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Rock Charts — "Don't Stand So Close To Me"

This month's Rock Chart features the hit,

Transcribed by James Morton
Sep 28, 2017

Drum Design Knowledge, Part 1: Hoops

I get many emails about equipment issues. Some are related to what gear to choose for different gigs, some are about why I use certain pieces, and some concern tuning. I’ve been involved in the design of gear for more…

by Russ Miller
Sep 27, 2017

Quintuplet Madness - Superimposing Odd Groupings

In this article we’ll play quintuplets within the space of three 16th notes. This concept can create some unique rhythmic statements, such as subtle hi-hat embellishments or twisted double-bass grooves. TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

by Aaron Edgar
Sep 27, 2017

The Importance of the Offbeat

Tracing Its Use in Rock, Pop, and Jazz

by Peter Erskine
Sep 27, 2017

Faux Double Bass Drumming

Ten Single-Pedal Variations

by Matt Starr
Sep 27, 2017
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Embellished Jazz Time

Pushing Beyond the Standard Ride Pattern

by Joel Rothman
Sep 27, 2017

Show & Studio — Chris Parker: A Day In The Life of a Studio Drummer

Ever wonder what an average day is like in the life of a studio drummer? TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

by Cheech Iero
Sep 21, 2017

Rock Charts — "The Long Run"

This month's Rock Chart features

Transcribed by James Morton
Sep 21, 2017

Drum Soloist: Billy Cobham

Blues March   From the album: Montreaux Summit Vol. I TO READ THE FULL STORY: SUBSCRIBE TO ACCESS LOG IN

Transcribed by Bobby Cleall
Sep 15, 2017

Rock N Jazz Clinic - Linear Coordination: Part II

Linear coordination is a tasteful learning concept and the groundwork for dexterous coordination and good counter-rhythm playing.

by Sal Sofia
Sep 15, 2017

Rudimental Symposium — Scottish Pipe Band Rudiments

Basically the rudiments used in Pipe Band drumming are the same as the American 26, with a few very interesting variations.

by Andy White
Sep 15, 2017

South Of The Border — Latin Rock Patterns

In this article I'll deal with a technique popularized by Steve Gadd, that incorporates Latin rhythms with contemporary drumset patterns.

by Rick Latham
Sep 15, 2017
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Get Set Up for Success Before You Hit the Stage

by Mark Schulman
Aug 30, 2017

A New Perspective

Displacing Four-Over-Three Polyrhythms

by Aaron Edgar
Aug 30, 2017
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