Hal Leonard George Kollias: Intense Metal Drumming II (2-DVD)
Price 18.73 - 29.99 USD
Produced independently by Kollias, this brand-new 2 disc set comes 4 years after George"s first instructional DVD release. Since then, Kollias has become known as an international authority on extreme metal drumming, and this DVD is a must-have for anyone interested in this topic. Providing multiple workouts and specific concepts, Intense Metal Drumming II is a highly educational product that goes beyond "licks" and gives you a meaningful program that can help you in pushing your abilities to the next level. Topics covered include blast beat concepts and workouts, extreme fill-ins, developing speed around the kit, and odd time concepts. George also covers reading concepts, practicing systems, general tips, and warm-ups, which take this DVD beyond just "metal" and make it useful and helpful for drummers of all styles. Another highlight of the DVD is a complete section on double bass speed, control, balance, and expanded vocabulary. Bonus features include a PDF containing all the exercises on the DVD, a documentary from George"s 2010-2011 clinic tour, backstage footage, an equipment tour, and extensive interview with George.