Trinity Guildhall grade three drum kit rudiment study

This video shows how to apply Trinity Guildhall grade three Rudiment Study one. It is a real bridge to gain an excellent foundation in the intermediate stage of drumming.  We learn how to integrate triplets, flams, drags, double, single and paradiddle.  The rudiment study is can form the basis for a gem of a drum kit solo.  From West London Drum Tutor, drum kit teacher in Harrow, London. UK

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Drum teacher in Harrow, London - Yamaha Drums

Yamaha drums are mid to upper range level drum kits that make their drums from many different materials and woods.  I have a Yamaha custom maple drum kit.  It is warm, powerful, wonderfully subtle. From West London Drum Tutor, drum lessons in Harrow, London 

Basic drum fills in Harrow, London

This first drum kit fill, played on the snare is perfect to start using a bass, hat and snare groove.  Fills are used to add dynamics and indicates a change in the feel, or part of a composition.  They range from very easy to sometimes unimaginably difficult.  Doing fills depends on the style of music and they are best done with precision and a touch of class.  From West London Drum Tutor, Drum kit tuition in Harrow, London.  http://youtu.be/bakaHEhoPpw

Drum Rudiments - building right and left equilibrium. In Harrow, London

The way to build up the right and left side of the drummer is very important.  It is a fallacy to say that a drummer has a strong left but a weak right hand in the same way that it is absurd to say a car manufacturer makes great cars but with weak left wheels.  I start my students with the habit of practicing and mastering single stroke, double stroke, paradiddle and buzz or multiple bounce roll with a right, then left start. This is done with a bass drum placed on the first of every eight strokes.  After this we expand and play on the toms, snare, hats and turn it all into something elegant and musical.  From West London Drum Tutor, drum kit teacher in Harrow, London  http://youtu.be/UWzTKL9HKwo

Open hi-hat videos in Harrow London

These are my new videos where you open a hi-hat on any of the first four beats in an eighth note drum kit groove.  You can open a hi-hat on the first, closed on the subsequent beat, or open on the second, third, or fourth beat.  These are used with varying dynamics and form an important part of the feel and intensity of a drum rhythm or groove. Have a look...  

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There are three main drum stick manufacturers, but Vic Firth sticks are made with the best materials and are matched and made with the same weight, length and straightness.  The importance of this can not be overlooked as when you play subtle and quiet, the quality of the sticks will malign your technique.  There are many varieties and you will find sticks of all sizes, and for all contexts.  From West London Drum Tutor, Drum Teacher in Harrow, London

Vic Firth 5A American Hickory Wood Tip Drumsticks

Evens Drum Heads have been selling quality professional level drum kit products for many years.  I particularly love and use their bass drum heads which help produce a full, compact and tasteful bass drum note.  There are many varieties and sizes to choose and I am using  From West London Drum Tutor, drum lessons in Harrow, London www.westlondon-drumtutor.com

The Bill Hydes practice pad is simple and very effective way to apply the snare drum rudiments.  it works by eliminating excessive noise while allowing the drummer to refine stick holding and rudiment mastery.   From West London Drum Tutor, drum lessons in Harrow, London www.westlondon-drumtutor.com

My results are 100% success for all students entered for Trinity Guildhall and Rockschool exams last term.  They will be progressing to the next stage in their evolution as a musician and drummer.
My new website is out there...  Have a look www.westlondon-drumtutor.com
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After spending some time reflecting on the double rudiments, I have started to explore the double rudiments in a bass - snare, or snare - bass patterning.  The effect is expressive and very interesting, making great fills and permeations through and all over the other drums and cymbals.
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Drum tutor in Harrow, London - Applying the rudiments

Applying the rudiments with a deft touch is one worthy goal for a drummer.  there are 40 International Snare Drum Rudiments.  they are grouped in single, double, paradiddle, flam and drag with slight permutations.  Great grooves, fills and solos are constructed from these building blocks.   From West London Drum Tutor, drum lessons in Harrow, London www.westlondon-drumtutor.com

