In this week's lesson we have got a great sounding fill from a rather tricky sticking pattern. The fill is... read more
This is a great sounding drum beat, which for me, has elements of Hip Hop and a bit of... read more
The samba foot pattern is an excellent foot exercise to develop strength and endurance. It's not only fun to... read more
Learn a technique used by Tico Torres in the song Livin on a Prayer by Bon Jovi. read more
This lesson outlines the most common double bass patterns that you will encounter. Practicing these patterns will help you... read more
This lesson explores a drum fill played by Chad Smith in the outro section of the song Give It... read more
Drummer Todd Walker performing a lesson using a basic practice pad exercise with,"Double Strokes" within three note value. (Eighth... read more
In this short video, Mike Klee discusses how to play doubles on one bass drum! There also downloadable exercises... read more
These exercises serve as a great workout for improving coordination, dexterity, and timing around the kit. They also make... read more
In this drum lesson by Zack Albetta learn proper brush techniques around the kit. A great resource for... read more
Learn the drum-intro fill plus a bonus fill from the song Basket Case by Green Day. read more
Improve your jazz drumming. In this lesson I'll teach you how to play "Push Beats" from a jazz/swing feel.... read more
In this edition of Back to Basics, Mike Klee discusses bass drum playing. read more
Here's a quick lesson to Ilan Rubin's "Live In Fear." The piece was transcribed in the June 2011 issue... read more
This lesson explores some of the rhythms from Dawn Richardson's latest release, “Rhythm Reader.” These foundational rhythms can be... read more
