Roland RMP-5 Rhythm Coach
Here is a new video from Roland with informations on the new RMP-5 along with interviews with greats like Peter Erskine and others. Just click on the Video button and select the videos you want to watch. Enjoy...

Here are some great links to explore. Enjoy...

Be sure to check out Roland's new "V-Drum lessons" area of their web site. See greats like Johnny Rabb and Mike Snyder show why The V-Drums are a great way to practice 24/7.

http://www.drum-videos.com/ the largest collection of free drum videos online.

http://www.drumchannel.com/ A super cool high tech web site featering interviews with today's hottest talent. Watch videos with multi-camera setups, you pick the angle to watch.

Hudson Digital http://www.hudsonmusic.com/digital/ , a subsidiary of Hudson Music, was created to bring instant delivery of the highest-quality instructional video to drummers and other musicians. Featuring video, audio, eBook, play-along, instructional and performance media, Hudson Digital builds upon the reputation that Hudson Music carved out as innovators in the instructional video market. No matter if you are looking for education, inspiration - if you are a drum pro or are looking to learn to play the drums - we have you covered.

Drum Workshop (DW) has a great online section to educate you no matter what kit your play.
http://www.dwdrums.com/eddept/index.htm

Ludwig Drums Another manufactures web site providing you with videos and link to improve your skills.
http://www.ludwig-drums.com/education/

Vic Firth Education Resource Center As part of their continuing commitment to furthering percussion education, Vic Firth Company has assembled articles and advice from some of today's leading percussion educators. Much of the content you will find there is exclusive to vicfirth.com, written by members of their Education Team. http://www.vicfirth.com/education/index.html

http://www.drummerworld.com THE web site for drummers. Player profiles, pictures, performance videos, and much, much more.

http://www.drummercafe.com/ Maintained by Bart Elliot. Learn everything from cymbal care to New Orleans shuffles. Very Fun!

http://billyward.com/ DW artist Billy Ward hosts a fantastic forum in his piece of cyberspace. Join in today!

http://www.edrumming.com/ If you dig triggers, modules, and drums this is the place to be. Excellent forum.

http://www.vicfirth.com/ Only Vic Firth could host a web site this full of lessons, pod casts, and interviews.

http://www.mikedolbear.com/ Mike's site is a great place to hang. Highly in depth reviews on many drum products.

http://www.tweakheadz.com/ If you are getting into digital recording this is the place to start. "The Guide" will give you the scoop on everything from MIDI to Mastering.

http://www.petelockett.com Pete is an amazing percussionist. The wealth of information on his site is astounding.

http://www.tapeop.com/ The #1 magazine for the home recordist. Real people recording amazing albums.

http://www.gearslutz.com/board/ ALL TECHNICAL QUESTIONS SHOULD BE DIRECTED HERE!!

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Hawaii Music Teachers (Drums)

You've been asking about drum teachers and music studios so here you go. We don't endorse any of the following so please ask questions and be sure to call at lease a few teachers to make sure you are learning from the right person.

Music Institute of Hawaii
located at Newtown Square, 98-1247 Kaahumanu St., #318. Aiea, HI 96701. Uses the Yamaha DTXplorer to teach with.

Chuck James Music Studio
Chuck James Music studio offers private lessons for piano, keyboard, guitar, voice, drums, bass guitar, flute, saxophone, (other band instruments also available). We also teach a group ensemble workshop. 808-678-3763

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