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Turn it Up & Lay is down is the result of a lifetime of playing along. Man, I've played with The Beatles, Billy Joel,

Chicago, Earth Wind and Fire, Journey, Genesis, Rush, Simon and Garfunkel, James Taylor, Chick Corea, Toto,

George Benson, James Brown, Santana, Garth brooks, Willie Nelson, Lyle Lovette, Creed, 311, Tool, Bob Marley,

Buddy Rich and a slew of other great bands and artists. Fact is I've played along with just about everyone from

ABBA to ZAPPA (Thanks to a lot of phenomenal recordings , a stereo system with a big set of speakers and very supportive parents!).

Being able to practice along with my favorite artists and drummers helped me develop the skills that have made

me a working drummer. And with the guidance of some great teachers and some fantastic musicians, I've learned

priceless " working drummers" lessons... lessons that I incorporate into my gigging to this day and lessons thatled to the

development ofthe Turn it Up... series. Time, feel, taste, versatility, creativity and groove, those are what makes A Gadd a God.Here at DrumFun we've

given drummers of all skill levels a fantastic tool for learning how to become well-rounded, successful musicians.Playing along with the

bass lines of volumes 1 and 2 and the tracks from 3, 4 , 5 & 6 is the best way we know how to develop these key "working drummer" qualities-

and hone your own distinctive style and sound- that will make you a valued member of any band. Most importantly, have fun! Sure there’s

a lot of hard work involved,but there’s an incredible amount of joy and fulfillment to gain from it. It’s my opinion that there are few feelings

in life that compare to the rush one gets from drumming, whether onstage in front of a crowd, listening back to that great take in the recording

studio, or just being alone in the practice room, losing yourself in the groove.

Now go practice!

Wanna see the "B in Tune" TV interview?

In March 2007, Spencer Strand was invited to talk about DrumFun

and his series of play-along CDs called "Turn It Up & Lay It Down".

Check out this segment from the "B in Tune" TV show.

Featuring some great drummers and drum instructors including Johnny Rabb, Glen Caruba, Chester Thompson (Genesis) and Steve Kilgallon from the Paul Green School of Rock

Check out 14 year old drumfun endorser Jason Hartless of the band Shram.

Hey Guys-

I bought Liz's book a few weeks ago.

And realized instantly how cool her method is.

I have become better drummer... "Counting is King"

I suggest you check it out.

All the best-

-Spence

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