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Fast Groove Builder

by Karl Price

Contents

2 Introduction

3 Musical Symbols Builder

4 Reader Builder 1 - Quarter, Eighth, and 2 Beat Notes

5 Reader Builder 2 - Quarter and Eighth Note Mix

6 Rudiments Builder - Single Stroke, Double Stroke and Single Paradiddle

7 Groove Builder 1 - Quarter Notes on the hi-hat

8 Groove Builder 2 - Eighth Notes on the hi-hat

9 Groove Builder 3 - Upbeat Eighth Notes on the hi-hat

10 Groove Builder 4 - Kick and Snare Mix with Quarter Notes on the hi-hat

11 Groove Builder 5 - Kick and Snare Mix with Eighth Notes on the hi-hat

12 Groove Builder 6 - Kick and Snare Mix with Upbeat Eighth Notes on the hi-hat

13 Fill-in Builder 1 - Single Strokes

14 Fill-in Builder 2 - Double Strokes

15 Fill-in Builder 3 - Single Paradiddle

16 Fill-in Builder 4 - Stick and Kick Mix

17 Fill-in Builder 5 - Stick and Kick Mix 2

18 Melodic Builder 1 - Kit Mix

19 Melodic Builder 2 - Kit Mix

20 Closing Remarks

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IntroductionFast Groove Builder

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Welcome to the Fast Groove Builder!

The Fast Groove Builder is the first in a series of five drum eBooks. As the title implies, the books have been designed to present essential drum and groove building concepts in an efficient and systematic way.

First, we will begin by looking at all the musical symbols that we will use in the Fast Groove Builder.Second, we will look at some simple note reading exercises to get familiar with rhythm and tempo.Thirdly, we will learn the starter rudiments: single strokes, double strokes, and single paradiddle.Following on from this we will begin work on the "Grooves" section. Simple quarter and eighth note grooves to start, with more complex patterns to follow.Next up we will look at some Fill-ins using the starter rudiments we learned in chapter two. Also in thissection, we will try out some combination fill-ins with the kick and snare.In the final chapter of the eBook, we will put all the rhythmic building concepts together and exploresome melodic ideas using the different sounds of the drum kit.

The Reader BuilderAlthough learning to read music is not essential when learning a musical instrument, it can be a valuableasset in many ways. For instance, you won't be able to take full advantage of learning the rhythms in thiseBook if you don't learn how to read the notation. Secondly, many professional musical settings requiremusicians to read music; if you can't, then you won't get the gig! Also, it can also be useful as a second memory: How are we going to remember the rhythms, fills and song structures of 20-30 compositions? If you can read and write music notation, you don't have to sweat and struggle to remember them!

The Rudiments BuilderRudiments (elementary strokes) are essential in learning to play the drums. They are the basis of all thepatterns we as drummers, play. The three rudiments that are presented in this chapter are what I wouldrefer to as "core" rudiments. Every other rudiment or sticking pattern is a combination of them.

The Groove BuilderThis is essentially what the first eBook is about: building grooves! It is the drummer's role to groove,to keep good time, and bring vitality to the music. Some of the patterns in the latter pages of this sectionare challenging for a starter drum eBook. However, I am confident that you can master them and makethem sound and feel vibrant.

The Fill-in BuilderAs drummers, we play more than just grooves. We play fill-ins to embellish grooves or to set up newsections of music. To do this we will use the rudiments we learned in the Rudiments Builder. We willorchestrate them around the drum kit and then try out some stick & kick combinations.

The Melodic BuilderAlthough our primary role as drummers is rhythm and time-keeping, we do need to develop some awarenessand skill in playing melody. The 'toms' are an obvious vehicle for this as they offer us different pitches or tonesgrouped together. Here we will create melodic rhythms on the toms while keeping the backbeat strong betweenthe kick and snare.

Before you dive into the Fast Groove Builder, most important of all is to remember that playing drums is anartform. Although you can gain some technique and control after a few months, it takes dedicated practice to reach higher levels of playing ability. You really have to love playing drums to succeed. Enjoy your playing!

Good luck and best wishes

Karl

Musical Symbols BuilderDrum LearnFast Groove Builder

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The Staff or StaveMusic is written on 5 horizonatal lines called a Staff. Other lines called Ledgerlines are used both higher and lower toadd further instruments and notes.

The Staff or StaveMusic is written on 5 horizonatal lines called a Staff. Other lines called Ledgerlines are used both higher and lower toadd further instruments and notes.

The Percussion ClefWritten music has a symbol knownas a clef positioned at the start ofeach new line of music. The clefsignifies what kind of instrumentor voice the music is written for.

The Percussion ClefWritten music has a symbol knownas a clef positioned at the start ofeach new line of music. The clefsignifies what kind of instrumentor voice the music is written for.

The Time SignatureHere we have 4 / 4. The top numberindicates how many beats per bar.The bottom number indicates thetime value of each beat. Therefore, 4/4 is 4 quarter beats per bar. A baris what you see below, marked by a vertical line across the staff at theend of the notes.

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The Time SignatureHere we have 4 / 4. The top numberindicates how many beats per bar.The bottom number indicates thetime value of each beat. Therefore, 4/4 is 4 quarter beats per bar. A baris what you see below, marked by a vertical line across the staff at theend of the notes.

= 60

The Tempo DirectionThis is ususally signified bya musical note and a number.The note signifies the beatvalue while the number tellsyou howmany beats per minute.Below we have 60 quarterbeats per minute.

= 60

The Tempo DirectionThis is ususally signified bya musical note and a number.The note signifies the beatvalue while the number tellsyou howmany beats per minute.Below we have 60 quarterbeats per minute.

The Quarter Note & Rest (Crotchet)The quarter note is the basic pulse of most musical styles. It is made up of a note headand stem. Next to the note is the quarter rest. It is a wavy line which indicates thatyou should remain silent for a quarterduration.

The 1 Bar Repeat SignThis is represented by a slashacross the staff with two dotseither side. It indicates to repeatthe previous bar of music.

The Quarter Note & Rest (Crotchet)The quarter note is the basic pulse of most musical styles. It is made up of a note headand stem. Next to the note is the quarter rest. It is a wavy line which indicates thatyou should remain silent for a quarterduration.

The 1 Bar Repeat SignThis is represented by a slashacross the staff with two dotseither side. It indicates to repeatthe previous bar of music.

The Eighth Note & Rest (Quaver)This note has a curved line known as a 'Flag' drooping down to theright side. The rest looks a bit likethe number 7. It is placed in thethird space on the staff.

The Repeat SignThis is a double bar line with 2 dotsin the second and third spaces of thestaff. It can indicate to repeat a baror a section of music.

The Eighth Note & Rest (Quaver)This note has a curved line known as a 'Flag' drooping down to theright side. The rest looks a bit likethe number 7. It is placed in thethird space on the staff.

The Repeat SignThis is a double bar line with 2 dotsin the second and third spaces of thestaff. It can indicate to repeat a baror a section of music.

The 2 Beat Note & Rest (Minim)Here the note head is not filled in.It has a regular stem like the quarternote. The rest is a rectangular blockthat sits on the staff line.

The Double Bar LineThis comes in two forms:It can either mean the end of a section of music; or the end ofa composition.

The 2 Beat Note & Rest (Minim)Here the note head is not filled in.It has a regular stem like the quarternote. The rest is a rectangular blockthat sits on the staff line.

The Double Bar LineThis comes in two forms:It can either mean the end of a section of music; or the end ofa composition.

