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New! | 4-Pack Special Edition DVD 2005—2008Buy now
Выступления Макса в «Синкопе», начатые в 2005г., выдержаны в новом стиле, представляющем собой гибрид мастер-класса и видеошколы. Более структурированный, внутренне связанный и логически выстроенный, чем обычный мастер-класс, и, благодаря присутствию и участию аудитории, более живой, эмоциональный и импровизационный, чем записанное в студии обучающее видео, этот гибридный жанр снискал множество поклонников. Данное специальное издание, включающее в себя четыре DVD 2005–2008гг., сможет служить настоящей энциклопедией во всём, что касается барабанов.
New! | Max’s FIFTH Clinic at Sinkopa—2010Buy now
На этом видео Макс делится идеями относительно аппликатурного мышления и работы над временем (игра со смещённым кликом), затрагивает тему метрической модуляции, говорит о создании органичного грува; Макс также рассказывает о различных стилях world music, о развитии триольного словаря, как заставить рудименты «свинговать» и мн. др., сопровождая объяснения демонстрацией на инструменте и подкрепляя идеи исполнением демо и полноформатных музыкальных композиций. Для широкого круга интересующихся ударными.
New! | The New Drummer’s GuideBuy now
“The New Drummer’s Guide” book + DVD package is targeted for beginner. The book contains the all-necessary information to start developing correct hand and foot techniques and to learn the basic stroke types used in drumming. The most popular basic drum patterns are examined and explained clearly and in depth. “The New Drummer’s Guide” provides with information on drum tuning, drum positioning and explains how to choose cymbals, heads, sticks, etc. The book introduces new drummer to reading music and shows how drum patterns are notated. All the patterns and techniques described in the book are demonstrated in detail in the DVD.
Max Klots & Paradigma at Sinkopa – 2008Buy now
At this DVD, Sergey Tatarintsev and Max Klots are talking about composing and arranging their music, and how to build a strong rhythm section in contemporary jazz, fusion, funk, and jazz-rock. Topics covered: making things groove; practicing with the click; developing better ensemble playing; improving your taste, musicality, sense of style and form. The most intricate parts are being explained and demo’ed very slowly. And, most importantly, the Paradigma is playing here live, with all the virtuosity and expressiveness that fusion music is renown for. In the end of the clinic, “for drummers only”, Max shares the techniques, phrases and ideas he employs in the band’s tunes. For all fans of contemporary jazz
Max’s THIRD Clinic at Sinkopa – 2007Buy now
Max’s third clinic at Sinkopa picks up right where the previous clinic left off. The rudimental section introduces the short rolls, drag and combination rudiments. In the bass drum portion, various examples from Max’s bass drum instructional book, “The Bass Drum: The Powerful Technique”, are shown, with explanation how to practice from this book. Max then continues with the reggae demo, shares his “straight” funk and rock concepts, and proceeds to “electric jazz” section where he breaks down several fusion grooves, comes up with solo ideas, demonstrates the orchestrating of the band “hits”, and sheds some light on finding the right tool for the job. All the explanations are followed by demos and play-along performances. Max also answers questions from the audience. For any level drummer.
Max’s SECOND Clinic at Sinkopa – 2006Buy now
Max’s second clinic at the Sinkopa Drum Shop was inspired by the first (2005) re-issue of the two popular Max’s drum books. The DVD consists of 3 parts. The first part deals with the hand technique: one will find the detailed explanation of stick grips, Moeller method, breakdowns of 10+ different rudiments, “standard” and improvised rudimental solos, as well as some facts from the history of rudimental drumming. The second part is a wealthy source of information on shuffles: cut time shuffle, half time shuffle and New Orleans “in the crack” feel are analyzed and explained. The third part is dedicated to the ideas and patterns of fusion drumming, with playing in style of contemporary fusion “greats”, both solo and along the “minus one” track.
Max’s FIRST Clinic at Sinkopa – 2005Buy now
This clinic covers a wide variety of different aspects of drumming, such as cymbal techniques, rudimental technique, traditional grip, foot technique, linear and overlapped grooves, building up a musical drum solo, rhythm shifts and polymeters, Afro-Cuban rhythms, and much more. Max also answers questions from the audience. Along with the detailed and easy-to-get explanations, Max would demonstrate how his concepts work, both in the grooves and improvised solos. Recommended for drummers of all levels.
Discontinued | Paradigma Meets M. Kostyushkin Clinic 2006
A crossover between a live in studio and a master class: Paradigma-meets-Mikhail Kostyushkin Group Union plays its original music and demonstrates how to improvise in a variety of styles. The band members also answer the questions from the audience. Personnel: Sergey Tatarintsev (keys, composition), Evgeny Spassky (guitar), Max Klots (drums), Mikhail Kostyushkin (saxophone), Alexey Pisarev (bass). Performed live October 27, 2006.
New! | The New Drummer’s GuideBuy now
“The New Drummer’s Guide” book + DVD package is targeted for beginner. The book contains the all-necessary information to start developing correct hand and foot techniques and to learn the basic stroke types used in drumming. The most popular basic drum patterns are examined and explained clearly and in depth. “The New Drummer’s Guide” provides with information on drum tuning, drum positioning and explains how to choose cymbals, heads, sticks, etc. The book introduces new drummer to reading music and shows how drum patterns are notated. All the patterns and techniques described in the book are demonstrated in detail in the DVD.
The 26Buy now
Max’s classic book recommended by the likes of Jim Chapin, Bill Bruford, Dom Famularo, René Creemers, Peter Magadini, and more! The 26 N.A.R.D. rudiments in detail; the precise and full transcription of the 7 traditional snare drum solos; note-by-note transcription of Steve Gadd’s rudimental/funk solo. Advanced contemporary rudiments; bass drum charts for the traditional solos; original solos by the author. “The 26” book is officially recommended by the National Association of Rudimental Drummers (N.A.R.D.) “for all students of rudimental technique”. Bilingual (Russian/English) Third printing – 2009
New! | The Bass Drum: The Powerful TechniqueBuy now
The full explanation of bass drum and hi-hat techniques, complete with exercises to improve your foot technique, your sound and time. Tuning of the bass drum; how the drumhead choice, pedals and the bass drum’s dimensions affect its sound, and much more. Third printing — 2009
BRIGHT – “The Key Word” ℗2002
An album of original fusion music composed by the group's founder, one of the best Russian saxophone players, Igor Timofeyev, and his band, BRIGHT, featuring: Igor Timofeyev (ts, as, voc), Sergey Tatarintsev (keys), Evgeny Spassky (guit), Vladimir “Walter” Kozlov (el. & ac. bass), Max Klots (dr. & perc.). One of the tunes from the album, “Wabara”, is explained in detail at the Max’s THIRD Clinic (25-02-2007).
“Max’s Rudimental Stick”
THE stick for rudimental practice. A 2B style, but with shorter dimensions, thicker neck, and different tip. Each pair weight-sorted and checked for the best balance and feel. Available in wood or nylon tip. Made in USA by Vic Firth, Inc.