The E’s and Ah’s of Drum Fills
Description
Putting a strong emphasis on the syncopated strokes (i.e. the “E” and “Ah”) in a drum fill gives the fill a … well, more syncopated feel.
Beyond that, it makes the groove sound more complex and difficult than it actually is. That reason alone, however, shouldn’t be why you choose to play a syncopated fill. Syncopation feels energetic, funky and naturally makes people want to move. If this is the feel you need to present in a song, try some “E’s” and “Ah’s.”
Book Downloads & Paperbacks:
CHART-TOPPING DRUM BEATS: THE 60s THROUGH TODAY
CHART-TOPPING DRUM FILLS: THE 60s THROUGH TODAY
Author
Publisher of OnlineDrummer.com, Alfred Publishing author, Ddrum artist, and veteran Drum! Magazine contributor, Nate is a graduate of John Carroll University in Cleveland, Ohio and holds a Master of Arts in Education from the University of Findlay.
