Complete Drums

Develops proficiency in drumming through rhythmic figures, sight reading exercises, solos, rudiments, and other techniques.

Introduces fundamental concepts of music notation, covering symbols for hands, feet, and sidestick, a foundation for grasping drumming techniques.

The components of drums, sticks, and instruments are examined, highlighting their individual parts.

Traditional and matched grip techniques are introduced for drummers, including considerations for comfort and performance.

Develops fundamental skills for effective stick control through exploration of balance point, grip dynamics, and consistent stroke height.

Note values and their correct pronunciations are covered.

Note values and their relationship to tempo are examined, including how changes in tempo impact music speed.

Introduces the concept of using tempo controllers to set specific beats per minute.

Staffs, lines, spaces, and bar lines are introduced.

Introduces fundamental concepts of time signatures, including beat counts and rhythmic patterns.

Introduces various music notation symbols used to indicate repetitive musical structures.

Dynamics refer to variations in volume and intensity, enabling composers to add nuance and emotional depth to their work.

The quarter note is introduced as a fundamental rhythm concept with four evenly spaced hits per bar.

Introduces fundamental concepts of counting and sight reading through 16 bar exercises utilizing rhythmic figures 3 and h.

Drum fills, accents, and double stroke rolls are used to create rhythmic variations.

Introduces the half note rest while incorporating previous patterns.

In music notation, eighth notes have a duration of half a count or beat in 4/4 time, and beams aid in distinguishing note groupings.

Introduces techniques for creating 16-bar rhythmic variations using figures 3 and 6.

Rhythmic figures 3 and 6 are featured in 16-bar sight reading exercises.

The rudimental technique of paradiddle is covered, emphasizing its role in enhancing memory.

Paradiddle rhythmic pattern used to craft an 8-bar solo.

Covers playing solo melodies with added bass drum and practicing paradiddles with accented notes.

Covers the principles of creating syncopated rhythms through emphasis on off-beats, with applications across multiple musical styles.

Introduces 16 core rhythmic patterns and their applications across various musical contexts.

Rhythmic variations for bass drum and snare drum are demonstrated through 14 examples of ostinatos, combinations, and patterns.

Rhythmic variations for snare drum and/or bass drum are developed through the use of unique figures.

Sixteenth notes are a basic element of music notation, influencing rhythm and tempo.

Develops sight reading skills through rhythmic exercises featuring equal and rest signs within a 16-bar framework.

Rhythmic variations for snare drum and bass drum are applied to learn sixteenth note hi-hat patterns.

Introduces basic drum patterns combining snare and bass drums with hi-hats.

Rhythmic figures and sight reading are developed through exercises based on iconic songs.

Open hi-hat techniques are introduced, covering degrees of openness and combining effects with snare and bass drums.

Rhythmic figures are combined to generate intricate musical structures.

Introduces the application of flam patterns for creating rhythmic variations on snare drum and bass drum.

Smooth chord progressions are developed through application of theoretical concepts for soloing.

Covers various rhythmic exercises for snare drum and/or bass drum, including 1-bar patterns with fills, and rhythmic variations.

Drumming exercises and patterns are covered, featuring 1-2 bar variations with fills, snare and bass drum patterns, and rhythmic figure repetitions.

Permutations of paradiddle rhythms are covered, including variations and applications.

Covers fundamental rhythmic principles through diverse sticking patterns and accentuation techniques.

Improvisation techniques focus on combining earlier examples with emphasized individual notes.

Paradiddles and permutations used to create eight-bar solos with varied fill-in patterns.

Covers fundamental techniques for creating harmonious solo piano pieces through understanding and manipulating chord progressions.

Paradiddles and inversions are applied to create rhythmic variations between bass drum and snare drum.

Introduces techniques for breaking down drum patterns into one-beat partials and combining them to create novel rhythmic variations.

Repetition counting techniques are introduced to optimize practice and enhance memory retention.

Introduces the concept of triplets as groups of three notes with equal duration to two single notes.

Eighth note triplets and rhythmic variations for snare drum and bass drum are covered, including applications in various musical styles.

The rhythmic figure of 12 and eighth note triplets with rests is covered, focusing on techniques to enhance drumming proficiency.

Techniques and nuances for performing solo piano pieces are examined.

Combines snare and bass drum rhythms with hi-hat patterns for shuffle drumming.

Develops advanced piano techniques through Solo 24 methods and enhances pianistic abilities.

Swing rhythm principles are introduced through practical exercises and examples, focusing on jazz drumming fundamentals.

Introduces rhythmic variation techniques and sight-reading exercises centered around 14th rhythmic figures and bass drum patterns.

This lesson covers sight reading exercises featuring rhythmic figures.

Combines two percent patterns with identical hi-hat rhythms to generate unique patterns.

Compound time and sixteenth-note triplets are introduced and applied.

Develops essential rudiments for enhanced stick control, rhythmic versatility, and streamlined drumming.

Transforming traditional rudiments from complex time signatures into equivalent forms using simpler 3/4 time is covered.

Music theory covers the use of 32nd notes in rhythmic patterns and musical compositions.

Introduces the concept of sixty-fourth notes and their rhythmic applications in 4/4 time signatures.

Develop skills to write consistent notation using rolls, a method employed by military and traditional music ensembles.

Develops skills in creating various stickings and applying them to diverse sound sources.

Covers combining different drumming techniques to create complex rhythms and fills.

Introduces fundamental rhythmic concepts through 16 essential sticking patterns, fostering creative expression.

Develops skills in interpreting triplet sticking patterns to generate rhythmic interest and diversity.

Understand how to record and recall information, incorporate repetition, evaluation, and integration into daily routines.

Limb order and repetition counting are emphasized in this approach to improve technique.

Accentuates groove with techniques for mastering open hi-hat exercises.

Introduces the art of playing ghost notes, a nuanced drumming technique.

Accentuated backbeats are explored in diverse rhythmic settings, including common musical contexts.

Incorporates bass drum techniques into drum fills, examining rhythmic combinations.

Harmony techniques include tied notes, where pitches are connected to create musical interest.

Notates rhythmic figures, introduces reading exercises, and covers advanced syncopation techniques.

Linear patterns for Funk and Jazz Fusion music are created and played, introducing fundamental concepts.

Covers creating a drum part, exploring tension and release through offbeats, and applying forward motion through rhythmic choices.

Covers techniques for creating and playing multiple rhythms concurrently.

Understanding 16 fundamental rhythmic variations introduces technical facility and limitless rhythmic possibilities.

Builds independence skills with 12-bar solo and ostinato exercises.

Introduces the concept of developing independence through a 12-bar solo, emphasizing rhythmic possibilities and snare drum patterns.

Develops bass drum and snare drum independence using rhythmic patterns and ostinati.

Develops jazz drumming skills through exercises and rhythms in comping, swing, and Latin styles.

Develops intro fills, anticipation techniques, and soloing skills in musical context.

Improves hand dexterity and coordination through solo exercises.

Covers chord substitution and improvisation techniques for solo playing.

Techniques for improvisational music-making inspired by famous song structures and melodies are applied.

Improves solo piano playing through targeted practice exercises and musical score study.

Covers fundamental music concepts, notation, and terminology, including pitch, intervals, chords, scales, rhythm, dynamics, and more.