Section Five of The Packet is designed to work as a sequential and logical system for developing a solid foundation on the Drumset.
First part of this section begins with introductory exercises that develop proper technique, a balanced volumes approach (based off the ride cymbal), proper sound quality for each instrument and basic four limb coordination.
Second section moves into increasingly difficult independence grids in straight, swing and cut time feels.
The third portion of the section presents a number of applications of putting rhythm into the drumset. Creating grooves, fills, solos, linear drumming, left foot clave and much more. This section will challenge any level of player.
The drumset section of The Packet closes with a wide assortment of styles that are directly applicable to jazz band, indoor drumline, percussion ensemble, etc. This is the working drummer's essential list of grooves.
First part of this section begins with introductory exercises that develop proper technique, a balanced volumes approach (based off the ride cymbal), proper sound quality for each instrument and basic four limb coordination.
Second section moves into increasingly difficult independence grids in straight, swing and cut time feels.
The third portion of the section presents a number of applications of putting rhythm into the drumset. Creating grooves, fills, solos, linear drumming, left foot clave and much more. This section will challenge any level of player.
The drumset section of The Packet closes with a wide assortment of styles that are directly applicable to jazz band, indoor drumline, percussion ensemble, etc. This is the working drummer's essential list of grooves.
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Beginning with an introductory approach to the drumset, the coordination pages are perfect for first time drummers and beyond. The focus here is technique, time control, sound quality, balance and limb to limb coordination.
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After the coordination section is comfortable, it is time to build a higher level of independence with a collection of grids. Starting with basic straight grids and working into cut time and swing grids, this section will prepare any student to move into complex grooves and styles.
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This portion of section five is designed to push any player to higher levels in skill, creativity and overall comfortability on the drumset. A number of variations are presented to offer creative and uncommon ways to apply the Rhythm section of The Packet onto the drumset. These variations will push and challenge students of all ability levels.
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The most common aspect of drumset is the performance of grooves and styles. The Packet offers a variety of styles based on the most commonly used grooves in jazz band, garage band, percussion ensemble, indoor drumline, etc.
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