16th-Note-Triplet Hand and Foot Patterns
By Ron Spagnardi
On 30th Sep 2021
Excepted from Building Bass Drum Technique The patterns on the following four pages are built around hand and foot coordination with 16th-note triplets. The exercises become increasingly difficult as you work your way through. A slower tempo at the onset is recommended. Speed will come gradually with regular practice. Do the exercises using both the heel up and heel down bass-drum pedal technique. The accents are optional. Building Bass Drum Technique was written for single bass-drum players who wish to attain a greater level of bass-drum foot strength, speed, endurance, and control, as development of the foot on a single bass drum can present quite a different challenge from double bass drums or double pedals.
September 2021 Issue