Wednesday, December 4, 2013

Sleigh Bells

It's December!!!
Do not leave home without the sleigh bells.   You never know when someone will want you to toss in some sleigh bells action.  Be ready with this short tutorial.

Tuesday, September 24, 2013

Wednesday, December 19, 2012

Saturday, December 1, 2012

Sleigh Bells

Check out a couple of methods to play sleigh bells.

 
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Wednesday, November 21, 2012

Wednesday, September 5, 2012

Shaker Solo

Here's a short improv that demonstrates a few tones and techniques on the shaker.
 
 
 
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Friday, August 24, 2012

Traditional Grip (Thompson Version)

The Traditional Grip (Left Hand / Bobby Thompson version)
This method is named for the famous drumline instructor.


 
 
The video shows a mirror image.   This will allow you to check your left hand with the image as though you are looking in a mirror.

Tuesday, April 17, 2012

Halo Demo

Check out excerpts from my composition for Halo,
"Sequoia Afternoon."


Monday, March 12, 2012

Launch Pad




Solve some logistical challenges with this simple solution:



Monday, February 6, 2012

Tuesday, January 31, 2012

Monday, January 30, 2012

Marking The Sweet Spot For Cross Stick Rim Shot

Mark the sweet spot to hit the cross stick rim shot ----
FIRST TIME / EVERY TIME:


Thursday, January 5, 2012

Flam Positioning

Achieve better flam tone and technique with correct stick positioning:


Wednesday, January 4, 2012

Friday, December 30, 2011

Thursday, December 29, 2011

Snare Throw-Off Position

The position of the snare throw-off is important for convenience and tone quality:




Sunday, December 25, 2011

Saturday, December 24, 2011

Friday, December 23, 2011

Thursday, December 22, 2011

Timpani Grips

Three major grips for timpani mallets...French, German, & American: