3 Pedals 2 Feet
Benny Greb
A Dennis Chambers-inspired 'fat foot' technique which involves playing the hihat and slave bass pedal together.
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32nd Note Fill
Chris Coleman
Work on the basic 6 note pattern between the hands and feet (RLRLFF).
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Toto - 'Mushanga'
Jeff Porcaro
Be aware of the dynamics Jeff uses to create this feel. Some drums are accented, others are tapped lightly.
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Quintuplets - Groups of 5
Kev O'Shea
More information is covered in my book 'Filling Time'.
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U2 - 'Sunday Bloody Sunday' Drum Intro
Larry Mullen Jr.
Try to play each drum at the same dynamic level to create the marching feel of this song.
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Drum Solo Excerpt
Steve Gadd
Pay attention to Steve's masterful use of dynamics and timing...
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