Detail 01
Play-along format
Written parts are meant to be played against backing material rather than alone. The point is time and feel, not just the notes.
Product detailSKU #1273887984174
AlfredUltimate Play-Along Drum Trax: Dave Weckl, Level 1, Volume 2 Book
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Play-along drum book from Alfred's Ultimate Drum Trax series featuring Dave Weckl, Level 1, Volume 2. For drummers practicing to full-band material.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Drummers who want structured practice beyond loose jamming
- Players ready to lock in with a band context
- Students working through a graded play-along series
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Absolute beginners who have not set up a kit
- Drummers wanting fusion-level advanced material
- Anyone looking for a technique or rudiment method book
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Level 1
The entry tier of the series. Parts are approachable, so the challenge is consistency and groove rather than raw difficulty.
Detail 03
Volume 2
A continuation within the same level, so it works as follow-up practice material rather than a jump in difficulty.
Detail 04
Drum notation
Kit parts are written on a staff with each line and space assigned to a drum or cymbal. You need to read that layout.
Detail 05
Print book
Sits on a stand next to the kit. No tempo control or click built in — that comes from a metronome or the tracks.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Play-along material assumes a playback source; confirm what audio ships with this edition
- 02You need a music stand positioned where you can read it behind the kit
- 03Reading drum notation is required — there is no tab equivalent here
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does this come with backing tracks?
The audio included with this specific edition is not something we can confirm. Play-along books in this series are built around backing material.
02Do I need to read drum notation?
Yes. Parts are written on a standard drum staff, so you need to know which line and space maps to each drum and cymbal.
03Is this a good first drum book?
It is Level 1, but it is a play-along, not a method book. A separate beginner method covering grip, setup and rudiments pairs well with it.
04Do I need a full drum kit?
Yes. The parts are written for a full kit with snare, bass drum, toms and cymbals rather than a practice pad.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Red
