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Composed by Various. Drum Book. Classical, Contest. Softcover. 80 pages. Hal Leonard #276997. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.276997).
ISBN 9781540027627. UPC: 888680748104. 9.0x12.0x0.233 inches.
The First 50 Solos You Should Play on Snare Drum includes 50 snare etudes, orchestra excerpts and contest solos, highlighting a variety of skills, stickings, and rudiments. The selections are presented in progressive order, from simple to more challenging. Includes: Boléro • Echoing Sticks • Farfel's Gavotte • Grandfather's Clock • March for Two Drums • Rolling Accents • Soldier's March • Standing on the Shoulders of Giants • Tijuana Tap • William Tell Overture • and more.
About First 50
You've been taking lessons, you've got a few chords under your belt, and you're ready to buy a songbook. Now what? Hal Leonard has the answers in its First 50 series. The First 50 series steers new players in the right direction. These books contain easy to intermediate arrangements for must-know songs. Each arrangement is simple and streamlined, yet still captures the essence of the tune.
Composed by Various. Drum Book. Classical, Contest. Softcover. 80 pages. Hal Leonard #276997. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.276997).
ISBN 9781540027627. UPC: 888680748104. 9.0x12.0x0.233 inches.
The First 50 Solos You Should Play on Snare Drum includes 50 snare etudes, orchestra excerpts and contest solos, highlighting a variety of skills, stickings, and rudiments. The selections are presented in progressive order, from simple to more challenging. Includes: Boléro • Echoing Sticks • Farfel's Gavotte • Grandfather's Clock • March for Two Drums • Rolling Accents • Soldier's March • Standing on the Shoulders of Giants • Tijuana Tap • William Tell Overture • and more.
About First 50
You've been taking lessons, you've got a few chords under your belt, and you're ready to buy a songbook. Now what? Hal Leonard has the answers in its First 50 series. The First 50 series steers new players in the right direction. These books contain easy to intermediate arrangements for must-know songs. Each arrangement is simple and streamlined, yet still captures the essence of the tune.
The Austin Army
The Beach
Bobbin' Back
Bolero
Bunker Hill
Captain Whitings
Col. Andrews
Connecticut Halftime
Crazy Army
Danza Dynamico
Double Paradiddle Thumpster
Downfall Of Paris
Echoing Sticks
Eight-Parade
Etude #8
Etude #5
Etude #7
Etude #2
Farfel's Gavotte
The General
Get “Rich” Quick
The Glenwood Boy
Graduation Etude
Grandfather's Clock
Interstatesman A.B.C./1962
Just Feeling The Flamacue
Little Toy Drum
Love Those Triplets & Flas
March For Two Drums
Memorial Day Parade
Mr. Rothman's March
Newgulf Drummer
Norwegian Dance Op. 35, No. 2
Pearl Harbor Suite
The Right Touch
Rolling Accents
Rollin' And Rockin'
Rudimental Rhumba
Scout's Honor
Simple Minuet
Soldier's March
Standing On The Shoulders Of Giants
Study #6
Study #2
Swiss Crazy Army Variant 1
Three Camps
Tijuana Tap
Turkish March
Upstairs/Downstairs
William Tell Overture
Ratings + Reviews
★Based on 2 Reviews
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Anonymous
December 16, 2025
Foundational Skills for Ensemble Percussionists
While these are solos, this collection offers valuable foundational work crucial for collaborative percussionists. The progressive etudes emphasize rhythmic precision, dynamic control, and rudimental mastery—all vital for tight ensemble playing. It develops independent technique that translates well to supporting other musicians. An excellent resource for building a versatile percussionist's toolkit.
★
David K.
December 16, 2025
Solid Practice and Reference Book
For a working percussionist, this book is a practical addition. The 'First 50' series offers a good range of easy to intermediate solos, including orchestra excerpts and contest pieces. It's useful for warming up, brushing up on rudiments, or even finding a quick study. The content is clearly presented, making it easy to jump in and practice without much fuss. A reliable resource.
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