Hal Leonard Publications

This book/CD pack is a great workbook to promote musical togetherness in the rhythm section, its exercises give the drummer and bassist a unique opportunity to understand the thinking of each other. It covers rock, funk, Latin and Latin rock styles, and teaches how to develop original odd time rhythms. The last chapter features arrangements of 10 songs for practice. You don't need a lot of equipment - a snare, kick drum and hi-hat will do for most rhythms (though a ride would also be helpful.