Beyond the Barline is not just a simple collection of drum set exercises. It is an approach to practicing that allows you to dissect any musical situation down to its simplest parts and reconstruct it in any form you see fit. This book is intended to help drummers who feel creatively limited, lack the ability to solo effectively, or want to develop their four-way coordination. It breaks down and distills an approach to practicing that can be applied to practically any musical genre or situation. Utilizing the practice methods in this book will give you the physical ability to play what you hear and feel the instant you realize it. This in turn will make you a more effective and relaxed musician both live and in the studio.