The Magic of Twelve: Polymetric Polyrhythms in Cycles of Twelve from African, Afro Cuban, and Afro Haitian Traditions

"This book is Dennis's third masterfully written contribution to our recreational drumming community. In this latest book Dennis entices us to delve deeper in the world of culturally specific polyrhythms from the many rhythmacultures on this planet today. These rhythmacultures are still celebrating life through traditional drum, dance, and song and have a lot to teach us how to live and play in the world" - Arthur Hull (Drummer/Percussionist, Author, Recording Artist, and internationally known as the "Father of the Modern Drum Circle Movement". Advanced Beginner/Intermediate Level The Magic of Twelve teaches the concepts of playing polymetric polyrhythms in cycles of twelve including concepts such as playing 4 over 6 pulses. The book includes over thirty full ensemble rhythms from traditional African, Afro Cuban and Afro Haitian sources.