Bass Drum & Hi-Hat Technique

This drum lesson video successfully deals with the essential elements of bass drum and hi-hat technique. It's a methodical, step-by-step approach that will have the viewer understanding the mechanics of the bass drum pedal and improving their playing immediately.

Introduction

• Introduction (00:39) - An overview of the course and what to expect from your journey into advanced bass drum and hi-hat techniques.

• Throne Positioning, Posture & Balance (00:49) - Learn how to set up your throne, maintain good posture, and achieve balance for optimal drumming.

• Bass Drum & Hi-Hat Positioning (01:23) - Position your bass drum and hi-hat for maximum comfort and control.

• Technique = Sound Not Volume (01:38) - Focus on how technique influences sound quality, not just volume.

• Pedal Setup (01:35) - Adjust your pedals for smooth, precise play.

The Leg Stroke

• The Preparation Motion (03:24) - Break down the motions that prepare you for clean, powerful leg strokes.

• The Leg Stroke (04:10) - Master the fundamentals of the leg stroke for consistent bass drum hits.

• 6, 5, 4, 3, 2 (01:16) - Practice exercises to build control and strength in your leg strokes.

The Hi-Hat

• Playing Position (00:52) - Get into the ideal position for accurate and efficient hi-hat playing.

• The Hi-Hat Strokes (01:50) - Learn the different hi-hat stroke techniques to expand your dynamic range.

• Hi-Hat Exercises (02:12) - Practice exercises to improve your hi-hat precision and consistency.

The Ankle Stroke

• The Ankle Stroke (02:06) - Develop ankle movement to enhance speed and control in your bass drum playing.

• The Down Motion (00:34) - Focus on the downward motion for more powerful strokes.

• Ankle Stroke Exercises 6, 5, 4, 3, 2 (00:49) - Strengthen your ankle strokes with targeted exercises.

• Ankle & Leg Strokes Combined (13:57) - Combine ankle and leg strokes for advanced control and power.

Grooves

• Applying the Heel Up Double Groove (06:57) - Incorporate heel-up techniques into a double groove.

• Consecutive Doubles (01:21) - Master consecutive double strokes for more complex grooves.

• Grooves with Triplets (05:38) - Add triplet patterns to your grooves for a rhythmic twist.

Hand & Foot Combos

• Alternating Strokes, Hands & Feet (01:06) - Practice alternating strokes between hands and feet for seamless transitions.

• Hand & Foot Combos (08:16) - Combine hand and foot strokes to create dynamic patterns.

• Hand & Foot Combos, 16th Notes & 16th Triplets Combined (08:14) - Push your coordination to the next level with advanced combinations.

Performances

• Methane 5 (09:18) - A performance piece to showcase bass drum and hi-hat techniques in action.

• Libido (04:21) - Another performance featuring intricate hand-foot interplay.

• Skeeball (04:47) - Wrap up with a high-energy performance demonstrating everything you?ve learned.