Charisma Publishing is a self-publishing company founded by renowned Melbourne musician and educator Roby Corelli. Specialising in educational drum books for drummers of all skill levels, Charisma Publishing provides high-quality learning resources designed to develop strong fundamentals, improve technique, and enhance musical versatility.

Melbourne Drum Studies offers personalised one-on-one online drum lessons with Roby Corelli. Students have the unique opportunity to learn directly from the author of the acclaimed drum method books Phantom Groove and Drumming Steps, gaining valuable insights and practical skills from an experienced performer and educator.

CHARISMA PUBLISHING BOOKS INCLUDE:

Drumming Steps - Drumming for All Ages:

  • Understanding Hand Technique: Focuses on proper methods for using drumsticks.
  • The 3 Basic Rudiments: Lays the groundwork with essential drumming patterns.
  • Understanding Note and Rest Value: Teaches how to read and interpret musical notation.
  • Understanding Posture: Emphasizes correct physical positioning for drumming.
  • Hi-Hat Variations and Independence: Explores different hi-hat techniques and the coordination of the hi-hat foot.
  • Rhythm Rundown Pages: Includes sections on rock beats, syncopation, and accent patterns.
  • Secondary Sound in Rhythm & the Two-Tone Technique: Delves into more advanced sound production methods when laying down a groove.
  • Chart Reading: Provides instruction on reading drum charts. 

Phantom Groove - The Book on Ghosted Notes, Timing and Independence: 

  • Ghost Note Studies: Deep studies in single, double, triple, forward, and reverse ghosted feels and more.
  • Timing, Feel, and Groove: Emphasizes improving the rhythmic quality and musicality of playing. Includes silent section click track workouts.
  • Independence and Coordination: Includes sections on hi-hat foot independence and overall limb coordination. Including left foot spash technique.
  • Technique: Covers the "Two-Tone Technique" and other methods for sound production when laying down a groove.
  • Endurance and Mental Focus: Includes metronome and time workouts to build stamina and concentration.
  • Syncopation and Rhythm Section Playing: Provides exercises for reading syncopated rhythms and applying them in a band context. 

Intrepid Drummer - Manuscript Diary: 

  • Manuscript Format: The core of the book consists of blank pages with musical staves, specifically designed for drum notation.
  • Numbered Pages: The pages are numbered, which allows teachers and students to easily reference specific lessons or compositions.
  • Personal Index: It includes a fold-out section where users can create their own personal index, making it simple to locate past lessons and topics.
  • Creative Focus: Roby developed the book to "promote the writing and reading music of drumming student" and to encourage drummers to be "fearless and adventurous" in their musical journey. The aim is to make the process of learning and writing music more engaging than a standard, "lifeless" manuscript book.

WHERE TO BUY:

These books are available from several Australian music retailers and online stores. You can check for availability and purchase options at:

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