Steve Houghton Sheet Music
About this collection
Steve Houghton Sheet Music
Steve Houghton's drumset and percussion methods combine jazz fundamentals with real-world playing styles. Dave Black's Kid's Drum Course series introduces beginners to snare drum and drumset with age-appropriate progressions, while Houghton's Essential Styles and Ultimate Drumset Reading Anthology target intermediate to advanced players tackling jazz vocabulary and professional reading skills. From children's method books to fusion-focused ensemble materials, these resources span genres and skill levels across the percussion family.
Who it's for
- Drumset and snare drum teachers working with children and beginners
- Jazz ensemble directors and percussion students in high school and college
- Working drummers and bassists building style vocabulary and reading fluency
What's inside
- Snare drum and drumset method books with paired online audio tracks
- Jazz style studies and reading anthologies for intermediate to advanced players
- Instructional materials by Steve Houghton and Dave Black in multiple formats: print books, digital downloads, DVDs
Things to consider
Start young drummers with the Kid's Drum Course snare drum books before moving to drumset; the progressive structure builds hand technique first. If you're teaching jazz styles or ensemble playing, Houghton's Essential Styles and Ultimate Drumset Reading Anthology pair well together and work best with online audio, so verify your delivery preference before purchasing.