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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The Bonhadiddle (Moby Dick)


John Bonham

Happens around the 2 minute mark. Swap the double 'L' in a regular paradiddle for 2 bass drum strokes.
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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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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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Foo Fighters ‘Rope’


Taylor Hawkins

Practise playing the bass drum with the crash cymbal on your weaker hand (See bar 3) @ 2mins 50.
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Linear-Type Beat


Vinnie Colaiuta

Practise cross-handed sticking between splashes and cymbals.
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