is a good drum tech book for beginner to advanced drummer,this set is great,I have learnt the sticking and method from this book, and check how to play and sound on the DVD.Great job,pat. And your great method inspire me a lot.thanks.If anyone wants to begin your drummer life,take this set with you.

I liked the Tab system but the quality of the sound on the cd is weak. So Mike may want to make available a download on his website.