Drum Lessons


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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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'Immigrant Song' Drum Beat


John Bonham

Practise the bass drum double separately then introduce the hands.
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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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Unison Fill


Kev O'Shea

Practise moving from flams to unison and back again to improve accuracy. This example is mostly finger work.
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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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'50 Ways To Leave Your Lover' - Drum Intro


Steve Gadd

Practise linear patterns between hands and hihat pedal.
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