Harrow Drum Teacher recommends Stanton Moore Groove Alchemy

Stanton Moore Groove Alchemy Drum Book is a deep and masterly book that goes through many of the grooves contained in the DVD but with more emphasis on the written breakdown of the grooves.  A definite book for all students and practitioners of the drum kit.  From West London Drum Tutor, drum lessons in Harrow, London 

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Drum Tutor in Harrow, London - The Commandments of R&B Drumming by Zoro

The Commandments of R&B Drumming by Zoro is one book that goes through an in depth study of R&B drumming and contains practice tips, develop and funkify the hi-hat and bass drum, create and play 'loops' and apply and learn the 10 commandments of Soul.  It contains ten recordings from each era that exemplify Funk and Hip-Hop.  This is an amazing and most important book in the development and expansion of drum kit knowledge and will change your drumming for the better.  From West London Drum Tutor, Drum lessons in Harrow, London. http://paltip.com/westlondonenglish/!525p

Drum Lessons in Harrow, London

Modern Rudimental Swing Solos For The Advanced Drummer by Chas Wilcoxon was written in 1941 and is on of the most influential and important drum teaching books.  It contains exercises that place the rudiments in a swung and musical setting.  A must have book to develop style and knowledge of how to drum with panache and sophistication.  From West London Drum Tutor, drum lessons in Harrow, London. http://paltip.com/westlondonenglish/!526g

Drum books and drum lessons in Harrow, London

Time Functioning Patterns by Gary Chaffee, The book is a methodical thorough study of simple drum rhythm concepts and it then goes through inversions and different combinations from each seeming simple rhythm.  It develops and brings sophistication, control and most importantly it allows for a more masterful approach to drum kit expression and musicality. It is rightfully called a full and comprehensive drum method and technique building book for every serious drummer.  From West London Drum Tutor, Drum Lessons in Harrow, London http://paltip.com/westlondonenglish/!526h

Drum lessons in Harrow, London

Advanced Funk Studies  by Rich Latham Latham contains funk patterns with permeations on the hi-hat, bass drum and of course - drum fills.  This is rightfully a ground breaking book and has transformed the drumming world and the influence this book has had can be seen in many ways.  From West London Drum Tutor, drum lessons in Harrow, London http://paltip.com/westlondonenglish/!6rm0/info

Drum Lessons in Harrow London

4-Way Coordination: AMethod Book for the Development of Complete Independence on the Drum Set by Marvin Dahlgren is the penultimate book for drummers to learn how to attain coordination and independence on the drum kit.  Written by a master drummer and educator, this book goes through exercises to reprogram your nerve muscular system and make a seriously amazing drummer out of you.
From West London Drum Tutor, Drum Tutor in Harrow, London
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Drumset Essentials, Vol. 1 by Peter Erskine is a book from an accomplished drummer and educator.  It goes through the basics of drum kit concepts, theory hand and feet techniques, applying the rudiments and you can expect to gain insights that will result in a more refined technique and approach as a drummer.  The book contains a CD and everything written has a practical and interesting correlation.  From West London Drum Teacher, Drum Lessons in Harrow, London
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Master Studies by Joe Morello is a penultimate book in the development of key drum knowledge.  The book develops drumstick control, and correct holding technique.  The Master Studies focus on accents and their various placement, buzz or press roll exercises, single and double stroke patterns, flam and the development of stamina and endurance.  From West London Drum Tutor, Drum teacher in Harrow, London http://paltip.com/westlondonenglish/!525j

Bass Drum Control by Colin Bailey teaches how to use the bass drum.  It shows proper technique, coordination, drum fills with bass drum, bass drum and hand combinations and rudiment utilisation for the bass drum.  This is the supreme book on the same level of importance to Stick Control... From West London Drum Tutor, Drum lessons in Harrow, London  http://paltip.com/westlondonenglish/!526n

The Encyclopedia of Double Bass Drumming by Bobby Rondinelli et al, teaches that you can gain immensely from using two bass drums rather than a double pedal.  This book adds to the world of drum knowledge and revolutionised the traditional approach to drumming and opened up a new world of ideas for the drummer.  A book of historic importance for all drummers everywhere.  From West London Drum Tutor, drum lessons in Harrow, London http://paltip.com/westlondonenglish/!526m

