Book & 4 CDs: Rick Latham is often referred to as one of the true masters of linear drumming as we know it today. He literally wrote the book when he penned his modern classic Advanced Funk Studies. His second book Contemporary Drumset Techniques is now also considered a valuable addition to any drum library and is one of the most complete sources of linear techniques available. This text is filled with hundreds of hip and interesting exercises that are easily incorporated into contemporary music. Accompanied by four audio CDs of Rick performing every exercise in the book, this is a powerful package that will impact your drumming forever.