The Medium AccentThis is an arrow-like symbol.It means to accentuate thenote - make it louder thanthe other notes.

The 4 Beat Note & Rest (Semibreve)Here we just have the note head onit's own. The note head is not filledin. The rest is similar to the 2 beatrest. The difference is that the 4 beatrest hangs from the staff line.

The Medium AccentThis is an arrow-like symbol.It means to accentuate thenote - make it louder thanthe other notes.

The 4 Beat Note & Rest (Semibreve)Here we just have the note head onit's own. The note head is not filledin. The rest is similar to the 2 beatrest. The difference is that the 4 beatrest hangs from the staff line.

The Musical Key

1 3 42Key

2. Kick Drum3. 3rd Tom (floor tom)

4. Snare Drum

At the beginning of a composition or drum music book, we usually find what's known as the Musical Key. This is a breakdown of where on the staff all the voices of the dum kit can be found.

1. Hi-Hat foot

1 3 42Key

2. Kick Drum3. 3rd Tom (floor tom)

4. Snare Drum

At the beginning of a composition or drum music book, we usually find what's known as the Musical Key. This is a breakdown of where on the staff all the voices of the dum kit can be found.

1. Hi-Hat foot

5 6 7 8

5. Side stick6. 2nd Tom

7. 1st Tom8. Cowbell

5 6 7 8

5. Side stick6. 2nd Tom

7. 1st Tom8. Cowbell

9 10 11 12

9. Ride Cymbal

10. Ride Cymbal Bell

12. Crash Cymbal11. Hi-Hat (with stick)

9 10 11 12

9. Ride Cymbal

10. Ride Cymbal Bell

12. Crash Cymbal11. Hi-Hat (with stick)

o x

o x

13 14

15 16

16. Closed Hi-Hat (foot)13. Open Hi-Hat (with stick)14. Closed Hi-Hat (with stick)15 Open Hi-Hat (foot)

o x

o x

13 14

15 16

16. Closed Hi-Hat (foot)13. Open Hi-Hat (with stick)14. Closed Hi-Hat (with stick)15 Open Hi-Hat (foot)

Drum Music Notation Example

o x

Below, arranged on the Staff, we have an illustration of some drum notation.

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o x

Below, arranged on the Staff, we have an illustration of some drum notation.

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Reader Builder 1- Quarter, Eighth, & 2 Beat Notes

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Click Count 1 2 3 4

The Quarter Note Pulse (Quarter Notes) - Ex 1 & 2 The Quarter Note is the rhythmic pulse of most popular music. It is that to which you tap your foot or clap your hands. On the drum kit this pulse is oftenplayed between the kick and snare drum, while the hi-hat or ride cymbal plays the subdivision notes. In this first exercise we will play the quarter note pulseon the snare drum alternating the hands in the form of a single stroke roll: R L R L ... First, play the 1 bar exercise at a moderate tempo (not too fast and nottoo slow) making sure the time duration between each stroke is even. In Ex 2 we will introduce the quarter note rest. In this exercise the rest is placed onbeats 2 and 4. Here we will play beats 1 and 3 and count the rests on beats 2 and 4.

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1 2 3 4

The Quarter Note Pulse (Quarter Notes) - Ex 1 & 2 The Quarter Note is the rhythmic pulse of most popular music. It is that to which you tap your foot or clap your hands. On the drum kit this pulse is oftenplayed between the kick and snare drum, while the hi-hat or ride cymbal plays the subdivision notes. In this first exercise we will play the quarter note pulseon the snare drum alternating the hands in the form of a single stroke roll: R L R L ... First, play the 1 bar exercise at a moderate tempo (not too fast and nottoo slow) making sure the time duration between each stroke is even. In Ex 2 we will introduce the quarter note rest. In this exercise the rest is placed onbeats 2 and 4. Here we will play beats 1 and 3 and count the rests on beats 2 and 4.

1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4Ex 1

R L R L R R

1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4Ex 1

R L R L R R

Ex 2

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1 2 3 4

The Eighth Note Subdivision (Eighth Notes) - Ex 3In popular music, eighth note subdivisions are usually played on the hi-hat. This is especially the case in styles such as rock, funk and ballads.An eighth note hi-hat or cymbal pattern helps to keep the kick and snare punctuations in steady time. When two or more eighth notes are written, they are very often joined together by a 'beam' which is placed across the top of the notes. Eighth notesare written using a single beam. As with the quarter notes, we will play through the eighth note exercise using the single stroke roll: R L R L...Playthe right stick on beats 1,2,3 and 4 (which are known as the 'Downbeats') and the left stick on the 'an' of beats 1,2,3 and 4 (which are known as 'Upbeats'or 'Offbeats').

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1 2 3 4

The Eighth Note Subdivision (Eighth Notes) - Ex 3In popular music, eighth note subdivisions are usually played on the hi-hat. This is especially the case in styles such as rock, funk and ballads.An eighth note hi-hat or cymbal pattern helps to keep the kick and snare punctuations in steady time. When two or more eighth notes are written, they are very often joined together by a 'beam' which is placed across the top of the notes. Eighth notesare written using a single beam. As with the quarter notes, we will play through the eighth note exercise using the single stroke roll: R L R L...Playthe right stick on beats 1,2,3 and 4 (which are known as the 'Downbeats') and the left stick on the 'an' of beats 1,2,3 and 4 (which are known as 'Upbeats'or 'Offbeats').

1 an 2 an 3 an 4 an 1 an 2 an 3 an 4 an

Ex 3

R L R L R L R L R L L R L R L

1 an 2 an 3 an 4 an 1 an 2 an 3 an 4 an

Ex 3

R L R L R L R L R L L R L R L

Ex 4

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1 2 3 4

Eighth Notes & Rests - Ex 4When an eighth note is written as a single note, it is tagged with what's known as a 'Flag'. If you look at the 'an' of 2 in exercise 2, above, you will see whatan eighth note with a 'flag' looks like. An eighth note rest is placed on beat 2 in the same exercise; it looks a little like the number '7'. Play through the exercisewith a single stroke roll as indicated by the sticking below the notation.

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1 2 3 4

Eighth Notes & Rests - Ex 4When an eighth note is written as a single note, it is tagged with what's known as a 'Flag'. If you look at the 'an' of 2 in exercise 2, above, you will see whatan eighth note with a 'flag' looks like. An eighth note rest is placed on beat 2 in the same exercise; it looks a little like the number '7'. Play through the exercisewith a single stroke roll as indicated by the sticking below the notation.

R L L R R R L R L L R

1 an 2 an 3 an 4 an 1 an 2 an 3 an 4 anEx 5

Quarter and Eighth Notes / Rests - Ex 5Here we will mix together in a 2 bar phrase, the notes and rests we have looked at thus far. We will use an eighth note count to help us play through both bars,as this covers all the sudivisions of the notes we are using. You can play through the exercise with one hand at first, until you become familiar with the rhythm.

R L L R R R L R L L R


Quarter and Eighth Notes / Rests - Ex 5Here we will mix together in a 2 bar phrase, the notes and rests we have looked at thus far. We will use an eighth note count to help us play through both bars,as this covers all the sudivisions of the notes we are using. You can play through the exercise with one hand at first, until you become familiar with the rhythm.

