Drum Lessons

Drum Groove and Fill

Play R,L,F and L,R,F to very slowly to a metronome as 16th notes. This three over four feel will help you understand the rhythm.

2 Cross Sticking Patterns

Use a palm up technique to strike the floor tom, then palm down on the hihat.

'Immigrant Song' Drum Beat

Practise the bass drum double separately then introduce the hands.

Street Beatz 01

Practice linear patterns between snare, hihat and kick in 4/4. RLF, LRF etc.

Kick Hat Snare 08

Practise the 'closed' roll on the edge of the snare. See how many times you can get the stick to bounce on each hand. Then increase the tempo.

Playing Across The Bar Line

Use a metronome to keep the count while you experiment with playing over the bar line.