The Sound of Brushes - Ed Thigpen, is the book when it comes to knowledge and application of brush technique on the drum kit.  This book is universally held in high esteem by drummers and has stood the test of time as the highest standard of its kind.  It goes through exercises for Swing, ballads, Latin grooves, shuffles and 3/4 time.  Bush technique can open a whole world of different drum sounds and creates a more full and all rounded drummer.  Ed Thigpen's book shows the way.  From West London Drum Tutor, Drum lessons in Harrow, London.
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Portraits in Rhythm by Anthony J. Cirone contains 50 snare drum solos.  It is especially designed to help reading and nurture various elements of snare drum technique.  The book stands alone as the preeminent text to expand the drummer's repertoire, application and understanding of various rhythms.  From West London Drum Tutor, drum lessons in Harrow, London  
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West African Rhythms for Drumset by Dan Thress, Abraham Adzenyah, is a book of great importance in the world of drum education.  It outlines rhythms native to Ghana and the application of these to the drum kit.  The book allows the student to understand traditional Ghana percussion rhythms and how these can be played with finesse and precision.  From West London Drum Tutor, Drum teacher in Harrow, London   http://paltip.com/westlondonenglish/!526q

Buddy Rich's Interpretation of Snare Drum Rudiments, is one book that builds up the drummer's technique from correct stick holding technique to understanding the elements or rudiments of drum playing - called rudiments.  These rudiments are based on the 40 international rudiments and the Swiss Army Rudiments.  From West London Drum Tutor, drum lessons in Harrow, London. http://paltip.com/westlondonenglish/!526s

Afro-Cuban Rhythms for Drumset by Frank Malabe, this book will give you a strong introduction to the rich tradition of Afro-Cuban rhythms.  It is especially useful for the established intermediate drummer who wants to master the rudiments of Afro-Cuban and Latin music.  This book is easily accessible and is a rightful classic text on drumming.  http://paltip.com/westlondonenglish/!526t From West London Drum Tutor, Drum tutor in Harrow, London 

Bellson, Breines book, Modern Reading in 4/4 - for all instruments contains exercises for sight reading and shows how any instrumentalist can improve their knowledge of rhythms and in our context, the drum kit.  The book is a vast and thorough text book that is the perfect resource to improve, and enable one to become a proficient rhythmic instrumentalist.  From West London Drum Tutor, Drum lessons in Harrow, London  http://paltip.com/westlondonenglish/!526w

This is one of the finest and to the point beginner drum-set books.  It gently gains the attention of the novice drummer and sets him, her on the path to competence and proficiency as a drummer. The book goes through beginning stages of groove formation, fills, parts of the drum kit and if that was not enough, there is a play along CD.  From West London Drum Tutor, Drum Lessons in Harrow, London http://paltip.com/westlondonenglish/!526d

Louis Bellson and Gil Breines (1968), Odd Time Reading Text, is a staple text for many earnest students of drum kit and other instruments.  It contains exercises to develop key concepts regarding all time signatures from 4/4, 5/4, 7/8 and other 'odd time' signatures.  Important knowledge regarding rhythmic and development of reading of various regular and odd time signatures is gained through studying this book.  From West London Drum Tutor, Drum kit lessons in Harrow, London http://paltip.com/westlondonenglish/!51qm

George Lawrence Stone's, Stick Control for the Snare Drummer (1935), is a staple text for any serious drummer.  The book goes through many aspects of drumming - muscle and nerve development, speed, control, dynamics, subtlety, even development of both hands, and exact execution of strokes.  It also develops the drummers understanding of single, flam, triplets and dotted notes.  From West London Drum Tutor, drum tuition in Harrow, London http://paltip.com/westlondonenglish/!51i0