Click Count

1 2 3 4

2 Beat Notes & Rests (Minims) - Ex 6A 2 beat note is worth 2 quarter note beats. If you look at one of the 2 beat notes you will see that the note head is not filled in.A 2 beat rest is a small rectangular block that sits on the Staff line. You can see an example of a 2 beat rest on the first beat of the second bar. We will count the quarter note pulse through the exercise. As these notes are of long duration, play through theexercise with one hand.

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1 2 3 4

2 Beat Notes & Rests (Minims) - Ex 6A 2 beat note is worth 2 quarter note beats. If you look at one of the 2 beat notes you will see that the note head is not filled in.A 2 beat rest is a small rectangular block that sits on the Staff line. You can see an example of a 2 beat rest on the first beat of the second bar. We will count the quarter note pulse through the exercise. As these notes are of long duration, play through theexercise with one hand.

1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4

Ex 6

1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4

Ex 6

Click Count

1 2 3 4

Quarter Notes, Eighth Notes, and 2 Beat Notes - Ex 7Now we will put together what we've learned from the previous six exercises. I would play through this final three bar exercise with one hand, so you can concentrate on playing the correct time duration for each of the notes. For most of this exercise, we will use a quarter note count, apart from when eighthnotes are played. In the exercise we will use this count for the 'an' of 4 in bar two and the 'an' of 2 in bar 3.

44 Click Count

1 2 3 4

Quarter Notes, Eighth Notes, and 2 Beat Notes - Ex 7Now we will put together what we've learned from the previous six exercises. I would play through this final three bar exercise with one hand, so you can concentrate on playing the correct time duration for each of the notes. For most of this exercise, we will use a quarter note count, apart from when eighthnotes are played. In the exercise we will use this count for the 'an' of 4 in bar two and the 'an' of 2 in bar 3.

1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 an 1 2 an 3 4Ex 7

1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 an 1 2 an 3 4Ex 7

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Reader Builder 2

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- Quarter & Eighth Note Mix

Click Count1 2 3 4

Quarter & Eighth Notes - Ex 8Here are some examples of combinations of quarter and eighth notes. At first, play through the exercises with one hand, then alternate hands.In the first sticking example the right hand plays all the downbeats, while the left plays upbeats. In the second sticking, we will try to playalternate hands through the two bars.

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1 2 3 4

Quarter & Eighth Notes - Ex 8Here are some examples of combinations of quarter and eighth notes. At first, play through the exercises with one hand, then alternate hands.In the first sticking example the right hand plays all the downbeats, while the left plays upbeats. In the second sticking, we will try to playalternate hands through the two bars.

1 2 an 3 an 4 1 an 2 an 3 an 4

R R L R L R R L R L R L R R L R L R L R L R L R L R

Ex 8

1 2 an 3 an 4 1 an 2 an 3 an 4

R R L R L R R L R L R L R R L R L R L R L R L R L R

Ex 8

Click Count

Quarter & Eighth Notes - Ex 9

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Quarter & Eighth Notes - Ex 9

1 2 3 4

Ex 9

1 an 2 3 4 1 an 2 3 an 4 an

R L R R R R L R R L R LR L R L R L R L R L R L

Ex 9

1 an 2 3 4 1 an 2 3 an 4 an

R L R R R R L R R L R LR L R L R L R L R L R L

Click Count

Quarters, Eighths & Eighth Note Rests - Ex 10In this excerise we will introduce the term, 'syncopation'. Syncopation generally refers to mixedupbeat and downbeat rhythms. The first bar of the exercise is an example of this type of rhythm.


Quarters, Eighths & Eighth Note Rests - Ex 10In this excerise we will introduce the term, 'syncopation'. Syncopation generally refers to mixedupbeat and downbeat rhythms. The first bar of the exercise is an example of this type of rhythm.

1 2 3 4 1 an 2 an 3 4 1 an 2 3 an 4

R L R L R L R L R L R R L L R R R L R R L R

Ex 10

1 an 2 an 3 4 1 an 2 3 an 4

R L R L R L R L R L R R L L R R R L R R L R

Ex 10

Click Count1 2 3 4

Quarters, Eighths & Quarter Note Rests - Ex 11Continuing the syncopation theme, we will now play this type of rhythm across the bar line, creating a latin feel.

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1 2 3 4

Quarters, Eighths & Quarter Note Rests - Ex 11Continuing the syncopation theme, we will now play this type of rhythm across the bar line, creating a latin feel.

1 2 3 an 4 an 1 2 an 3 an 4

R R L L R R L L

Ex 11

1 2 3 an 4 an 1 2 an 3 an 4

R R L L R R L L

Ex 11

Click Count

Note Mix - Ex 12In this final exercise we will play a 4 bar phrase using quarter and eighth notes. To begin with, play through it with one hand; then try alternate strokes.


Note Mix - Ex 12In this final exercise we will play a 4 bar phrase using quarter and eighth notes. To begin with, play through it with one hand; then try alternate strokes.

1 2 3 4

Ex 12

1 2 3 an 4 1 an 2 3 4 an 1 2 an 3 an 4 1 an 2 3 4 Ex 12

1 2 3 an 4 1 an 2 3 4 an 1 2 an 3 an 4 1 an 2 3 4

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Rudiments BuilderFast Groove Builder

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- Single & Double StrokesSingle Paradiddle

Click Count1 2 3 4

Single Stroke Roll - Ex 13The Single Stroke Roll is usually the first rudiment (elementary stroke) that is taught. It is a simple pattern of alternating the right and left hands.When playing the roll, try leading with both the right and left hands. This way you will gain a feel for playing left hand lead. Along with the handswe will play an alternating quarter note pattern between the kick and hi-hat foot. When you close the hi-hat cymbals with your foot, make sure theythey don't ring or splash open. Firstly, play through the exercise without the kick and hi-hat foot. Then add the kick and hi-hat foot when you havedeveloped a feel for the roll.

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1 2 3 4

Single Stroke Roll - Ex 13The Single Stroke Roll is usually the first rudiment (elementary stroke) that is taught. It is a simple pattern of alternating the right and left hands.When playing the roll, try leading with both the right and left hands. This way you will gain a feel for playing left hand lead. Along with the handswe will play an alternating quarter note pattern between the kick and hi-hat foot. When you close the hi-hat cymbals with your foot, make sure theythey don't ring or splash open. Firstly, play through the exercise without the kick and hi-hat foot. Then add the kick and hi-hat foot when you havedeveloped a feel for the roll.

R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R LEx 13

R L R L R L R L R L R L R L R LEx 13

Click Count1 2 3 4

Double Stroke Roll - Ex 14The Double Stroke Roll is two strokes played with one hand, followed by two strokes with the other hand. Marching snare drummersor Pipe band drummers play many variations of this rudiment (5 stroke, 6 stroke, 7 stroke rolls etc) in their compositions. To begin with, play through the exercise without the kick and hi-hat foot.

44 Click Count

1 2 3 4

Double Stroke Roll - Ex 14The Double Stroke Roll is two strokes played with one hand, followed by two strokes with the other hand. Marching snare drummersor Pipe band drummers play many variations of this rudiment (5 stroke, 6 stroke, 7 stroke rolls etc) in their compositions. To begin with, play through the exercise without the kick and hi-hat foot.

R R L L R R L L R R L L R R L L

Ex 14

R R L L R R L L R R L L R R L L

Ex 14

Click Count1 2 3 4

Single Paradiddle - Ex 15The Single Paradiddle is a combination of the Single and Double Stroke Rolls. Here we have two single strokes (R L)followed by a double stroke (R R). The first note of each paradiddle is marked with an accent. This means to play thefirst note louder than the non-accented notes. Try playing through the exercise both with and without the accent.

