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Video: How To Play The Bossa Nova On Drums: Using Brushes & Simulated Clave Rim Clicks

by Kevin Morton | Nov 26, 2016 | Beginner Drum Lessons, Featured Videos, Videos

The Bossa Nova is probably the most popular Latin pattern on the drum set. Meaning “New Beat”, it originated from Brazil and really became popular in the 50s. If you’re aiming to become a professional drummer, chances are you’ll play this beat...

Video: How To Play A Steve Gadd Beat: Two Ride Surfaces

by Kevin Morton | Nov 26, 2016 | Beginner Drum Lessons, Featured Videos, Videos

Steve Gadd was one of the pioneers of creative drumming, and is way up there on the list of my dad’s favorite drummers. In this drum lesson video my dad shows you one of Gadd’s classic beats, using two ride surfaces. This beat alone is sufficient for a lot...

Video: Beginner Drum Lessons: How To Play A Shuffle

by Kevin Morton | Nov 26, 2016 | Beginner Drum Lessons, Videos

So many good rock songs are based on a shuffle. If you get this down people will notice, and you’ll be a lot more credible as a drummer. In this video James teaches you a simple shuffle, perfect for those beginning drummers for whom this may be their first time...

Video: Beginner Drum Exercises: Countdown and Mix & Match

by Kevin Morton | Nov 26, 2016 | Beginner Drum Lessons, Videos

These two exercises are very beneficial to proper technique and positioning. If you’re in my drum set class you should know that these exercises, along with the Big 5, will be played faster as we progress through the class. If you’re not in my class, know...

Video: The Big 5: Paradiddles, 2 Single Strokes, 2 Double Strokes

by Kevin Morton | Nov 26, 2016 | Beginner Drum Lessons, Videos

Alright, first we have the common patterns I refer to as the Big 5. From single strokes and double strokes to paradiddles, you will use them the rest of your drumming career. These are patterns that every drummer must get down pat. They’re fundamental–a...

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