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Short fills are perfect for light transitions or breaking up repeated bars of drum beats. If overused, they can... read more

Accenting the down-the-tom fills with crashes brings a new flavor to the classic fill technique. These four drum fill... read more

Enjoy 8 grooves that feature an additional hi-hat stroke each time the bass drum is played on an “e”... read more

The four-on-the-floor phrase is a catchy way to describe drum beats that feature the bass drum on beats 1,... read more

These six rock grooves use a two-bar repeating pattern. The beginning grooves are simpler and become more complex throughout. read more

Starting with a straightforward rock groove, each beat builds from the previous. The first grooves are easier and grow... read more

The open hi-hat technique is often used to create an off-beat feel or to accentuate a particular stroke or... read more

We often find ourselves in a straight-8th-note rut when it comes to playing the hi-hat. Step out of the... read more

Enjoy a collection of six drum beats using varying ghost stroke techniques to fill out the sound. After learning... read more

The term “Skeleton,” in drumming, refers to drum parts that use only the snare, bass, and cymbals. In other... read more

The Walking foot pattern is a lot of fun to play and makes for a great drum solo concept.... read more

Explore the half-time shuffle with these seven drum beat and fill examples. The first beats and fills are simpler... read more

Starting with a simple rhythm on the snare drum, this exercise gradually builds throughout each measure. In the audio... read more

Six shuffle beats and fills to satisfy any of your shuffle urges. The examples are arranged from simplest to... read more

These Go-Go beats are arranged from starter level to more advanced arrangements. Beats 5 and 6 incorporate eighth notes... read more