In Part 1 of this series we discussed the anatomy of the staff and various types of notes and rests that you’ll encounter when reading music. This time we’ll learn how to play and rest for whole-, half-, and quarter-note durations. Be sure to use Part 1 as a reference as you progress throughout the rest of this lesson.
The Modern Drummer Guide to Reading Rhythms
Part 2: Whole Notes, Half Notes, and Quarter Notes