44 Click Count

1 2 3 4

Single Paradiddle - Ex 15The Single Paradiddle is a combination of the Single and Double Stroke Rolls. Here we have two single strokes (R L)followed by a double stroke (R R). The first note of each paradiddle is marked with an accent. This means to play thefirst note louder than the non-accented notes. Try playing through the exercise both with and without the accent.

R L R R L R L L R L R R L R L LEx 15

R L R R L R L L R L R R L R L L

Ex 15

Click Count1 2 3 4

Single & Double Stroke Roll - Ex 16We will now put the Single and Double Stroke Roll together. It is important to pay attention to the rhythm and soundthat you make when switching from single stroke to double stroke. Maintaining good consistancy of feel and soundis important.

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1 2 3 4

Single & Double Stroke Roll - Ex 16We will now put the Single and Double Stroke Roll together. It is important to pay attention to the rhythm and soundthat you make when switching from single stroke to double stroke. Maintaining good consistancy of feel and soundis important.

R L R L R L R L R R L L R R L L

Ex 16

R L R L R L R L R R L L R R L L

Ex 16

Click Count1 2 3 4

Singles, Doubles, & Single Paradiddle - Ex 17Here we will put all three rudiments together in a 3 bar sequence. Remember to work on stroke accuracy and sound.Stay relaxed so that your finger, hand and arm muscles can work well for you.

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1 2 3 4

Singles, Doubles, & Single Paradiddle - Ex 17Here we will put all three rudiments together in a 3 bar sequence. Remember to work on stroke accuracy and sound.Stay relaxed so that your finger, hand and arm muscles can work well for you.

R L R L R L R L R R L L R R L L R L R R L R L L

Single Stroke Double Stroke Single ParadiddleEx 17

R L R L R L R L R R L L R R L L R L R R L R L L

Single Stroke Double Stroke Single ParadiddleEx 17


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Groove Builder 1Fast Groove Builder

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- Quarter Notes on the hi-hat

Click Count 1 2 3 4

1 We will begin with a simple rock beat. The hi-hat is played on all four beats of the bar. The snare is played on beats 2 & 4, while the kick drum is played on beats 1 & 3. To start with, play the groove at a moderate tempo.

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1 2 3 4

1 We will begin with a simple rock beat. The hi-hat is played on all four beats of the bar. The snare is played on beats 2 & 4, while the kick drum is played on beats 1 & 3. To start with, play the groove at a moderate tempo.

hi-hatsnarekick

Ex 1

1 2 3 4

hi-hat

snarekick

Ex 1

1 2 3 4 Click Count

2 Here we will add a second 'kick' on the 'an' of beats 1 & 3.

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2 Here we will add a second 'kick' on the 'an' of beats 1 & 3.

Ex 2

1 an 2 3 an 4

Ex 2

1 an 2 3 an 4

Click Count

3 Now we will play what is sometimes referred to as '4 on the floor'. Here you can see that the kick drum is played on every quarter beat together with the hi-hat.

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3 Now we will play what is sometimes referred to as '4 on the floor'. Here you can see that the kick drum is played on every quarter beat together with the hi-hat.

Ex 31 2 3 4

Ex 3

1 2 3 4 Click Count

4 This is an eighth note workout on the kick drum. Here the kick drum is played on every eighth note within the bar: 1 an 2 an 3 an 4 an

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4 This is an eighth note workout on the kick drum. Here the kick drum is played on every eighth note within the bar: 1 an 2 an 3 an 4 an

Ex 4

1 an 2 an 3 an 4 an

Ex 4

1 an 2 an 3 an 4 an

Click Count

5 Often, this kick rhythm is one of the most difficult of the starter beats. It is the offbeat 'kick' on the 'an' of 2 & 4 that takes a little patience to master.

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5 Often, this kick rhythm is one of the most difficult of the starter beats. It is the offbeat 'kick' on the 'an' of 2 & 4 that takes a little patience to master.

1 2 an 3 4 an

Ex 5

1 2 an 3 4 an

Ex 5Click Count

6 With this rhythm, the kick drum is played on the 'an' of each quarter beat.

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6 With this rhythm, the kick drum is played on the 'an' of each quarter beat.

1 an 2 an 3 an 4 an

Ex 6

1 an 2 an 3 an 4 an

Ex 6

Click Count

7 Here we have the first of the snare drum variations. We will play an extra snare note on the 'an' of 2 & 4.

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7 Here we have the first of the snare drum variations. We will play an extra snare note on the 'an' of 2 & 4.

1 2 an 3 4 anEx 7

1 2 an 3 4 an

Ex 7

Click Count

8 We will add a snare note on the 'an' of 1 & 3. The hi-hat is played on every quarter note.

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8 We will add a snare note on the 'an' of 1 & 3. The hi-hat is played on every quarter note.

1 an 2 3 an 4Ex 8

1 an 2 3 an 4Ex 8

Click Count

9 Here we will further develop our left hand on the snare. We will play three eighth notes in a row from the 'an' of beat 1 to the 'an' of beat 2. This can be tricky to begin with. Take your time and you will master it!

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9 Here we will further develop our left hand on the snare. We will play three eighth notes in a row from the 'an' of beat 1 to the 'an' of beat 2. This can be tricky to begin with. Take your time and you will master it!

1 an 2 an 3 4Ex 9

1 an 2 an 3 4

Ex 9

Click Count

10 This groove is a combination of grooves 7 & 8 with groove 9 - a good challenge to finish Groove Builder 1.

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10 This groove is a combination of grooves 7 & 8 with groove 9 - a good challenge to finish Groove Builder 1.

1 2 an 3 an 4 1 an 2 an 3 4Ex 10

1 2 an 3 an 4 1 an 2 an 3 4

Ex 10



Groove Builder 2

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- Eighth Notes on the hi-hat

Click Count

1 A simple eighth note rock beat.


1 A simple eighth note rock beat.

1 2 3 4 1 an 2 an 3 an 4 an

Ex 11

With Groove Builder 2 we will play eighth notes on the hi-hat with all the kick drum patterns that we used in Groove Builder 1. By playing eighth notes onthe hi-hat we are now playing the upbeats (the 'an') of every quarter note beat. If you like, you can play a slight accent on beats 1, 2, 3 and 4, to emphasizethe quarter note pulse. This is the way most drummers play eighth notes on the hi-hat.

1 an 2 an 3 an 4 an

Ex 11

With Groove Builder 2 we will play eighth notes on the hi-hat with all the kick drum patterns that we used in Groove Builder 1. By playing eighth notes onthe hi-hat we are now playing the upbeats (the 'an') of every quarter note beat. If you like, you can play a slight accent on beats 1, 2, 3 and 4, to emphasizethe quarter note pulse. This is the way most drummers play eighth notes on the hi-hat.

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2 Add a 'kick' on the 'an' of beat 1 & 3.

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2 Add a 'kick' on the 'an' of beat 1 & 3.

1 an 2 3 an 4

Ex 12

1 an 2 3 an 4

Ex 12

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3 "4-on-the-Floor"

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3 "4-on-the-Floor"

1 2 3 4 Ex 13

1 2 3 4

Ex 13

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4 Kick drum plays on every eighth note.

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4 Kick drum plays on every eighth note.

1 an 2 an 3 an 4 an

Ex 14

1 an 2 an 3 an 4 an

Ex 14

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5 Upbeat kick on the 'an' of beats 2 & 4.

