Paradiddle in 12/8
Ginger Baker
Play groups of 4 with the accent on the first beat. Play this pattern in 12/8 to hear the 3 over 4 feel. Then switch to paradiddles.
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Linear Drum Beat
Ilan Rubin
Learn the R,L,F and L,R,F combinations slowly and lightly with an emphasis on moving from the forearm/elbow.
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Toto - 'Africa' Drum Beat
Jeff Porcaro
Play the bass drum hits on beat 1 & 3 slightly louder to create more of a bossa nova/samba feel.
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Filling Time - Chapter 2 (sample)
Kev O'Shea
Convert simple hand-to-hand patterns into advanced linear sticking patterns...
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Alternating Linear Fill
Kev O'Shea
Play the linear pattern without accents. Next accent every third note, alternating between hand and foot. Switch hands.
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Linear-Type Beat
Vinnie Colaiuta
Practise cross-handed sticking between splashes and cymbals.
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