Contains a plain and easy introduction of the rudimental principles ofr the drum and fife; to which are added Marches, Quicksteps, Side-beats, Troops, Retreats, Signals, Calls, &c., with explanatory remarks, when to be used. Also, the Duty for Garrison or Camp, to be performed by both instruments, as used i nthe US Army, the Drum Major's Duty, the fundamental principles of modern drum music, beats fro drum corps, $c.Originally published in 1862.
