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DRUM LESSON "Crash Rolls"

by Drummeretc on 11/20/2010 | 2,528 Views | 1 Comments

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TOOL "Eulogy" Groove Discussion and Exercise

by Drummeretc on 11/20/2010 | 2,029 Views | 0 Comments

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You can check out all of my lessons on my You Tube channel @ http://www.youtube.com/user/DrummerEtc?feature=mhum or read my blog @ www.DrummerEtc.com If you ever have any questions, feel free to message me, email me ([email protected]), or find drummeretc on Facebook, Twitter, or You Tube.

Blazing 32nd Note Fill

by Drummeretc on 11/19/2010 | 3,783 Views | 2 Comments

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Billy Ashbaugh: Practicing With The Click

by billy ashbaugh on 11/15/2010 | 72,738 Views | 23 Comments

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For today’s lesson I’ll discuss several different concepts on practicing with the click. Topics included, tips on how to get more from your practice time with the click, ways to better lock with the click track, the importance of using the click track, as well as the benefits and downside. This one’s a bit long but worth the watch. Enjoy!

Billy Ashbaugh: The Triple Ratamacue

by billy ashbaugh on 11/13/2010 | 64,719 Views | 11 Comments

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In today’s lesson, I’ll break down and explain the Triple Ratamacue. Enjoy!

Billy Ashbaugh: Paradiddle Groove Workout #4

by billy ashbaugh on 11/13/2010 | 63,944 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!

7/8 Odd Time Drumming

by thedrumninja on 11/10/2010 | 1,735 Views | 0 Comments

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Some of the greatest songs ever written in rock, prog, jazz and fusion are in odd-time signatures. The problem is, what sounds good on the ear doesn't always come natural to the body so playing them can be a bit of a challenge. It is, however, much scarier in theory than it is in reality and if you break it down then slow it down you'll be surprised at how quickly you get it.    In this lesson we'll have a go at drumming in 7/8. Out of all the odd-time signatures this one feels the most natural to most drummers so lets head over to the kit and get started: How To Count There are a couple of ways to count 7/8. You can count the obvious 'one two three four five six seven' or you can break the seven down into smaller cells 'one two one two one two three' ... 'one two three one two one two'.  Choose the method that you prefer and stick with it. Forget the notion that there is a best way to count and learn to feel the p... more...

Billy Ashbaugh: Swing Part 7

by billy ashbaugh on 11/07/2010 | 60,344 Views | 6 Comments

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In today’s lesson we’re going to continue breaking up the rhythms between the kick and snare. Now, all quarter notes and last triplets only will be played on the snare and all first and last triplets will be played on the kick. Remember to concentrate on keeping a nice steady swing ride pattern with 2 and 4 on the hi-hat. Be sure to print the PDF download to get all 12 one bar patterns to practice. Enjoy!

Billy Ashbaugh: Hi-Hat Up Beat Grooves Part 2

by billy ashbaugh on 11/07/2010 | 15,518 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: Blues Shuffle #3 Workout #1

by billy ashbaugh on 11/06/2010 | 10,018 Views | 4 Comments

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Today’s lesson is going to add some more ghost notes to our hand pattern. These two tiny notes really help to propel the groove forward. Don’t forget to download the PDF file for the kick drum patterns to workout with. Enjoy!