Playing slow tempos can be one of the most difficult things to master. As the distance from one beat to the next increases, the ability to accurately feel the time can decrease. When playing slower rock grooves, it often helps to use a 16th-note subdivision. The 16ths can be outlined with one hand on the hi-hat or ride.

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