ISBN 1495006727. 9x12 inches.
The Hal Leonard Steelpan Method is designed for anyone just learning to play the steelpan. This easy-to-use beginner's guide takes you through the basics of the instrument and its technique. The accompanying audio includes demonstration tracks for all the examples in the book. It covers: stance ? holding the mallets ? types of strokes ? tone production and volume control ? stickings ? rolls ? scales ? calypsos ? many songs and exercises ? basic music reading ? steelpan anatomy and maintenance ? steelpan history ? and more. The price of this book includes access to audio tracks online for download or streaming, using the unique code inside the book.