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5 Upbeat kick on the 'an' of beats 2 & 4.

1 2 an 3 4 an

Ex 15

1 2 an 3 4 an

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6 Kick drum is played on the 'an' of each quarter beat.

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6 Kick drum is played on the 'an' of each quarter beat.

1 an 2 an 3 an 4 an

Ex 16

1 an 2 an 3 an 4 an

Ex 16

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7 Add a snare on the 'an' of beats 2 & 4.

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1 an 2 an 3 an 4 anEx 17

1 an 2 an 3 an 4 an

Ex 17

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1 an 2 an 3 an 4 an

Ex 18

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9 One for developing the left hand.

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9 One for developing the left hand.



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10 A combination of grooves 7, 8 and 9.

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10 A combination of grooves 7, 8 and 9.





Groove Builder 3

9

- Upbeat Eighth Notes on the hi-hat

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1 This is a dance or disco style beat.


1 This is a dance or disco style beat.

1 2 3 4

Ex 21

1 an 2 an 3 an 4 an

With Groove Builder 3 we will now play an upbeat hi-hat pattern with all the kick drum rhythms from Groove Builder 1. You have a choice how you playthis hi-hat rhythm: you can either tap the hi-hat on the top of the cymbal with the tip of the stick, or strike it on the side with the shoulder of the stick. Youcan use both techniques for soft and loud volume levels: top of the hi-hat for soft; side of the hi-hat for medium to loud volume levels.

Ex 21

1 an 2 an 3 an 4 an

With Groove Builder 3 we will now play an upbeat hi-hat pattern with all the kick drum rhythms from Groove Builder 1. You have a choice how you playthis hi-hat rhythm: you can either tap the hi-hat on the top of the cymbal with the tip of the stick, or strike it on the side with the shoulder of the stick. Youcan use both techniques for soft and loud volume levels: top of the hi-hat for soft; side of the hi-hat for medium to loud volume levels.

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2 Add a second kick note on the 'an' of beats 1 & 3.

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2 Add a second kick note on the 'an' of beats 1 & 3.

1 an 2 3 an 4

Ex 22

1 an 2 3 an 4

Ex 22

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3 "4-on-the-Floor"

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3 "4-on-the-Floor"

Ex 23

1 2 3 4

Ex 23

1 2 3 4

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4 Kick drum is played on every eighth note.

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4 Kick drum is played on every eighth note.

Ex 24

1 an 2 an 3 an 4 an

Ex 24

1 an 2 an 3 an 4 an

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5 Played with an upbeat hi hat pattern, the kick rhythm is more challenging.

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5 Played with an upbeat hi hat pattern, the kick rhythm is more challenging.

Ex 25

1 2 an 3 4 an

Ex 25

1 2 an 3 4 an

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6 Here the kick drum is played on all the upbeat eighths, together with the hi-hat.

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6 Here the kick drum is played on all the upbeat eighths, together with the hi-hat.

1 an 2 an 3 an 4 an

Ex 26

1 an 2 an 3 an 4 an

Ex 26

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7 Add a snare note on the 'an' of beats 2 & 4.

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Ex 271 an 2 an 3 an 4 an

Ex 27

1 an 2 an 3 an 4 anClick Count


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Ex 28

1 an 2 an 3 an 4 an

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9 Working the left hand, again.

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9 Working the left hand, again.



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10 Putting it together: Grooves 7,8 and 9.

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10 Putting it together: Grooves 7,8 and 9.

Ex 301 an 2 an 3 an 4 an 1 an 2 an 3 an 4 an

Ex 301 an 2 an 3 an 4 an 1 an 2 an 3 an 4 an



10

Groove Builder 4- Kick & Snare Mix

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1 First up we have a driving rock feel. Play this one with great intensity.

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1 First up we have a driving rock feel. Play this one with great intensity.

Ex 1

Ex 1Click Count

2 Next up is a funk/hip-hop feel with the emphasis on punchy upbeat kick's.

44 Click Count


Ex 2

Ex 2

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3 This is a funky beat with a more spacious feel. The space is created through leaving a gap on the kick in the middle of the bar.

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Ex 3

Ex 3Click Count

4 If we add a couple of upbeat snare notes on the 'an' of 3 & 4, we get a kind of suspended feeling in the second half of the bar.

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Ex 4

Ex 4

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5 With the upbeat snare note on the 'an' of 3 we get a nice rounded feel to the end of the bar.

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Ex 5

Ex 5

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6 If we place an upbeat snare on the 'an' of 3 and rest on beat 4 we get a feeling of being suspended on the edge of a cliff.

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Ex 6

Ex 6

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7 This is a half-time groove. 'Half-time' means that the snare drum backbeat is played on beat 3, instead of the usual 2 & 4. This has the effect of cutting the tempo by half. The kick drum is played on beat 1.

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7 This is a half-time groove. 'Half-time' means that the snare drum backbeat is played on beat 3, instead of the usual 2 & 4. This has the effect of cutting the tempo by half. The kick drum is played on beat 1.

Ex 7

Ex 7

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8 Next we will add a kick on the 'an' of 1. This adds more 'beef' to the feel.

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Ex 8

Ex 8

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9 This one has a more funky feel to it. Here we have an upbeat kick on the 'an' of beat 2.

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Ex 9

Ex 9

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10 If we add a kick on the 'an' of 1 we get a heavier funk feel.

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Ex 10

Ex 10

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11 Getting heavier with this one. This has a funky rock feel. Play this one with great intensity.

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Ex 11

Ex 11

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12 To finish, I think it would be good to try out a two bar pattern with the half-time feel.

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Ex 12

Ex 12



Groove Builder 5

11

- Kick & Snare Mix 2

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1 First up we have a hard driving rock feel. Play this one with great intensity.

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1 First up we have a hard driving rock feel. Play this one with great intensity.

Ex 13

Ex 13Click Count


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Ex 14

Ex 14

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Ex 15

Ex 15

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Ex 16

Ex 16

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Ex 17

Ex 17

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Ex 18

Ex 18

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7 This is a half-time groove. 'Half-time' means that the snare drum backbeat is played on beat 3, instead of the usual 2 & 4. This has the effect of cutting the tempo by half. Kick drum is played on the first beat.

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7 This is a half-time groove. 'Half-time' means that the snare drum backbeat is played on beat 3, instead of the usual 2 & 4. This has the effect of cutting the tempo by half. Kick drum is played on the first beat.

Ex 19

Ex 19

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Ex 20

Ex 20

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Ex 21

Ex 21

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Ex 22

Ex 22

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Ex 23

Ex 23

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Ex 24

Ex 24



Groove Builder 6

12

- Kick & Snare Mix 3

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1 Driving rock feel. Play this one with great intensity.

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1 Driving rock feel. Play this one with great intensity.

Ex 25

Ex 25

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Ex 26

Ex 26

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Ex 27

Ex 27

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Ex 28

Ex 28

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5 With the upbeat snare hit on the 'an' of 3 we get a nice rounded feel to the end of the bar.

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5 With the upbeat snare hit on the 'an' of 3 we get a nice rounded feel to the end of the bar.

Ex 29

Ex 29

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Ex 30

Ex 30

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7 A simple kick pattern to start the half-time groove section.

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7 A simple kick pattern to start the half-time groove section.

Ex 31

Ex 31Click Count


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Ex 32

Ex 32

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Ex 33

Ex 33

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Ex 34

Ex 34

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Ex 35

Ex 35

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12 To finish we have a two bar pattern with the half-time feel.