Funkifying the Clave: Afro-Cuban Grooves for Drums and Bass by Lincoln Goines and Robby Ameen The book is a resource that builds on basic to various and complex Latin grooves and brings many rich ideas for the searching drummer.  The book explores The Clave, Tumbao, songo, guaguanco, cha-cha, mozambique, and afro-cuban styles.  There are six songs included to consolidate the information and concepts outlined in this valuable compendium and resource for the drum kit player.   From West London Drum Tutor, Drum lessons in Harrow, London http://paltip.com/westlondonenglish/!50w4

Grade 8 Rockschool Drum Kit cements the drummer as an established advanced practitioner. The areas covered are double bass technique, advanced grasp of grooves across all contemporary genres, understanding and application of complex time signatures and syncopation.  Rudiments mastered at this stage are alternate paradiddle diddles, Swiss Army Triplet, Pataflafla, single and double ratamacue.  http://paltip.com/westlondonenglish/!50pr  From West London Drum Teacher, Drum kit lessons in Harrow, London

Rockschool grade 7 prepares the way for the advanced drummer, and consolidates the knowledge gained in the previous grades.  Grade 7 extends knowledge and application of rudiments, technical exercises, two tests (reading, theory, ear tests, improvisation...).  From West London Drum Tutor, drum tuition in Harrow, London
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Rockschool grade 6 introduces the drummer to the professional aspects of being a drummer.  This is where the intermediate drummer becomes an all rounded drummer with elements of creativity. At this stage the drummer learns upper level rudiments, and applies them in a range of contemporary styles (jazz, reggae, rock, blues, Latin...) Grade 6 extends knowledge and application of rudiments, technical exercises, two tests (reading, theory, ear tests, improvisation...).  From West London Drum Tutor, drum tuition in Harrow  http://paltip.com/westlondonenglish/!501b

Rockschool grade 5 builds on the drummer's grasp on various styles (jazz, rock, blues, latin) and encourages a development of interpretive skills and artistic flare. Grade 5 extends knowledge and application of rudiments, technical exercises, two tests (reading, theory, ear tests, improvisation...). From West London Drum Tutor, drum tuition in Harrowhttp://paltip.com/westlondonenglish/!4see

Rockschool grade 4 builds on the drummer's grasp of various styles (jazz, rock, blues, Latin) and the interpretive skills and flare a drummer needs to possess.  Grade 4 extends knowledge and application of rudiments, technical exercises, two tests (reading, theory, ear tests, improvisation...), from West London Drum Tutor, drum tuition in Harrow, London http://paltip.com/westlondonenglish/!4s8z

Rockschool grade 3 pushes the beginner's skills to a proficient level.  Grade 3 develops timing and coordination of more elaborate and complex rhythms.  are a proven way to take real and solid steps toward gaining the necessary skills a drummer needs.  Grade 3 introduces mid level  rudiments, technical exercises, two tests (reading, theory, ear tests, improvisation...), from West London Drum Tutor, drum tuition in Harrow, London  http://paltip.com/westlondonenglish/!4qms

Rockschool grade 2 emphasises rock and contemporary drumming and develops from where grade 1 left off.  it includes a range of rudiments, technical exercises, choice of 3 songs, and ear, sight reading, improvisation... grade one firmly establishes the novice drummer and opens an exciting door to developing further.  From West Harrow Drum Tutor, drum kit grades on Harrow, London  http://paltip.com/westlondonenglish/!4pst

Drummers need look no further to start and advance their contemporary drum kit journey.  Rockschool grades are a proven way to take real and solid steps toward gaining the necessary skills a drummer needs.  Grade one introduces rudiments, technical exercises, the opportunity to master three songs and two tests (sight reading, improvisation, groove recall...), From West London Drum Tutor, Drum classes for kids and adults in Harrow, London
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David Garibaldi's Future Sounds is one book written by a drummer in possession of the heights of drumming genius.  Not only does the book show a variety of contemporary grooves based around the different paradiddles, but it attempts the student to discover the seeds of innovation and David Garibaldi is a master innovator.  The book comes with a CD, excellent notes and drum kit transcriptions of many fusion, funk grooves.  From West London Drum Tutor, Drum lessons in Harrow, London.  http://paltip.com/westlondonenglish/!4n3z

