“Danny Raymond's drum corps heritage (his dad played with and taught several Northeastern corps) is evident in this entertaining and educational DVD. Here the two-time DCA snare drum champ (backsticks.com) plays and explains nine two- to three-minute solos ranging from easy to competition level. Also included are exercises that benefit from overhead and side camera angles, as well as tips on topics from backsticking to tosses to the "disappearing brush" trick. Also cool: the rudimental brush solo "Clean Sweep," and the ability to print out the music by loading the disc into your computer.”

“I found a new batch of tricks on Danny's DVD. What a great disc!”

“This DVD by Danny is so obviously a labour of love and passion for his instrument. Great solos, clear explanations, and beautifully written parts played by a wonderful player. Having spent some time in the company of Danny Raymond both socially and at a clinic here in the UK, I would expect nothing else from him. "PERFECTION." My drum corps students are loving working through this material both from the beginner to the more advanced. Fantastic! Thank you, Danny!”

“The way all instruction books should be written. The logical presentation of the Solo Description, Exercise Sheet and Solo, together with the wonderfully performed DVD makes this book an exceptional learning tool. It’s a winner!”

“Let it Rip by Danny Raymond is an amazing, much needed snare drum solo/exercise book that will benefit students, enthusiasts, and professionals with their snare drum skills. The studies and techniques can be applied to ALL areas of percussion. Whether you are in a symphony orchestra, jazz band, drum and bugle corps, or a rock band, this book is for you.”

“Danny Raymond has created an amazing DVD that will keep any percussionist, whether student or professional, well occupied in the art of rudimental drumming. His solo performances are absolutely incredible and will be a benchmark in music education for many years.”

“Danny not only has the information, he has the chops to back it up and demonstrate all the concepts on the DVD. This product is a must for anyone looking to expand their musical and compositional horizons concerning the snare drum. Bravo, Danny!”

“I'm really diggin' this DVD package! If you're looking for something that will bridge some gaps between the art of rudimental drumming and musicianship, between old and new school drumming, well, this is it! Complete with playing levels for beginners AND advanced players. The DVD offers special features with exercises and printable PDF files, tips and tricks, 9 solos ranging from beginning to advanced, as well as commentary for each piece if needed. What else could you ask for!?? This is a must for all percussion libraries from elementary to college levels. INDULGE YOURSELVES!!”

“This DVD includes performances of nine snare drum solos ranging from rather simple to extremely difficult. The less difficult solos incorporate various teaching or developmental concepts, including marching single strokes, dynamics, doubles (strokes and diddles), different playing spots, etc. Both matched and traditional grips are used. A variety of drums are used, including an old-style rope-tension drum. Brushes are used on “Clean Sweep.” The solos may be heard both with and without voice-over commentary. A section titled “Tips and Tricks” includes discussion, instruction, exercises, and application of backsticking, twirling, flips, stick toss, fakes, swipe/sweep, disappearing brush, and rim roll.

The “Special Features’”section includes specific exercises for specific solos. Raymond also discusses his ideas on soloing, practicing, concept of time, and the roots of rudimental drumming styles. A presentation and description of each of the five drums used includes makes and models, sizes, finishes, and heads. A very valuable feature of this DVD is the inclusion of printable pdf files of all nine solos, along with corresponding exercises and comments.

This is an excellent DVD for use by any level of percussion student interested in learning about and developing the skills for contemporary rudimental snare drum techniques. This DVD should be part of the library of every band director and drumline instructor.”

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