Taking Your Bass/Drum Relationship to the Next Level

The Art of Groove is an in-depth and engaging exploration into the relationship between the bass and drums in a contemporary ensemble. Together with much insightful input and consummate grooving by drummer David Owens (Thomas Dolby), Norm demonstrates and clarifies a multitude of concepts, exercises and groove considerations as he takes you to the next level. An indispensable resource for bassists and drummers pursuing maximum rhythm section effectiveness.

Topics Include:

• Essential Ear-Training (Rhythmic & Harmonic)

• Groove 101 (Concept/Approach, Bass Parts, Context & More)

• Musical Genres & Groove Vocabulary: A Bass & Drum Focus

• The Critical Subtleties (Tempo vs. Feel, Conveying Emotion Musically, Fills, Groovicidal Tendencies)

• Bass & Drum Dialogues: Developing the Synergy

Also featuring live performances of Blessed and Veggie Soup from Norm's Pondering the Sushi CD.

DVD Special Features

• Live Performance Music Video

  • “We Will Stand”

    • AJ DeGrasse (piano/vocals)

    • David Owens (drums & percussion)

    • Norm Stockton (fretless acoustic bass)

• Bonus "Norm Cam"

  • A perspective from "We Will Stand" video shoot featuring uninterrupted footage of Norm's bass performance.
    
    Running Time: 1 Hour, 54 Minutes
    DVD Format: All regions compatible