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SKU: HL.9971706
World Music Drumming 101. Composed by Will Schmid. Music Express Books. Collection, Elementary, Multicultural. Softcover Audio Online. 48 pages. Hal Leonard #9971706. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.9971706).ISBN 9781458432032. UPC: 884088648435. 8.5x11.0x0.124 inches.
Kids love to drum! No matter what instruments you have or don't have, Beatbox will let you experience a variety of world drumming styles as you accompany folk melodies and original songs. Create a basic rock pattern, recreate the sound of a mbira (thumb piano), form your own Haitian meringue ensemble, learn lively body percussion from the long tradition of hambone and step-dancing, or a lively fiddle tune with an Irish Bodhran. Experiment with call and response, layered ostinati, syncopation and improvisation; learn the Bamboo Tamboo from the Caribbean, the Highlife from West Africa, and how to make a drum talk! Helpful step-by-step learning is included, along with cross-cultural connections and historic fun facts, and suggestions on how to use the instruments you already have. The price of this book includes a unique code that provides access to audio tracks online, for download or streaming. The tracks include PLAYBACK+, a multi-functional audio player that allows you to slow down audio without changing pitch, set loop points, change keys, and pan left or right - available exclusively from Hal Leonard. PDFs of songsheets and instrument parts are also available for projection or print. Suggested for grades 2-5.
- Mbira: All Thumbs
- Merry Meringue (Christmas Is Here)
- Take Four
- Bamboo Tamboo Time
- Highlife Christmas
- Map Rap
- Boom Boom Share-a-Drum
- The Little Beggarman
- Knock On Wood
- Good News! Summer Is Coming
- Beatbox
- Long John (With StomPaTap)
Ratings + Reviews
Based on 4 Reviews
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Marcus J.
December 17, 2025
Solid Rhythmic Foundations for Ensemble Work
For school or community gigs involving choir and percussion, BeatBox offers practical, clear world drumming patterns. While not a chord chart book, the rhythmic examples are solid for quick learning and ensemble integration. The online audio with speed control is a lifesaver for quickly grasping the grooves. Useful for adding authentic, multicultural flair to a performance. Good for specific drumming ensemble needs.
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Anonymous
December 16, 2025
Fantastic Resource for Elementary Rhythm
BeatBox is an excellent collection for teaching world drumming to elementary students (grades 2-5). The step-by-step instructions are incredibly clear, making it easy to introduce new rhythms and body percussion. The diverse styles like Bamboo Tamboo and Highlife are engaging, and the online audio access with PLAYBACK+ is invaluable for student practice and performance clarity. Highly recommend for any music educator!
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Anonymous
December 16, 2025
Fun and Accessible World Drumming Adventures!
I picked up Will Schmid's BeatBox for some weekend fun, and it's fantastic! The book makes learning world drumming styles, from mbira sounds to Irish Bodhran, incredibly approachable for any adult learner. The online audio tracks really help you get the feel for each piece, and the PLAYBACK+ feature is amazing for practicing at your own pace. Super enjoyable and a great way to explore new rhythms.
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Eleanor G.
December 14, 2025
Enhancing Choral Rhythmic Cohesion
As a vocal coach, I'm always looking for ways to strengthen ensemble rhythm, and BeatBox delivers. This collection provides fantastic tools for developing rhythmic independence and cohesion within a choir. The call and response and layered ostinati exercises are perfect for vocal warm-ups and bringing a dynamic, multicultural rhythmic texture to performances. It's a brilliant resource for enriching the overall musicality of a vocal group.
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