Putting a strong emphasis on the syncopated strokes (i.e. the “E” and “Ah”) in a drum fill gives the... read more
These grooves explore a steady, quarter-note hi-hat foot played over a 7/8 groove. Drum fills included. read more
In this week's lesson we have got a sweet sounding groove with a displaced backbeat to give the beat... read more
In this lesson, get a glimpse of how the open hi hat technique is used to change the feel... read more
In this week's Tuesday drum lesson sponsored by Jammit, learn the intro to Rock and Roll Band by Boston... read more
In this lesson, Dawn shares a hand pattern that explodes into some great sounding drum fill patterns. read more
In this lesson we look at playing an epic sounding drum fill that can be played as either ... read more
Moving your right stick to the snare instead of the hi-hat can produce a unique sounding groove. You can... read more
In this week's lesson we have got a cool single measure drum fill using hertas, single strokes and some... read more
This lesson kicks off a two part series for beginner-level drummers. Develop a common, basic beat by adding an extra... read more
Learn a unique sounding, syncopated drum fill based on the Swiss Army Triplet sticking pattern. read more
Last week's lesson explored using the crash cymbals to create new levels and dimensions within drum fills. Another... read more
This is a great drum fill idea that uses a 'herta' sticking pattern. It is a 16th note followed... read more
In this weeks lesson we have a go at one of the funkiest drum beats of all time, 'Fool... read more