Drum lessons involve an understanding of a variety of musical concepts and styles. Trinity Guildhall book 4 (grades 7-8), shows how to apply upper level rudiments, performance of advanced drum songs, and higher level drum kit solo composition.  Students also learn reading and music theory. From West London DrumTutor.  Drum classes in Harrow, London.  http://paltip.com/westlondonenglish/!4kx4

Contemporary Drum Set Solos by Murray Houllif is another book that stands alone as an important work in the development of the craft and art of drumming.  This book has been used by drummers from the past and today.  The book was compiled in 1980 and has many fills, solos and qualities that many drummers today aspire to master.  From West London Drum Tutor, Drum kit grades in Harrow, London   http://paltip.com/westlondonenglish/!4kqw

With the development of drumming over the past 95 years one book, Progressive Steps to Syncopation for the Modern Drummer (Ted Baker),  has stood out and is brilliant for the developing drummer and contains short and long, 20 bar exercises to develop feel, timing and solid reading. The exercises develop incrementally with crotchet, quavers, swing and other interesting and tasteful combinations.  From West London Drum Tutor, drum teacher in Harrow, London. http://paltip.com/westlondonenglish/!4kmj

How to become a solid intermediate drummer?  Trinity Guildhall Book 3 - grades 3 and 4, will get you there.  There are two rudiment studies, one performance piece played with a track, and a solo composition played to a metronome or a solid feel at a set tempo.  My students learn other songs and styles to supplement and did I say it... To actually enjoy and develop as a creative and technically sound drummer and musician.  From West London Drum Tutor, Drum Classes in Harrow, London.  http://paltip.com/westlondonenglish/!4kk2

Trinity Guildhall grade exam book 2 (grades 3 and 4) has the technical, rudimental, performative knowledge and application to turn a beginner into a solid intermediate drummer.  An excellent drummer with a great teacher will teach a more balanced, and personal method of approaching drum kit education.  This involves listening to and learning a wide range of styles and music from the 1930s onwards...  From West London Drum Tutor, Drum teacher in Harrow, London.  http://paltip.com/westlondonenglish/!4kh1

Drum lessons involve an understanding of a variety of musical concepts and styles. Trinity Guildhall grade 1 and 2, book one teaches a novice drummer the skills to read music, play songs, understand theory and rudiment application.  With this book and a good teacher you are on a steady path to being able to drum with confidence.  From West London Drum Tutor.  Drum classes in Harrow, London. http://paltip.com/westlondonenglish/!4k32

The drum text Modern Reading Text in 4, Louis Bellson, is an important text that shows how to read tied notes, syncopation in 4th, 8th and 16th, 32nd and triplet notes.  These ideas are then directly transferable onto the drum kit with an endless range of possibilities and applications.  http://paltip.com/westlondonenglish/!4jva  From West London Drum Tutor, drum lessons in Harrow, London.    

Stick Control for the Snare Drummer, george Lawrence Stone (), is a pivotal book containing basic to highly advanced patterns with different LR sticking and accents.  This book is a time tested classic and contains rare and valuable information From west London drum tutor, drum classes in harrow, London. http://paltip.com/westlondonenglish/!4jdl

No drum library would be anything without Afro-Cuban and Brazilian Rhythms for the Drum Set (The Drummers' Collective).  This important drum text has information about Afro-Cuban rhythms with sections introduced by an expert and experienced drummer in their particular field.  http://paltip.com/westlondonenglish/!4j81 From West London Drum Tutor, Drum tutor in Harrow, London, UK

Jim Chapman is an amazing drummer and has done much to promote drumming as a craft and art and has shown that drumming stands alone and is not just 'an accompaniment instrument'.  The skills and knowledge espoused in this book is of the highest order.  From West London Drum Tutor, Drum tuition in Harrow, London http://paltip.com/westlondonenglish/!4fzg

Teaching drums to adults is a mixed bag, as they have been using their body and mind in a more routine fixed way.  Children are less coordinated and capable of doing complex motor tasks, but they have greater access to the new and undiscovered.  Though adults are, contrary to popular belief, much better learners as they have more mind body connectivity and coordination.  From West London Drum Tutor, drum lessons in Harrow, London www.westlondon-drumtutor.com 

Drum lessons for those whom are attempting to rebalance their mind body connection is a legitimate tool and a good one.  I have had success with my latest students and can see how drum lessons give them a new way of using their mind and body, creating new pathways and connections both in the world and within themselves.  www.westlondon-drumtutor.com From West London Drum Tutor, Drum lessons in Harrow, London.  

