I’m glad to share Strivers & Lost Souls, out now for Neele Records and available on all digital stores and streaming platforms. My new EP includes four tracks, entirely composed and produced by myself with an electronic sound and various influences from IDM to ambient. Check it out! Follow Francis V
Here’s the full drum sheet music (6 pages) for “Schism” by Tool, from the legendary album Lateralus (2001) with Danny Carey on drums. The transcription is now available for purchase in two different versions. 1) BASIC VERSION – Includes the drum transcription for “Schism” in one printable PDF. 2) EXTENDED VERSION – The drum transcription … More Tool – Schism (Drum Sheet Music)
Developing samba on drums entails different aspects, such as coordination, independence, and a deep understanding of its unique feel. Thank you to Adam Osmianski at That Drum Blog for sharing an interesting series of articles about Brazilian drumming. One of these posts includes an interesting Kiko Freitas idea, consisting of putting together the left-hand samba … More Developing the Kiko Freitas-style samba
Here’s the full drum sheet music (8 pages) for “Calling Elvis” by Dire Straits, from the album On Every Street (1991) with Jeff Porcaro and Manu Katché on drums. The transcription is available for purchase.
While I’ve been working on new stuff and the blog’s Facebook page, I’m glad to let you know I’m now on Pinterest. Follow my page to access a ton of sheet music, drum transcriptions, and exercises. Save my pins!
Here’s the full drum sheet music for “Zero” by The Smashing Pumpkins, from the album Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness (1995) with Jimmy Chamberlin on drums. The transcription is available for free and includes 3 pages plus a notation key. DOWNLOAD THE PDF
This time a classic: the drum transcription of the famous tune “Aja” by Steely Dan, from the album Aja (1977) with the legendary Steve Gadd on drums. The full drum transcription is available for purchase and includes 7 pages plus a notation key. The brilliant Steve Gadd’s playing is a mix of the drumming styles … More Steely Dan – Aja (Drum Sheet Music)
I’m glad to share my new music release as a producer: an electronic tune with different influences ranging from house to dance and funk. I want to thank Karen Lynch of “Leaf and Petal Design” for providing me with a great video animation. “Summer Memories” is available on all digital stores and streaming platforms, dive … More Francis V – Summer Memories (Out Now)
Franco Battiato is one of the most renowned Italian musicians, singer-songwriters, and composers who collaborated with many great musicians, such as David Rhodes, Lele Melotti, Simon Tong, Pino Daniele, Giorgio Gaber, and PFM, to name a few. His unique musical style incorporates various influences, from pop to classical, to rock and world music. One of … More Franco Battiato – La Cura (Drum Sheet Music)
Here’s the full drum sheet music for “Good Times Bad Times” by Led Zeppelin, from their 1969 debut album with John Bonham on drums. The drum transcription is now available for purchase and includes 4 pages plus a notation key.
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