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In this new episode, I’ll share an 8th-note triplet drum fill that will give you a different perspective on rudiments, stickings, and phrasing. We’ll arrange and play the concept of this lesson in a jazz context, but you can easily apply it to other genres and styles, enhancing your drumming. Differently from most drum fills, … More A Fill for Every Season #9
In this new episode, we explore the Samai Thaqil, a rhythm originating and used in traditional belly dance music, adapting it to the drumset. “Belly dance” is a Western umbrella term encompassing various dance styles originating from countries in the Middle East, North Africa, Eastern Europe (the Balkans), and Mediterranean Sea areas. The accompanying music … More Rhythms From the World #3 – Samai Thaqil
The drum fill for this new episode involves displacing a drum phrase over the beat. As shown in the figure below, the main idea consists of three 8th notes: two 16th notes on the tom, one 8th note on the floor tom, and one 8th note on the snare in unison with the crash cymbal. … More A Fill for Every Season #8
In 1974, Deep Purple released the album Burn, which included the title track as the opener. The impact of “Burn” was impressive, becoming one of the most iconic songs in rock history and contributing to the origin of progressive and heavy metal. The timeless guitar riff and solo, Jon Lord’s Hammond organ work, the soaring … More Ian Paice: Deep Purple – Burn (Full Drum Transcription)
I’m thrilled to announce a partnership with the renowned European music store Thomann. On my “Pro Drum Gear” affiliate page, you will find 20 professional drum products and accessories to elevate your drumming to the next level. I don’t get paid to sponsor these products, but I earn a small commission for every product purchased. … More Thomann Affiliate Page
With this second episode, we explore the Pambiche, a style of music and dance related to Merengue that originated in the Dominican Republic in the mid-19th century. It features rhythms and instrumentation similar to Merengue but has a distinct flavor. Pambiche is often associated with the eastern region of the Dominican Republic, particularly in areas … More Rhythms From the World #2 – Pambiche
Here we are with a new drum practice playlist dedicated to the master Steve Gadd. The collection includes 20 songs of some of his timeless works with Chick Corea, Steely Dan, Paul Simon, Eric Clapton, and many others. The playlist is available on YouTube and Spotify, and if you find it useful, share it with your … More Steve Gadd Grooves Collection
In this new episode, we uncover one of the most creative and impressive drum parts ever recorded. “Fool in the Rain” by Led Zeppelin, from the album In Through the Out Door (1979), is a tune embracing rock and samba with a solid rhythm section and a captivating arrangement, resulting in a timeless hit. The … More John Bonham: Led Zeppelin – Fool in the Rain (Full Drum Transcription)
In this seventh episode, I’ll share an 8th-note triplet drum fill based on a defined sticking pattern. The key to mastering this idea is to memorize the sticking: LRR LRL. So, we start applying the sticking in an 8th note triplet subdivision on the snare, possibly playing the bass drum or hi-hat in quarter notes. … More A Fill for Every Season #7
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