Drum Lessons

Buddy Rich Sixes

This is a six stroke pattern in triplets using the ride cymbal, snare and bass drum. You can play this pattern starting on any of the six notes.

Red Hot Chili Peppers - 'Dani California' Intro

Work on one-handed ruffs, bass drum double-strokes and, of course, timing and feel...

Kick Hat Snare 07

You can change the pitch of the hihat bell by applying some pressure to the pedal. Find the sound you like best.

Manky Beat

A manky sounding linear pattern played open-handed between hihat, snare and floor tom.

Drum Solo Excerpt

Pay attention to Steve's masterful use of dynamics and timing...

7/8 Groove

Use a metronome at a low tempo to memorise the intricate rhythms before you attempt them at full speed.