Drum Lessons


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Linear Swing Fill


Gavin Harrison

Practise triplets of R,L,F and L,R,F in time to a metronome. Then shift from hand to hand singles and back to the linear triplets.
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The Bonhadiddle (Moby Dick)


John Bonham

Happens around the 2 minute mark. Swap the double 'L' in a regular paradiddle for 2 bass drum strokes.
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Kick Hat Snare 04


Kev O'Shea

Practise the inverted single paradiddle: R,L,L,R,L,R,R,L with and without accents on the first beat of each 4 notes.
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Kick Hat Snare 05


Kev O'Shea

Practise the 6 stroke roll: R,L,R,R,L,L. Next play it in groups of three as triplets.
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7/8 Groove


Tony Royster Jr.

Use a metronome at a low tempo to memorise the intricate rhythms before you attempt them at full speed.
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Sting - Seven Days (basic pattern)


Vinnie Colaiuta

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