Reggae drumming has a relaxed chilled quality with the emphasis on the beat 2 and 4.  There is a sense of space and the whole approach is minimal and understated.  www.westlondon-drumtutor.com
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This fill has a flam on the last stroke, giving it a balanced tasteful effect.  The fill like most things in music where dynamics and approach are concerned, can be played in almost any contemporary style or situation. http://youtu.be/Fx18DRkFsNo  From West London Drum Tutor, drum teacher in Harrow, London.  

The groove in this video has a bass drum between the 4th and 1st hi-hat.  It can be used in hi-hop, R&B, funk and rock music.  The difference is about dynamics and delivery.  http://youtu.be/MMatjzXjecU  From West London Drum Tutor, drum lessons in Harrow, London.

This video shows how to place a bass drum between the third and fouth hi-hat.  Again, it is used in R&B, funk, hip-hop, rock and is a versitile groove.  http://youtu.be/MMatjzXjecU From West London Drum Tutor, drum lessons in Harrow, London, UK 

This is a groove that has a bass drum between hi-hats 2 and 3.  A groove like the one in this video is used prolifically in funk, R&B, rock and hip-hop.  http://youtu.be/gS8Unv2TAII  From West London Drum Tutor, drum lessons in Harrow, London.  

This video is a variation on bass drum between the first and second hi-hat.  Again, it is used in funk, hip-hop, rock and R&B.  It has a contemporary sound and used ubiquitously in music today.  http://youtu.be/RyNVOWItuk0
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This video shows how to play bass drum in between hi hats one and two.  It is used in hip-hop, funk, rock and contemporary music in general.  http://youtu.be/MdTuYaPt5Lg 
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With the song One Step Closer, a song by Linkin Park has two main grooves, and three basic fills.  It is structurally straight forward with an impressive sound once you play the grooves and fills with exactness and precision.  The song was transcribed in late 1999 for my student David... www.westlondon-drumtutor.com  From West London Drum Tutor, drum lessons in Harrow, London, UK

Grooves with a bass between hi-hats one and two are slightly tricky to be able to do at first, but with patient application, you will find them quite achievable.  http://youtu.be/RyNVOWItuk0
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Grade 4 drums involves many new inovations for the developing drummer.  The rudiment studies are comprehensive and yes, interesting.  A new video is in the pipeline and stay tunes for more content on youtube.  www.westlondon-drumtutor.com
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Teaching drums always involves a high degree of interest level from the student and it is fact of being riveted that allows me to teach effectively.  I also have a high level of joy and interest that makes my drum teaching of high quality too.  www.westlondon-drumtutor.com 

From West London Drum Tutor, drum lessons in Harrow, London, UK

My student has advanced past grade one and is doing grade two Trinity Guildhall drum kit.  It is a logical step up from where he was and we are supplementing the lessons with my notes that I have written over the past 16 years of drum teaching.  www.westlondon-drumtutor.com
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My drum lessons have been running for nearly 16 years and in that time I have always felt very happy to see a drummer form from nothing to something and then some more.  Drum fill videos can be found on my site www.westlondon-drumtutor.com

From West London Drum Tutor, Drum lessons in Harrow, London, UK

With my Skype drum lessons, I have made videos to supplement and provide a continuation of the Video lessons.  In some ways Skype lessons are superior to regular drum lessons owing to the amount of videos and other materials available between the teacher and the student. www.westlondon-drumtutor.com

