Groupings
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Accented Three-Note Groupings
The following one-bar patterns demonstrate combinations of accented three-note groupings using 16th-note and 16th-note-triplet subdivisions. Throughout this lesson, we’ll vary the accent placements and rhythmic combinations to create unique exercises and phrases. TO READ THE FULL STORY: LOG IN Digital…
Following Groupings and Fill-Ins with Bill Bachman
Strictly Technique Following Groupings and Fill-Ins Exercises for Increased Single-Stroke Control by Bill Bachman This month we’re going to work on playing flowing groupings of notes with one hand while gradually filling in the spaces between the notes with the…
Odd Subdivision Offbeats - Ten- and Fourteen-Note Groupings
When examining 32nd notes, we see that they’re twice as fast as 16th notes. Similarly, we can take this idea of doubling subdivisions and apply it to any grouping. In this lesson we’re going to explore ten- and fourteen-note subdivisions,…
