Steelpan Method - 32 Pages; this method book is geared towards the beginning student and will examine approaches to playing steelplan; basics, technique, exercise, short Soli; Text engl., + Audio Access Online

The Hal Leonard Steelpan Method is designed for anyone just learning to play the steelpan. This easy-to-use beginner's guide takes you through the basics of the instrument and its technique. The accompanying audio includes demonstration tracks for all the examples in the book. It covers: stance - holding the mallets - types of strokes - tone production and volume control - stickings - rolls - scales - calypsos - many songs and exercises - basic music reading - steelpan anatomy and maintenance - steelpan history - and more. The price of this book includes access to audio tracks online for download or streaming, using the unique code inside the book.