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Vinnie Colaiuta - "I hold Jim in extremely high honor. His books were very instrumental in my learning and development as a drummer, and I am sure for many, many drummers throughout the world. I believe that "Advanced Techniques" was most probably the first of it's kind to reveal and disseminate the techniques that were used at a time when jazz drumming had changed completely, and to actually teach not only in the development of this style, but enable drummers to develop independence and a sensibility that would benefit their drumming in all spheres of playing. And, I consider it relevant today as well. When book 2 was released, it went to another level, enabling drummers to basically have a plethora of instantly available permutations at their disposal, not only increasing the amount of available information, but also to stimulate their imaginations at the same time. Again: truly groundbreaking and quite visionary to this day."

Steve Smith - "Jim Chapin has made a huge contribution to the development of drumset playing through the groundbreaking books he has written. I've personally studied out of Jim Chapin's books since the early 1960s."

Mike Mangini - "Jim Chapin Knows Drumming. His insight is always spot-on, and the information he is sharing is sure to help all of us."

Kenny Aronoff - "I am a friend of Jim and appreciate everything he has done for drumming and drummers."

Carmine Appice - "I think Jim and his books are the best...classic drummer, classic books. Great stuff!!!"

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