This is a terrific Drumset book and CD instruction package with grooves and fills based on Latin clave patterns. Author and renowned percussionist John Snider, Jr. thoroughly explains and demonstrates the traditional rhythmic pattern found in bossa nova, rumba, samba and other Latin styles. Included are how these patterns have been and can be applied to many other styles of music such as rock, funk and pop, opening up a new world of possibilities for drummers in any genre.