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Modern Drummer is the world’s most widely read drum magazine, is dedicated entirely to the art of drumming and caters to the needs of amateur, semi-pro, and professional drummers.

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Video Lesson! Groove Contruction, Part 5: Ghost Notes Using an Ostinato Approach

 This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the September 2016 issue, which is available here. Rock 'N' Jazz Clinic Groove Contstruction Part 5: Ghost Notes Using an Ostinato Approach by Jost Nickel Ghost notes are an…

Modern Drummer
Jul 29, 2016

Video Lesson! Hearing the Click on the "E"

 This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the September 2016 issue, which is available here. Strictly Technique Hearing the Click on the "E" Shifting the Metronome to Improve Time by Powell Randoph In this lesson, we’ll…

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Jul 29, 2016

Video Lesson! Fundamental Fills, Part 1: Solid 16th Notes

 This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the August 2016 issue, which is available here. Basics Fundamental Fills Part 1: Solid 16th Notes by Donny Gruendler The abundant amount of educational material on the market can…

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Jun 30, 2016

Video Lesson! Groove Construction, Part 4: Linear Variations

 This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the August 2016 issue, which is available here. Rock 'N' Jazz Clinic Groove Construction Part 4: Linear Variations by Jost Nickel We’ll continue working with linear grooves by embellishing…

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Jun 30, 2016

Video Demo! ddrum - Reflex Rally Sport Drumset

 This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the August 2016 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up ddrum Reflex Rally Sport Drumset A great gigging kit with a tricked-out aesthetic. One of the sister companies to…

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Jun 30, 2016
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Video Demo! Sabian - HH Vanguard Series Cymbals

 This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the August 2016 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up Sabian HH Vanguard Series Cymbals A more expressive expansion pack for the original hand-hammered line. Canadian cymbal maker Sabian…

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Jun 30, 2016

Video Demo! Love Custom Drums - 7x14 Indian Rosewood Snare

 This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the August 2016 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up Love Custom Drums 7x14 Indian Rosewood Snare A beautifully crafted and sonically superb drum built to withstand the rigors…

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Jun 30, 2016

Video Demo! Dunnett - Dreamtime Snare Drums

 This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the July 2016 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up Dunnett Dreamtime Snare Drums Creamy, smooth tones crafted from premium Australian timbers. One of the standout products launched at…

Modern Drummer
May 31, 2016

Claus Hessler Playing on “The Axis" With Bassist Stefan Hergenröder

Claus Hessler Playing on “The Axis” With Bassist Stefan Hergenröder In this video, German drummer/educator Claus Hessler, who’s featured in the June 2016 issue of Modern Drummer magazine, performs the song “The Axis” with his duo. “This is my project…

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May 23, 2016

Video Lesson! Progressive Drumming Essentials, Part 11: Making Four Sound Like More

 This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the June 2016 issue, which is available here. Rock Perspectives Progressive Drumming Essentials Part 11: Making Four Sound Like More I’ll never forget the first time I heard Meshuggah.…

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Apr 28, 2016

Video Demo! Kumu - Limited Series All Maple and All Mahogany Drumsets

This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the June 2016 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up Kumu Limited Series All Maple and All Mahogany Drumsets Precisely made, professional-grade kits from Finland's top craftsman. Founded in…

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Apr 28, 2016

Video Demo! Masterwork - Jazz Master and Valena Series Cymbals

This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the June 2016 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up Masterwork Jazz Master and Valena Series Cymbals A tribute to the tradition and a creative push forward. Masterwork, an…

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Apr 28, 2016
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Video Demo! Doc Sweeny - Midnight Edge and Narra King Snare Drums

 This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the June 2016 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up Doc Sweeny Midnight Edge and Narra King Snare Drums Custom single-ply and hand-painted stave-shell drums. Doc Sweeny is a…

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Apr 28, 2016

Video Demo! DW - Collector's Series Pure Oak Drumset

 This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the May 2016 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up DW Collector's Series Pure Oak Drumset Crisp attack, booming tone, and ultra-rich aesthetic. With all of DW’s experiments in…

Modern Drummer
Mar 31, 2016
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