He delves into the inspiration and the concept behind each part of the solo and discusses and demonstrates the technique required for performing each segment of the solo.

Included on the DVDs are additional interviews, analysis, and documented Rush performances from the drummer’s perspective.

DISC ONE
Anatomy of a Drum Solo (complete)

“Der Trommler” (recorded September, 2004, Frankfurt)
Neil’s analysis and discussion of “Der Trommler” and of his approach to soloing
Sidebar 1 – Exclusive Hamburg solo (“Ich Bin Ein Hamburger”)
Sidebar 2 – “Exploration #1?
DISC TWO
Bonus Features, including:

“Exploration #2?
“O Baterista” (solo from RUSH in Rio)
Interview with Paul Northfield, RUSH co-producer and engineer, and Lorne Wheaton, Neil’s drum tech
Lorne Wheaton setting up and talking about Neil’s drumkit
Performances with RUSH of “Tom Sawyer” and “Subdivisions” (from the perspective of the drum cameras)
Previously Unreleased Solo from RUSH’s 1994 Counterparts Tour
Special Features
Alternate Edits: During parts of Neil’s analysis of “Der Trommler,” the viewer can choose between two different camera edits; one with related playing examples in full screen and one with Neil in view while the playing example is shown in a separate inset. These spots are identified by an on-screen icon.