The various different drums & elements which together make up a complete drum kit; What to look for when buying drum kit and sticks; tuning the kit; basic technique including gripping the sticks; sitting position; hand and foot strokes; varying the t empo and volume; basic beats and reading drums notation; quarter notes & eighth notes; rock drum rhythm; rests; song form & f ills; 12/8 time & 4/4 time triplets & 16th's as well as many helpful tips and tricks of the trade.