Through the Looking Glass is a 118 page comprehensive guide to Brazilian pandeiro. Everything from in depth examples of traditional rhythms (samba, partido alto, choro, baião, côco, toada, xote, xaxado, arrasta-pé, ciranda, marcha, frevo, maracatu, cavalo marinho, ijexa/afoxé, capoeira); as well as extensive contemporary ideas as well, e.g. materials on applying drumset, odd-meter ideas, and a myriad of techniques (traditional and extended alike). In addition to having "a ton" of playing examples, the book also contains lots of historical information, as well as an extended appendix of recommended recordings, reference materials, and internet resources.

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