Author: Francesco Vecchio

I’m a drummer, percussionist, composer, and music producer based in Budapest. This is my drum blog, a collection of sheet music, transcriptions, exercises, books, and other stuff related to the drums.

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Travis Barker: Box Car Racer – And I (Full Drum Transcription)

7 September 2023

We moved from jazz to classic rock, soul/funk, Latin, and Brazilian music; this time I’ll talk about something different. Well-known as the drummer of Blink-182, Travis Barker is one of the most influential musicians on the Rock scene today, who inspired a whole generation of drummers. His hyperactive and energetic drumming can be heard on … More Travis Barker: Box Car Racer – And I (Full Drum Transcription)

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3 Brazilian Drum Transcriptions (Djavan, Leny Andrade, Rosa Passos)

22 July 2023

In my latest article, I shared a playlist of 50 Brazilian songs to listen to and study. While notating the irresistible samba feel is impossible, transcriptions can help to understand and figure out the patterns, textures, and accents of samba, partido alto, and bossa nova. By listening closely to these songs, we can understand the … More 3 Brazilian Drum Transcriptions (Djavan, Leny Andrade, Rosa Passos)

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Drum Practice Playlist: Brazilian Songs Collection (Samba, Partido Alto, Bossa Nova)

7 July 2023

Brazilian music is renowned for its vibrant rhythms, irresistible melodies, and rich cultural heritage. For drummers who want to explore the exciting world of Brazilian music, mastering the rhythmic styles of genres like samba, partido alto, and bossa nova is a must. In this article, we present a collection of 50 Brazilian songs that every … More Drum Practice Playlist: Brazilian Songs Collection (Samba, Partido Alto, Bossa Nova)

James Gadson: Cheryl Lynn – Got To Be Real (Full Drum Transcription)

7 June 2023

Cheryl Lynn’s “Got To Be Real” is a timeless disco anthem that has captivated audiences since its release in 1978. It was co-written with David Paich of Toto and David Foster. The song earned a Grammy nomination in 1979, and in 2005 it was inducted into the Dance Music Hall of Fame. The powerful vocals, … More James Gadson: Cheryl Lynn – Got To Be Real (Full Drum Transcription)

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Bernard Purdie: Steely Dan – Babylon Sisters (Full Drum Transcription)

8 May 2023

With a career spanning over six decades, Bernard “Pretty” Purdie is widely renowned as the most recorded drummer of all time and the creator of the half-time shuffle groove. He has played on countless hit records (totaling over 5,000 records) of some of the biggest names in music, including Aretha Franklin, Miles Davis, Ray Charles, … More Bernard Purdie: Steely Dan – Babylon Sisters (Full Drum Transcription)