Cover of the book 'Inner Drumming' by George Marsh, featuring a graphic of a drum with symbols inside it, against a colorful background. The cover also mentions that it includes a DVD.

Inner Drumming: Drumset Exercises for Developing Body/Mind Awareness

By George Marsh

Unlock the Missing Link Between Your Body and Your Drumming

“George, in one lesson, opened up a flow I never knew existed up to that point. His concepts allowed me to connect with myself and to music at a deeper level. I am forever grateful for his inspiration.” — Matt Wilson

All drummers need to practice their rudiments and various genre-based techniques, but there is another crucial aspect of music that's not covered by those efforts. George Marsh's landmark book, Inner Drumming helps you develop that missing ingredient: internal awareness of your body as you are playing. 

You’ll Learn To:

  • Develop a greater sense of mastery of your body and the drumset at the same time by learning to feel the energy flowing through all four of your limbs as you play.

  • Increase relaxation and remove energy blockages to your personal musical expression by learning the process of “scanning” your four limbs as you play.

  • Inspired by Tai Chi, yoga, and meditation, Inner Drumming guides you in the process of listening with your arms and legs. This allows both your body and your mind to be involved in the act of making music. You won't regret having discovered this unique approach to musical drumming!

A beautifully-produced DVD is included, which clearly shows you how to practice each set of exercises in Inner Drumming.

Spiral-bound, 174 pages.

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Endorsements:

“This is a very deep study of movement — paths of energy from one limb to the other and how to make that work for you. I'm a huge fan of his work and approach.”
— David Garibaldi

“It was a door opener for me.”
— Joey Baron

“George has been an important early influence on my growth as a semi-classical & jazz improviser. He continues to show me the path in his book Inner Drumming. To me, the Zen of this book is as important as the deep sense of coordination possibilities it reveals.” 
— Terry Bozzio
Format: Print
$32.00
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Primary Instrument: Drums
Primary Instrument: Drums

“George is one of the most organic and natural musicians I've ever had the pleasure to know and make music with. His book is a natural and free way of preparing yourself to be in the moment.”
— John Abercrombie

“You will begin to experience a new freedom — you are learning to ‘dance on the drums.’”
— Jim Chapin

“Thank you, George Marsh, for this deep and amazing book! You've been a huge influence and I hope to introduce your method to students at Berklee. I enjoyed practicing this book in the 1980's, and I'm looking forward to checking out the audio and video supplements. Thanks to Chuck Sher for publishing this book!”
— Mark Walker

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