Drum Lessons

Buddy Rich Sixes

This is a six stroke pattern in triplets using the ride cymbal, snare and bass drum. You can play this pattern starting on any of the six notes.

2 Cross Sticking Patterns

Use a palm up technique to strike the floor tom, then palm down on the hihat.

'Immigrant Song' Drum Beat

Practise the bass drum double separately then introduce the hands.

Syncopated Groove

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

Filling Time - Chapter 2 (sample)

Convert simple hand-to-hand patterns into advanced linear sticking patterns...

'50 Ways To Leave Your Lover' - Drum Intro

Practise linear patterns between hands and hihat pedal.