Triplet Tom Grooves

Triplet Tom Grooves

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Description

This lesson explores some ideas for half-measure triplet tom fills. All of these patterns use alternating sticking (i.e. R L R L, etc.). Make sure you pop the accent on beat 4 to make these grooves rock. You can also explore other dynamics such as a crescendo to bring these to life.

LESSON NOTATION LINK

SONGS WITH DRUMS-ONLY MP3s
http://www.onlinedrummer.com/sheet-music/aint-it-fun-paramore/
http://www.onlinedrummer.com/sheet-music/black-dog-led-zeppelin-2/
http://www.onlinedrummer.com/sheet-music/arabella-arctic-monkeys/
http://www.onlinedrummer.com/sheet-music/r-u-mine-arctic-monkeys/
http://www.onlinedrummer.com/sheet-music/part-ii/

Author

Publisher of OnlineDrummer.com, Alfred Publishing author, Ddrum artist, and veteran Drum! Magazine contributor, Nate earned his Bachelor of Arts in Education at John Carroll University and Master of Arts in Education at the University of Findlay.

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