Rockin’ the Ands
We often find ourselves in a straight-8th-note rut when it comes to playing the hi-hat. Step out of the... read more
The Way of the Hi-Hat
Hi-hat patterns and articulations can change the feel of a groove entirely. Because of this, it’s important to recognize... read more
Ride Bell Threes
The Ride Bell Threes beat uses groups of three ride cymbal strokes that overlap the bars. The ride is... read more
Rockin’ the Open Hi-Hat
Workout your hi-hat foot with this up-beat rock groove layered with a unique open hi-hat pattern. read more
Ostinato Three Funk
This groove features a slick ostinato 3 pattern on the ride cymbal that is no walk in the park.... read more
Playing with the Ride – Drum Beat
Combining a touch of funky ride and a solid rock bass, this beat is a great fusion of styles... read more
Borrowing Smooth Santana Beat
Learn a great rock and Latin fused drum beat from the song Smooth by Santana. read more
Sober’s Verse Groove Technique
Learn the groove and technique used by Danny Carey throughout the intro and verses of Sober by Tool. read more
Drum Beat from Demons
Learn the main groove from the song Demons by Imagine Dragons and some ideas for exploring the technique. read more
What’s Up? – 4 Non Blondes – Beat
This beat represents the main pattern used in ‘What’s Up?’ – 4 Non Blonde’s gold selling single. Drummer, Dawn... read more
Which Voicing #7 – Fred – Tony Williams
This example was taken from Fred, a classic track from Tony William’s 1975 album, Lifetime. In this section (0:07-1:07),... read more
Sober – Tool – Verse
This pattern was used throughout the intro and verse sections of the Tool’s 1993 single, Sober. read more
Adding Flair With Threes – Part 2
In part 1, you were introduced to the playing threes concept. This week, we’ll continue developing threes coordination and... read more
Adding Flair With Threes – Part 2
The sheet accompanies Nate Brown’s video drum lesson exploring the 3 technique by examining Hotel California and some creative... read more
