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Video Demo: Natal - Arcadia Series
This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the March 2016 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up Natal A competitive entry-level kit with a full set of hardware. The last time we checked out Natal, we…
Video Demo: Zildjian A391 and Paiste PST7 Cymbal Packs
This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the March 2016 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up Zildjian A391 and Paiste PST7 Cymbal Packs Could a prepack be for you? Here are two excellent options. So…
Video Lesson! The Tap Nine, by Rich Redmond
This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the March 2016 issue, which is available here. Basics The Tap Nine Embellishing Backbeats With a Modified 9-Stroke Roll The traditional nine-stroke roll consists of four alternating double strokes…
Video Lesson! One-Sided Hairtas, Grandmas, and Grandpas
This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the March 2016 issue, which is available here. Strictly Technique One-Sided Hairtas, Grandmas, and Grandpas This month we’re going to look at three unusual rudiments: one-sided hairtas, grandmas, and…
Video Lesson! Hidden Rhythms - Part 2, by Mike Johnston
This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the March 2016 issue, which is available here. Rock 'N' Jazz Clinic Hidden Rhythms Part 2: Odd Groupings Last month we explored the endless rhythmic and textural ideas hiding…
Video Lesson! Advanced Beat Displacement by Aaron Edgar
This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the March 2016 issue, which is available here. Rock Perspectives Progressive Drumming Essentials Part 8: Advanced Beat Displacement To take our beat displacement prowess to a higher level, we’ll…
Video Demo: Timetable Warm-Up with Steve Fidyk
This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the March 2016 issue, which is available here. Jazz Drummer's Workshop Timetable Warm-Up Modulating Swing Patterns As drummers, we’re often taught the importance of warm-up exercises. These drills are…
Video Demo - 4 Killer Double Pedals for under $250
This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the February 2016 issue, which is available here. Shop Talk Thinking of Going Double Bass? 4 Killer Double Pedal for Under $250 There are products in the drumming world…
Video Demo! Liberty - Jazz Series Drumset
This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the February 2016 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up Liberty Jazz Series Drumset Top-quality modern design with tasty vintage flare. Liberty Drums is a UK-based manufacturer that builds…
Video Demo! TRX - New DRK Series Cymbals
This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the February 2016 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up TRX New DRK Series Cymbals Warm, dark, classic sounds with pre-drilled holes for rivets. TRX has released several new…
Video Demo! Beier - 15" Steel Snare Drums
This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the February 2016 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up Beier 4x15 & 5.5x15 Steel Snare Drums Vibrant and versatile with supreme clarity and a full range of tones.…
Video Demo! Remo - Dorado Cajon
This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the February 2016 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up Remo Dorado Cajon Deep, resonant tones and removable snares for greater sonic options. Remo’s new Dorado cajon is a…
Video Demo: Basics - More Cowbell, by Rich Redmond
This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the February 2016 issue, which is available here. Basics More Cowbell Embellishing Grooves With a Different View The phrase “more cowbell” has seeped into the public consciousness with good…
Video Lesson: Hidden Rhythms, by Mike Johnston
This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the February 2016 issue, which is available here. Rock 'N' Jazz Clinic Hidden Rhythms Part 1: Cookin’ With 16ths The concept of discovering hidden rhythms within common subdivisions reminds…
