Shekere

A couple of methods of playing the shekere:

Sleigh Bells

Check out a couple of methods to play sleigh bells.

 

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Shaker Grip

A few tips on gripping the shaker

Shaker Types

Shaker Solo

Here's a short improv that demonstrates a few tones and techniques on the shaker.

 

 

 

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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.

Shake Tambourine Overview

Shake Tambourine Overview

Halo Demo

Check out excerpts from my composition for Halo,

"Sequoia Afternoon."

Cowbell & Tambourine Unison Technique

Play cowbell and tambourine together:

Launch Pad

Solve some logistical challenges with this simple solution:

Rhythm Triangle

Rhythm Triangle Techniques:

 

Priming The Cymbals

Get the metal moving for a better crash:

Tamburine Thumb Roll & Releases

A bit of spit and you're on the way to a tambourine thumb roll: 

Marking The Sweet Spot For Cross Stick Rim Shot

Mark the sweet spot to hit the cross stick rim shot ----

FIRST TIME / EVERY TIME:

Flam Positioning

Achieve better flam tone and technique with correct stick positioning:

Mark Shelton performs on Marimba, Snare Drum, Hang, Dulcimer, & more

Mark Shelton performs on Marimba, Snare Drum, Hang, Dulcimer, Udu, Bodhran, & more:

Maracas Method # 2

One technique for playing maracas: