The Hal Leonard Steelpan Method is designed for anyone just learning to play the steelpan. This easy-to-use beginner's guide takes you through the basics of the instrument and its technique. The accompanying audio includesdemonstration tracks for all the examples in the book. It covers: stance - holding the mallets - types of strokes - tone production and volume control - stickings - rolls - scales - calypsos - many songs and exercises - basicmusic reading - steelpan anatomy and maintenance - steelpan history - and more. The price of this book includes access to audio tracks online for download or streaming, using the unique code inside the book. Online audio isaccessed at halleonard.com/mylibrary