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12 To finish we have a two bar pattern with the half-time feel.

Ex 36

Ex 36



Fill-in Builder 1- Single Strokes

13

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Fill-in 1 We'll start by playing two eighth notes on each drum, starting on the snare drum and moving round the toms.

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Fill-in 1 We'll start by playing two eighth notes on each drum, starting on the snare drum and moving round the toms.

R L R L R L R L

Ex 1 R L R L R L R L

Ex 1 Click Count

Groove & Fill-in 1Now we will play the fill-in with a quarter note rock groove. Thiswill give us some idea of how the fill sounds preceded by a rock beat.

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Groove & Fill-in 1Now we will play the fill-in with a quarter note rock groove. Thiswill give us some idea of how the fill sounds preceded by a rock beat.

Ex 2

Ex 2

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Fill-in 2 Next we will play two strokes on the snare followed by 2 strokes on the first tom. Repeat this on beats 3 & 4 using the 3rd tom (Floor Tom).

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Fill-in 2 Next we will play two strokes on the snare followed by 2 strokes on the first tom. Repeat this on beats 3 & 4 using the 3rd tom (Floor Tom).

R L R L R L R L

Ex 3

R L R L R L R L

Ex 3Click Count

Groove & Fill-in 2This time we will play an eighth note rock beat together with the fill.

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Groove & Fill-in 2This time we will play an eighth note rock beat together with the fill.

Ex 4

Ex 4

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Fill-in 3 Now let's try playing the first note on the first tom;then 3 strokes on the snare. Repeat this using the 3rd tom (floor tom) on beats 3 & 4.

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Fill-in 3 Now let's try playing the first note on the first tom;then 3 strokes on the snare. Repeat this using the 3rd tom (floor tom) on beats 3 & 4.

R L R L R L R L

Ex 5

R L R L R L R L

Ex 5Click Count

Groove & Fill-in 3With this fill-in we will play another rock beat; this time with a more funky feel.

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Groove & Fill-in 3With this fill-in we will play another rock beat; this time with a more funky feel.

Ex 6

Ex 6

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Fill-in 4 This time the right hand plays around the toms, while the left hand remains on the snare.

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Fill-in 4 This time the right hand plays around the toms, while the left hand remains on the snare.

R L R L R L R L

Ex 7

R L R L R L R L

Ex 7Click Count

Groove & Fill-in 8Here we have an upbeat hi-hat rhythm.

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Groove & Fill-in 8Here we have an upbeat hi-hat rhythm.

Ex 8

Ex 8

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Fill-in 5 With this fill-in, we will move the left hand up to thefirst and second toms on the 'an' of 1 & 3. The right hand starts the fill on the snare drum.

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Fill-in 5 With this fill-in, we will move the left hand up to thefirst and second toms on the 'an' of 1 & 3. The right hand starts the fill on the snare drum.

R L R L R L R L

Ex 9

R L R L R L R L

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Groove & Fill-in 5 It works well if we add a half-time groove with this fill-in.

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Groove & Fill-in 5 It works well if we add a half-time groove with this fill-in.

Ex 10

Ex 10

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Fill-in 6 To finish this page, we will now place the righthand on the toms on beats 2 & 4, imitating thesnare drum backbeat.

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Fill-in 6 To finish this page, we will now place the righthand on the toms on beats 2 & 4, imitating thesnare drum backbeat.

R L R L R L R L

Ex 11

R L R L R L R L

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Groove & Fill-in 6 This rhythm is an upbeat hi-hat pattern combined with a half-time snare backbeat.

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Groove & Fill-in 6 This rhythm is an upbeat hi-hat pattern combined with a half-time snare backbeat.

Ex 12

Ex 12



Fill-in Builder 2- Double Strokes

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Fill-in 1We'll start by playing 2 eighth notes on each drum, starting on the snare drum and then moving round the toms.

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Fill-in 1We'll start by playing 2 eighth notes on each drum, starting on the snare drum and then moving round the toms.

R R L L R R L L

Ex 13 R R L L R R L L

Ex 13 Click Count

Groove & Fill-in 1Now we will play the fill-in with a quarter note rock groove.This will give us some idea of how the fill sounds played with a beat.

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Groove & Fill-in 1Now we will play the fill-in with a quarter note rock groove.This will give us some idea of how the fill sounds played with a beat.

Ex 14 Ex 14

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Fill-in 2Next we will play two strokes on each of thefour drums starting on the second tom.

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Fill-in 2Next we will play two strokes on each of thefour drums starting on the second tom.

R R L L R R L L

Ex 15

R R L L R R L L

Ex 15Click Count

Groove & Fill-in 2This time we will play an eighth note rock beat together with the fill-in.

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Groove & Fill-in 2This time we will play an eighth note rock beat together with the fill-in.

Ex 16

Ex 16

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Fill-in 3Here we will play a double stroke with one hand betweentwo drums. This is a great technique to use for playing fast doublesaround the kit. It is a sweeping motion that is played down from thetoms to the snare or across from the snare to the 3rd tom (Floor tom).

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Fill-in 3Here we will play a double stroke with one hand betweentwo drums. This is a great technique to use for playing fast doublesaround the kit. It is a sweeping motion that is played down from thetoms to the snare or across from the snare to the 3rd tom (Floor tom).

R R L L R R L L

Ex 17

R R L L R R L L

Ex 17Click Count

Groove & Fill-in 3With this fill-in we will play a heavy driving rock beat.

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Groove & Fill-in 3With this fill-in we will play a heavy driving rock beat.

Ex 18

Ex 18

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Fill-in 4This time the right hand plays around the toms, while the left hand remains on the snare.

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Fill-in 4This time the right hand plays around the toms, while the left hand remains on the snare.

R R L L R R L L

Ex 19

R R L L R R L L

Ex 19Click Count

Groove & Fill-in 8We'll use a quarter note pattern on the hi-hat and an eighth note double stroke pattern between the kick and snare.

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Groove & Fill-in 8We'll use a quarter note pattern on the hi-hat and an eighth note double stroke pattern between the kick and snare.

Ex 20

Ex 20

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Fill-in 5With this fill-in, we will use the sweeping motionwith the right hand played between two toms.

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Fill-in 5With this fill-in, we will use the sweeping motionwith the right hand played between two toms.

R R L L R R L L

Ex 21

R R L L R R L L

Ex 21Click Count

Groove & Fill-in 5It works well if we add a half-time groove with this fill-in.

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Groove & Fill-in 5It works well if we add a half-time groove with this fill-in.

Ex 22

Ex 22

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Fill-in 6To finish we will use the right hand sweeping motion from the snare to the 3rd tom on beat 1. We will reversethis motion on beat 3.

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Fill-in 6To finish we will use the right hand sweeping motion from the snare to the 3rd tom on beat 1. We will reversethis motion on beat 3.

R R L L R R L L

Ex 23

R R L L R R L L

Ex 23Click Count

Groove & Fill-in 6This rhythm is a linear pattern. Linear means that there is only one drum or cymbalplayed at any one time. This is a half-time feel with the snare backbeat on beat 3.

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Groove & Fill-in 6This rhythm is a linear pattern. Linear means that there is only one drum or cymbalplayed at any one time. This is a half-time feel with the snare backbeat on beat 3.

Ex 24

Ex 24



- Single ParadiddleFill-in Builder 3

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Fill-in 1We'll start by playing a tom on the first stroke of each paradiddle.

