This section of triplets with accents is similar to last month’s lesson of accent studies of eighth notes with accents. Both come from Joe Morello’s outstanding book Master Studies. Again, strive for evenness of sound, paying particular attention to the dynamic level between the accented and unaccented notes. Many of the suggestions from last month’s lesson can also be applied to this section as well. • Play without accents­— make sure each stick sounds the same, as though the exercise is being played with one hand. • Vary the dynamic level (contrast) between the accented notes and the unaccented notes. •When one handed stickings are used, fill in sixteenth note triplets with the opposite hand. Here are some additional ideas: Get your copy of Master Studies at moderndrummer.com

May 2024 Issue