Target Audience: Experienced and Aspiring Drummers
Course Description:
This class is designed for both beginners and for drummers who would like to improve their skills. This is a clinic that will show participants how to set up their drum kit, basic stick grips and techniques, how to use the kick drum, hi-hat, patterns and rhythms, playing styles, how to use dynamics, and much more.
Goals/Outcome:
Participants will learn drum techniques that they may incorporate into their various styles.
Text Required: N/A
Technology Required: iPad, laptop, smartphone, etc. (An electronic device with internet access to complete the end of the course survey.)
References: N/A
Course Outline
I. Basic Drumstick Grips and Techniques
II. Using the Kick Drum and Hi-Hat Pedals
III. How to do a Drum Roll
IV. How to Play Snare Drums
V. Playing Different Patterns
VI. Playing in Different Tempos
VII. Different Styles of Playing the Drums
VIII. Using Dynamics
IX. Complex Rhythms and Patterns
X. Staying in the Pocket
XI. Playing with a Band