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Drums

A Graphic History
By Jason M. Burns
Series: Amazing Inventions
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Drums are the backbone of music. They provide the beat that carries the song, yet drums are as old as music itself. From simple skins stretched over a frame and played by hand to elaborate kits and spinning sticks, drums lead the way in both tradition... Read More
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Drums are the backbone of music. They provide the beat that carries the song, yet drums are as old as music itself.

From simple skins stretched over a frame and played by hand to elaborate kits and spinning sticks, drums lead the way in both tradition and musical innovation.

In this graphic history, learn about the earliest drums, how they’re played around the world, and how modern rhythm has encouraged innovation both on stage and in the recording studio.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9798765647462

Publisher: Lerner Publishing Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 August 2026

Country: United States

Imprint: Lerner Publishing Group

Illustration: Glossary; Index; Illustrations, color

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Julio Francisco Garza

Audience: Primary and secondary education, Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 178.0mm

Height: 235.0mm

Weight: 91g

Pages: 32

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Jason M. Burns has had a successful career in the comic book industry, where he has spent the last fifteen years as a content creator, writer, and editor. In addition, his resume includes two original novels and multiple film and television projects in Hollywood. Jason currently lives in Massachusetts with his wife, two children, and a pair of rescue dogs with unnecessarily silly names—Gabriella Von Gooey III and Bark W. Grizwold. Julio Francisco Garza was born in Mexico City in November 1983. He has worked in the film, television, and publishing industries, as well as in scientific outreach. Julio's goal is to leave a positive impact in these fields through his work as a digital artist.

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