Drum Lessons


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Red Hot Chili Peppers - 'Dani California' Intro


Chad Smith

Work on one-handed ruffs, bass drum double-strokes and, of course, timing and feel...
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Drum Groove and Fill


Dave Elitch

Play R,L,F and L,R,F to very slowly to a metronome as 16th notes. This three over four feel will help you understand the rhythm.
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Syncopated Groove


Keith Carlock

Master the Swiss Army Tap to allow you to play syncopated patterns like this one.
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Doubling Up


Kev O'Shea

You may need to experiment with different bass pedal settings to find the right spring tension for you.
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32nd Note Inverted Doubles


Kev O'Shea

With inverted doubles the pulse will be felt on the second stroke. Practise at low tempos to begin with.
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'50 Ways To Leave Your Lover' - Drum Intro


Steve Gadd

Practise linear patterns between hands and hihat pedal.
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