Triplet Tom Grooves

Triplet Tom Grooves

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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.

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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/

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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.

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