Techniques
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Technique: Bembe
The Bembe is an Afro-Cuban groove with a 6/8 feel that can also be interpreted in 4/4 with triplets. The...
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The Mambo is a very complex rhythm of Afro Cuban decent. We will try to comp four different percussionists...
Read The Full FeatureTechnique: Understanding the Styles: Drum 'n' Bass
Drum ‘n’ bass is a style that has quickly become loved by drummers. But just like any style it is...
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Let’s get into some basic jazz patterns. Jazz is an animal all in itself. Now, just because you play a...
Read The Full FeatureTechnique: Understanding the Styles: Latin
Now we venture into the realm of Latin. This style can be very fun to play on drums and also very...
Read The Full FeatureTechnique: Understanding the Styles: Reggae
This month we continue our journey through the styles with reggae. There is not as much educational...
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Let’s rock on with this lesson. Now we can cover some basic rock grooves. Rock ‘n’ Roll has grown over the...
Read The Full FeatureTechnique: Understanding the Styles: Blues
This month we continue on our stylistic journey into one of my favorites, the blues. The blues is the...
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