Drum Lessons: Funk - Page 1

Drummers Sharing Tips, Tricks and Knowledge on subjects such as Drum Tuning, Drum Rudiments, Paradiddles, Shuffles, Groove Ideas,
Drum Kit Dynamics, Drum Fills, Triplets, Drum Micing, Drum Recording, Changing Drum Heads and so much more.

How To Play "Cissy Strut" by The Funky Meters-New Orleans Funk

by Drummeretc on 01/31/2011 | 6,028 Views | 1 Comments

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Here's a quick lesson on a killa tune by The Funky Meters called "Cissy Strut". One of my favs! DRUM LESSONS WITH STEPHEN TAYLOR Check out my You Tube channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/DrummerEtc?feature=mhum Hook up with me on Twitter: http://twitter.com/#!/drummeretc Read my drum blog: www.DrummerEtc.com or find me on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/StephenTaylor81 I can also be reached by email at Stephen@loversandliars.com or littlesteviedrums@yahoo.com

Billy Ashbaugh: Paradiddle Groove Workout #4

by billy ashbaugh on 11/13/2010 | 64,078 Views | 10 Comments

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For today’s lesson we’re going to expand our rhythms for the kick drum in this groove setting. We’re still playing a steady flow of 16th notes phrased as Paradiddles with accents on beats 2 and 4. The idea is to download the PDF file that has 12 one bar patterns to practice playing on the kick drum. These rhythms are getting busier so it’s also a great workout for your kick drum as well. Enjoy!

Billy Ashbaugh: Hi-Hat Up Beat Grooves Part 2

by billy ashbaugh on 11/07/2010 | 15,569 Views | 10 Comments

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In today’s lesson we’re going to get busier with the kick drum pattern. It’s time to introduce some 16th note rhythms on the kick drum. This is going to require some independence, so if this is new to you remember to slow everything down and go at your own pace. Don’t forget to download the PDF file for the kick drum patterns to workout with.

Billy Ashbaugh: Basic 16th Note Grooves Pt 5

by billy ashbaugh on 10/31/2010 | 13,779 Views | 0 Comments

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We’re adding two more patterns to workout with on the kick drum. These rhythms are getting funky! We’re also getting busier with our rhythms as well by introducing our first three note possibility. Remember to slow this stuff down and make sure everything feels good before you move on to another rhythm or speed up the groove. Make sure you print the PDF file to get all 12 one bar grooves.

Billy Ashbaugh: Hi-Hat Up Beat Groove Idea #1

by billy ashbaugh on 10/30/2010 | 14,317 Views | 3 Comments

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Today’s lesson will take a look at playing the & or up beat pattern on the hi-hat during a groove. For now the snare will continue to play a nice solid rim shot for beats 2 & 4. This can feel a little strange if it’s your first time trying this. We’re going to ease into this by only playing 8th note figures on the kick drum for now. Don’t forget to download the PDF file for 12 one bar grooves to practice. Enjoy!

Billy Ashbaugh: Funk Shuffle Variation Workout # 3

by billy ashbaugh on 10/24/2010 | 12,645 Views | 5 Comments

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In Part 3, we're going to continue to expand our kick drum patterns. The hands will stay the same and you're still playing every up beat on the hi-hat with your left foot. If you're not certain on the pattern, please check out one of the earlier lessons to get this down. The download PDF will provide you with 12 one bar patterns to practice on the kick drum. Enjoy!

Billy Ashbaugh: Ghost Note Groove Workout #3

by billy ashbaugh on 10/17/2010 | 8,463 Views | 5 Comments

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We're going to expand our journey today by adding some new rhythmic possibilities on the kick drum. Remember to download the PDF file to get all 12 one bar patterns to workout with. Enjoy!!

Billy Ashbaugh: 16th Note Triplet Funk Part 3

by billy ashbaugh on 10/14/2010 | 6,158 Views | 3 Comments

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Today's lesson is going to expand our concept of playing a short and steady flow of 16th note Triplets between the kick, snare and hi-hat. In this lesson, we'll expand our sticking to cover two beats of the groove. This pattern is getting a little busier so don't forget to use the PDF download to help you with the sticking.

Billy Ashbaugh: Para Triplet Groove Idea Part 1

by billy ashbaugh on 10/09/2010 | 7,893 Views | 0 Comments

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For today's lesson we're going to expand on the Para Triplet sticking pattern and begin to explore this concept in a groove setting. This is a more advanced exercise so please remember to slow everything down when first digging into this stuff! Don't forget to download the PDF file to better help you work through this lesson. Enjoy!

Billy Ashbaugh: Funk Shuffle Workout Part 5

by billy ashbaugh on 09/23/2010 | 6,599 Views | 0 Comments

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Today we’re going to expand our Rhythms that were playing on the kick drum during this Funk Shuffle Groove Workout. We’re still keeping the same hand pattern for now. Things are getting funky, so remember to slow everything down when first digging into this stuff. Enjoy!