Drum Lessons


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12/8 Groove


Aaron Spears

Count this out at slow tempos in order to get comfortable with the 12/8 feel. Count every second 8th whilst playing to improve timing.
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3 Pedals 2 Feet


Benny Greb

A Dennis Chambers-inspired 'fat foot' technique which involves playing the hihat and slave bass pedal together.
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Drum Groove and Fill


Dave Elitch

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.
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Linear Drum Fill 02


Kev O'Shea

Practise to a metronome at a slow tempo to ensure the cross-sticking is clean.
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Alternating Linear Fill


Kev O'Shea

Play the linear pattern without accents. Next accent every third note, alternating between hand and foot. Switch hands.
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Linear-Type Beat


Vinnie Colaiuta

Practise cross-handed sticking between splashes and cymbals.
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