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Grade 5 rudiments and grade 2 rudiments are the order this week with two of my students learning flam and drag, amongst others.  I will post some videos soon.  The Trinity Guildhall rudiments and rudiment solo is a great exercise that I use in conjunction with my general teaching practice.  www.westlondon-drumtutor.com
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Drum lessons bring the student to a vast variety of drum styles but the essential thing is to start playing without preference or prejudice regarding style.  The rudiments, technique and mechanics of doing drums is universal to all styles.  www.westlondon-drumtutor.com

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I have another video with quaver bass; that is a bass drum with the first hi-hat, then a bass drum in between the first and second.  Followed by a hat and a snare and a hat on fourth, and then repeat.  http://youtu.be/MdTuYaPt5Lg

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The first 3 grades as a drum kit student are mainly to establish technique, reading and knowledge of genres and their place in music history.  The next three are more about establishing a more deep level of proficiency whilst the last two really establish the student as one that is ready for a career in the music business as a session drummer, a teacher, or a performer in a function band or an original band.  www.westlondon-drumtutor.com  From west london drum tutor, drum kit tuition in Harrow, Greater London, UK

Drum fills are part of the expressive repertoire a drummer calls on to add colour and energy to their expression.  Have a look at this snare tom tom drum fill.  http://youtu.be/EgAwkhNyNow
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Drum lessons involve precise coordination, musicality and a good measure of feel.  I frequently come across people who say without proper thought or analysis that drumming is a subordinate instrument that is nothing more and cannot stand alone as a legitimate instrument...  This line of thought is severely flawed and with an introductory drum lesson, a student gains much more than 'hitting' things to relieve frustration, they gain an ability to feel music, to read, to coordinate and to become a real musician. www.westlondon-drumtutor.com
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What would make the perfect drummer?  I think a drummer can never fully play every style and that different drummers are right for different situations.  Ringo Star added something irreplaceable in the Beatles, and Keith Moon brought The Who to a whole new level of musical fruition. 
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Five and Seven stroke rolls as outlines in the AMEB Drum Kit Syllabus, is a fantastic way to get these rudiments into a more musical and fluent tone.  With proficiency in getting the double rudiments going, you can expect to make some interesting sounds and fills, grooves...  www.westlondon-drumtutor.com

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As a dancer finds their feet and anticipates the next move, so does a drummer with hands and sticks.  Triplets are truly difficult for the beginner drummer to fathom as it involves two hands doing things in lots of three, or - triplets.  The solution is to practice slow and find a way to spark a natural sense for where your sticks are at.  Clumsiness is horrible in drumming!  www.westlondon-drumtutor.com
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Recently I was asked if a child as young a four could learn to play drums; I said yes and that I already have a four year old, a six year old and a little guy aged seven.  Everyone learns differently and as a private tutor, I enjoy engeneering a way to understand how my students understand and to teach them in the best way.  www.westlondon-drumtutor.com
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Drum lessons through skype is an angle to drum teaching.  I have found that buy supplementing the lesson with email, online help along with access to my drum tuition videos, my students have been able to progress extremely well.  http://westlondon-drumtutor.com/?page_id=392
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Drum lessons are back on track after the new year and Christmas.  I can feel the days getting longer and my new series of drum lesson videos will be here soon.  www.westlondon-drumtutor.com
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Triplets and sixlets are best applied in any musical setting where as either ghosts notes or dynamic crescendo type fills, they make a musical moment quite textured and intricate.  A drummer needs to always feel, and practice which hand the triplet ends with, as playing threes with two hands can be a problem for some students.  www.westlondon-drumtutor.com
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Grade 5 Rockschool is a comfortable step up from grade 4 drum kit.  One of my students will be sitting the exam in June, so with a bit of work, fun and drumming is fun, we will be ready for grade 6 in the beginning of summer.  www.westlondon-drumtutor.com
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I am back in town and ready to teach again.  So if you are looking to improve your drum playing technique, or if you are taking Trinity Grades 1- 8, or just to learn how to play drums for your own reasons, then get in contact.  Have a look at my drum lesson videos. http://westlondon-drumtutor.com/?page_id=523
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