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Fill-in 1We'll start by playing a tom on the first stroke of each paradiddle.

R L R R L R L L

Ex 25

R L R R L R L L

Ex 25Click Count

Groove & Fill-in 1Now we will play the fill-in with a rock beat.

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Groove & Fill-in 1Now we will play the fill-in with a rock beat.

Ex 26

Ex 26

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Fill-in 2Next we will play the first 2 single strokes on the snare; then the double stroke on the 3rd tom (floor tom). Repeatthis sequence on beats 3 & 4 using the 1st tom.

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Fill-in 2Next we will play the first 2 single strokes on the snare; then the double stroke on the 3rd tom (floor tom). Repeatthis sequence on beats 3 & 4 using the 1st tom.

R L R R L R L L

Ex 27

R L R R L R L L

Ex 27Click Count

Groove & Fill-in 2This time we will combine an upbeat and straight eighth note rock beat together with the fill.

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Groove & Fill-in 2This time we will combine an upbeat and straight eighth note rock beat together with the fill.

Ex 28

Ex 28

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Fill-in 3The right hand plays the first tom on beat 1 and the 3rd tom (Floor tom) on the 'an' of 3.

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Fill-in 3The right hand plays the first tom on beat 1 and the 3rd tom (Floor tom) on the 'an' of 3.

R L R R L R L L

Ex 29

R L R R L R L L

Ex 29Click Count

Groove & Fill-in 3With this fill-in we will play a disco style dance beat.

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Groove & Fill-in 3With this fill-in we will play a disco style dance beat.

Ex 30

Ex 30

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Fill-in 4Around the kit with this pattern. The righthand plays most of the tom strokes.

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Fill-in 4Around the kit with this pattern. The righthand plays most of the tom strokes.

R L R R L R L L

Ex 31

R L R R L R L L

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Groove & Fill-in 4Here we willl use a funky upbeat pattern on the snare for the beat.

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Groove & Fill-in 4Here we willl use a funky upbeat pattern on the snare for the beat.

Ex 32

Ex 32

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Fill-in 5Right hand plays 2nd tom and 3rd tom. Left hand plays 1st tom and snare drum.

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Fill-in 5Right hand plays 2nd tom and 3rd tom. Left hand plays 1st tom and snare drum.

R L R R L R L L

Ex 33

R L R R L R L L

Ex 33Click Count

Groove & Fill-in 5We will use another half-time groove with this fill-in.

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Groove & Fill-in 5We will use another half-time groove with this fill-in.

Ex 34

Ex 34

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Fill-in 6 Right hand plays around the kit with this one.

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Fill-in 6 Right hand plays around the kit with this one.

R L R R L R L L

Ex 35

R L R R L R L L

Ex 35Click Count

Groove & Fill-in 6This beat is a little tricky with the hand and foot coordination between the kick and hi-hat. Again, it is a half-time feel with the snare played on beat 3.

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Groove & Fill-in 6This beat is a little tricky with the hand and foot coordination between the kick and hi-hat. Again, it is a half-time feel with the snare played on beat 3.

Ex 36

Ex 36



Fill-in Builder 4

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- Stick & Kick Mix

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Fill-in 1The right hand moves around the toms, while the kick is played on upbeats.

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Fill-in 1The right hand moves around the toms, while the kick is played on upbeats.

Ex 37

R F R F R F R F

Ex 37

R F R F R F R F

Click Count

Groove & Fill-in 1All the beats used in Fill-in Builder 4 mirror the fill-in rhythms. This one is a straight quarter note rock feel.

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Groove & Fill-in 1All the beats used in Fill-in Builder 4 mirror the fill-in rhythms. This one is a straight quarter note rock feel.

Ex 38 Ex 38

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Fill-in 2Here we have double strokes between hands and feet.

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Fill-in 2Here we have double strokes between hands and feet.

Ex 39

F F R L F F R L

Ex 39

F F R L F F R L

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Groove & Fill-in 2Another pop rock variation played with this fill.

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Groove & Fill-in 2Another pop rock variation played with this fill.

Ex 40

Ex 40

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Fill-in 3Moving round the kit with this one.

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Fill-in 3Moving round the kit with this one.

R F F L R F F L

Ex 41

R F F L R F F L

Ex 41Click Count

Groove & Fill-in 3With this fill-in we can play a dance style beat.

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Groove & Fill-in 3With this fill-in we can play a dance style beat.

Ex 42

Ex 42

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Fill-in 4Syncopation with the kick drum in a 3 3 2 pattern.

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Fill-in 4Syncopation with the kick drum in a 3 3 2 pattern.

F L R F R L F L

Ex 43

F L R F R L F L

Ex 43Click Count

Groove & Fill-in 4Straight forward rock/dance beat with this fill-in.

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Groove & Fill-in 4Straight forward rock/dance beat with this fill-in.

Ex 44

Ex 44

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Fill-in 5Starting to split the hands up around the kit..

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Fill-in 5Starting to split the hands up around the kit..

R L R R L R L

Ex 45

R L R R L R L

Ex 45Click Count

Groove & Fill-in 5We will play a more challenging beat with this fill-in.

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Groove & Fill-in 5We will play a more challenging beat with this fill-in.

Ex 46

Ex 46

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Fill-in 6 Left hand plays upbeats on the 'an' of 2 and 4.

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Fill-in 6 Left hand plays upbeats on the 'an' of 2 and 4.

R R L R R L

Ex 47

R R L R R L

Ex 47Click Count

Groove & Fill-in 6Here we will play a funky beat with this fill-in.

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Groove & Fill-in 6Here we will play a funky beat with this fill-in.

Ex 48

Ex 48



Fill-in Builder 5

17

- Stick & Kick Mix 2

Click Count

Fill-in 1With all the fill-ins, remember to keep your right hand playingdownbeats and your left hand playing upbeats.

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Fill-in 1With all the fill-ins, remember to keep your right hand playingdownbeats and your left hand playing upbeats.

R F R L F L R F

Ex 48 R F R L F L R F

Ex 48 Click Count

Groove & Fill-in 1In the rhythm we have the snare drum playing on all 4 quarterbeats. You play an upbeat on the kick on the 'an' of 1 and 3.

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Groove & Fill-in 1In the rhythm we have the snare drum playing on all 4 quarterbeats. You play an upbeat on the kick on the 'an' of 1 and 3.

Ex 49

Ex 49

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Fill-in 2Next we have a double stroke followedby a single stroke on the kick drum.

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Fill-in 2Next we have a double stroke followedby a single stroke on the kick drum.

R L F F R F R L

Ex 50

R L F F R F R L

Ex 50Click Count

Groove & Fill-in 2This time the beat flows int o the fill-in with an upbeatsnare. Try to get a nice even flow throughout the 2 barsso it sounds like one continous motion.

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Groove & Fill-in 2This time the beat flows int o the fill-in with an upbeatsnare. Try to get a nice even flow throughout the 2 barsso it sounds like one continous motion.

Ex 51

Ex 51

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Fill-in 3Here we can get used to leading with the left hand.Kick drum is played on beats 1& 3.

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Fill-in 3Here we can get used to leading with the left hand.Kick drum is played on beats 1& 3.

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F L R L F L R L

Ex 52

F L R L F L R L

Ex 52Click Count

Groove & Fill-in 3The beat we have here is a kind of country bluegrass feelNotice that the right hand plays the snare backbeats on2 & 4. The groove mirrors the fill-in.

