Piano Meets Drums
In the interview, Orlandi and Siskind explore how these rhythmic studies can be practiced at the piano. Together they show how the book’s concepts go far beyond drumming, offering pianists (and all musicians) new ways to develop two-handed coordination, phrasing, and rhythmic precision.
Highlights from the Conversation
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For all musicians: Orlandi emphasizes that the book is written with the whole musician in mind — not just drummers.
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Beyond mechanics: Both musicians stress the importance of making rhythm musical, integrating the studies into improvisation and performance.
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Practical insights: Demonstrations include exercises pianists and drummers alike can apply immediately to their own practice.
Why Watch
This interview is more than just a book discussion: it’s a creative exchange between two musicians with different backgrounds, united by rhythm. For anyone curious about expanding their rhythmic vocabulary, it’s an engaging and practical resource.
👉 Watch the full interview here: YouTube link
👉 The 3/5/7/9 Syncopation Book for the Musician is available now (April 2025 release).
