Learn the tom-layering technique used by Stewart Copeland in the classic hit Message in a Bottle. read more
Drummer Todd Walker demonstrating a 2-Bar groove using the Odd Time Signatures, 7/8 to 11/8. Remember phrasing/subdividing is a... read more
This lesson focuses on a few short fill ideas. Short fills generally take up a half measure or less,... read more
In this lesson you will learn how to read and play eighth notes. Before you do this lesson you... read more
Learn a linear, single-measure drum fill made up of sixteenth notes and a fun sticking pattern. read more
One of my favorite go-to warm-ups, this pattern can also double as a slick technique to use within your... read more
In this lesson, learn a quick, lick with a New Orleans kick... A great groove to add to your... read more
This lesson focuses on playing the hi-hat with both the stick and the foot pedal at the same time,... read more
Learn the drum-intro fill plus a bonus fill from the song Basket Case by Green Day. read more
For this week's lesson we have got a sweet tom groove using 16th notes. I have stolen the idea... read more
This groove builds from last week's "Samba Foot" drum lesson. This beat continues the samba foot pattern, but... read more
In this lesson, learn a cool drum beat that uses syncopated hi-hat, snare and bass drum strokes. read more
When Ian Haugland of the band Europe decides to let it rip in The Final Countdown, he unleashes an... read more
Learn the classic 8 bar drum break played by Roger Taylor in the song Under Pressure by Queen and... read more
Learn a technique used in I'm Yours by Jason Mraz. Plus, develop your three-level dynamics. read more