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Groove & Fill-in 3The beat we have here is a kind of country bluegrass feelNotice that the right hand plays the snare backbeats on2 & 4. The groove mirrors the fill-in.

R L R L R L R LEx 53

R L R L R L R LEx 53

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Fill-in 4We will end this fill-in with a quarter note on beat 4.

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Fill-in 4We will end this fill-in with a quarter note on beat 4.

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F L R F R F R

Ex 54

F L R F R F R

Ex 54Click Count

Groove & Fill-in 4This groove has a light bouncy feel.

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Groove & Fill-in 4This groove has a light bouncy feel.

Ex 55

Ex 55

Click Count

Fill-in 5With the kick drum we play a quarter noteon beat 2 and an upbeat on the 'an' of 3.

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Fill-in 5With the kick drum we play a quarter noteon beat 2 and an upbeat on the 'an' of 3.

Ex 56

R L F R F R L

Ex 56

R L F R F R L

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Groove & Fill-in 5The left hand plays the last two snaredrum notes leading on to the fill-in.

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Groove & Fill-in 5The left hand plays the last two snaredrum notes leading on to the fill-in.

R R R R L L Ex 57

R R R R L L Ex 57

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Fill-in 6There's quite a lot of space in this fill-in. You might findthat you feel you want to play more notes. Here there isonly one left hand stroke which is on the last eighth noteof the bar.

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Fill-in 6There's quite a lot of space in this fill-in. You might findthat you feel you want to play more notes. Here there isonly one left hand stroke which is on the last eighth noteof the bar.

F R F R F L

Ex 58

F R F R F L

Ex 58Click Count

Groove & Fill-in 6This last groove and fill-in contains a lot of upbeat kick notes.

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Groove & Fill-in 6This last groove and fill-in contains a lot of upbeat kick notes.

Ex 59

Ex 59



- Kit Mix

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Melodic Builder 1

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Click Count

Groove 1An eighth note rock beat to start.

Medodic Sound 1aHere we will orchestrate the hi-hat pattern from Groove 1around the toms.We will use a 3 2 3 note pattern.

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Medodic Sound 1aHere we will orchestrate the hi-hat pattern from Groove 1around the toms.We will use a 3 2 3 note pattern.

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R R R R R R R R

Melodic Beat 1bNow we will add the kick and snare played with the foot and other hand.

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Groove 2Eight Note Rock beat.

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Groove 2Eight Note Rock beat.

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Melodic Sound 2aHere we have a second 3 3 2 pattern around the toms with the right hand.

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Melodic Sound 2aHere we have a second 3 3 2 pattern around the toms with the right hand.

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R R R R R R R R

Melodic Beat 2bAgain, we will add the kick and snare.

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Melodic Beat 2bAgain, we will add the kick and snare.

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Groove 3Upbeat hi-hat pattern.

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Melodic Beat 3aRemember that the right handplays around the toms.

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Melodic Beat 3aRemember that the right handplays around the toms.

Melodic Beat 3bNotice with this one that the snareon the 'an' of 2 is played with the right hand.

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Melodic Beat 4aHi-hat on the first 2 upbeats;then toms on the 'an' of 3 & 4.

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Melodic Beat 4aHi-hat on the first 2 upbeats;then toms on the 'an' of 3 & 4.

F R L R F R L R

F R L R F R L R

Melodic Beat 4bMoving round the kit with this one.

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Melodic Beat 4bMoving round the kit with this one.

F R L R F R L R

F R L R F R L R

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Groove 5Upbeat mix

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Groove 5Upbeat mix

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Melodic Beat 5aUpbeats on the hi-hat followed by a rundown the toms with the right hand.

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Melodic Beat 5aUpbeats on the hi-hat followed by a rundown the toms with the right hand.

Melodic Beat 5b3rd tom (floor tom) upbeats followed by two notes on the hi-hat.

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Melodic Beat 5b3rd tom (floor tom) upbeats followed by two notes on the hi-hat.

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Groove 6Syncopated hi-hat.

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Melodic Beat 6aA syncopated melody around the toms.Left hand plays the snare.

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Melodic Beat 6aA syncopated melody around the toms.Left hand plays the snare.

Melodic Beat 6bThe right hand moves from the 3rd tom (floor tom) to the snare on the 'an' of beat 1.

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Melodic Beat 6bThe right hand moves from the 3rd tom (floor tom) to the snare on the 'an' of beat 1.


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Medodic Sound 1aHere we have a more complex 3 3 2 patternaround the toms with the right hand.

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Medodic Sound 1aHere we have a more complex 3 3 2 patternaround the toms with the right hand.

R R R R R R R R

R R R R R R R R

Melodic Beat 1bNow we will add the kick and snare.

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Groove 2Eighth note rock beat.

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Groove 2Eighth note rock beat.

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Melodic Sound 2aThis pattern creates a sort of 'Z' motion around the kit.Watch out for the snare note on the 'an' of 2 & 4.

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Melodic Sound 2aThis pattern creates a sort of 'Z' motion around the kit.Watch out for the snare note on the 'an' of 2 & 4.

R R R R R R R R

R R R R R R R R

Melodic Beat 2bAgain we will add the kick and snare.

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Melodic Beat 2bAgain we will add the kick and snare.

Groove 3Upbeat hi-hat.

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Melodic Beat 3aRight hand plays around the toms.

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Melodic Beat 3aRight hand plays around the toms.


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Melodic Beat 4aRight hand starts and ends on the 3rd tom.

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Melodic Beat 4aRight hand starts and ends on the 3rd tom.

Melodic Beat 4bHere there is no snare note on beat 2.Instead, accent the tom note with theleft hand. Accent beat 4 on the snare.

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Melodic Beat 4bHere there is no snare note on beat 2.Instead, accent the tom note with theleft hand. Accent beat 4 on the snare.

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Groove 5Upbeat mix

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Groove 5Upbeat mix

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Melodic Beat 5aLeft hand plays the 3rd tom (floor tom) on the'an' of 4.

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Melodic Beat 5aLeft hand plays the 3rd tom (floor tom) on the'an' of 4.

Melodic Beat 5bThe left hand plays the 3rd tom (floor tom) on the 'an' of 4.

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Melodic Beat 5bThe left hand plays the 3rd tom (floor tom) on the 'an' of 4.

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Melodic Beat 6aHi-hat intro with right hand moving to the 2nd tom.

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Melodic Beat 6aHi-hat intro with right hand moving to the 2nd tom.

Melodic Beat 6bThe right hand starts on the toms, moves tothe hi-hat, then ends on the 3rd tom.

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Melodic Beat 6bThe right hand starts on the toms, moves tothe hi-hat, then ends on the 3rd tom.



Closing Remarks

Congratulations for reaching the end of the Fast Groove Builder.

At this stage you have gained understanding of many musical symbols.You now knowthe basics of music notation and have gained some experience in reading and playingsnare drum rhythms, rudiments and rock and popular beats. Also, you have experimentedwith melodic groove playing using the toms. At this stage, you should be getting a goodfeel for the kit, and how you, as a drummer, functions.

The Smart Sticks Worker (Drum eBook No. 2) will guide you through the next step in your drum kit studies. This Drum eBook will look at Sixteenth Note Grooves, Triplet Grooves, more rudiments including Rolls, Ruffs, Drags and Flams, plus ODD TIME signatures.

Lots more to look forward to...more dedication...more challenges...more fun!

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