The Ultimate Beginner Series is designed to help you take the first step toward experiencing the fun of playing music. With basic instructions, top musicians show you the fundamentals. Starting at the beginning you'll progress to the point where you can sit in with friends and experience the joy of playing an instrument. On Drum Basics Step One you'll learn about the drumset itself, the function of a drummer in a band, how to hold the sticks, how to play a basic rock beat and much more.