Drum Lessons

32nd Note Fill

Work on the basic 6 note pattern between the hands and feet (RLRLFF).

Linear Drum Beat

Learn the R,L,F and L,R,F combinations slowly and lightly with an emphasis on moving from the forearm/elbow.

Quintuplets - Groups of 5

More information is covered in my book 'Filling Time'.

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.

Sting - Seven Days (basic pattern)

A hypnotic pattern in 5 which sounds easier than it really is.