Books

An Introduction to Malaysian Music presents a brief yet comprehensive introduction to all types of music found and practised in Malaysia. The content of this book was originally organized for publication on the Internet as a World Wide Web site, and may be found online at the Musical Malaysia website. This second edition contains updates based on feedback received from readers of the Internet website, which has been online since 1997, originally located at a different host site from its present one, and is currently available as an e-book in both Microsoft Reader and Acrobat Reader formats (you get both for the price of only US$3). Both reader softwares are available as free downloads from their respective sites (please click on the links in this paragraph).

Drummers are always looking to learn new rhythms, new beats (or at least they should be doing so if they don’t want their drumming to get “stuck in a rut”). A Handbook of Basic Rock Rhythms presents a systematic and logical approach to the learning of new rhythms according to their stylistic groupings. It is practical oriented, presenting the aspiring drummer with many different combinations and patterns corresponding to basic rock rhythms. You will certainly hear your playing improve if you systematically work your way through this book. The book is available through mail order for only US$5 (including worldwide postage and packing by regular air mail).