A Beginner’s Drummer’s Glossary — Terms and Definitions for Rhythm Creators
Whether you’re just starting your journey as a drummer or collaborating with a rhythm section, here are the terms you need to be aware of.
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Anatomy of a Drum Kit
This exclusive lesson is presented on Flypaper courtesy of Soundfly’s “The Pocket Queen: Moving at Your Own Tempo”
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Dynamic Beats & Drum Parts: Questlove, Otis Brown III & J Dilla (Video)
In this exclusive video from The Pocket Queen’s new course on Soundfly she breaks down some favorite beats and waxes on the nature of groove.
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Groove vs Chops: What’s the Difference in Drumming?
Are you a groove drummer or a chops drummer? What are the differences, and what are the advantages of each style of playing? Find out here.
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Out Now: A New Course With The Pocket Queen on Drumming, Production, & Authenticity
Soundfly’s exciting new online course with The Pocket Queen: Moving at Your Own Tempo, is out NOW. Check it out!
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Could the Next Questlove Be C-3PO? (The Plight of the Session Drummer)
In the Age of Affordability, recording live drummers in session is a mammoth, complicated, and unnecessary task – will electronic drums ultimately prevail?
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Tour Diary: What I Learned On the Road With Metal Heavyweights Mushroomhead
I spent two weeks on the road opening for legendary metalheads, and in the process learned a ton about myself and touring on a professional level.
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8 Percussionists Dominating the New Music Scene Right Now
Today we highlight 8 percussionists who are leading new music, improvised music and jazz in unforseen and exciting directions. Read on for more!
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Wrist and Hand Exercises for Drummers
If you’re a drummer, warm up your hands and fingers before playing to prevent injury and increase dexterity. Use these exercises to do just that!
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4 Drummers Using Digital Electronics to Redefine the Boundaries of Their Kits
Whether you’re sitting down to a jazz concert, flipping out at a death metal concert, or standing around to watch a group of indie darlings, towards the back of the stage you’re almost always guaranteed to see a drum kit. Rhythm is one of the great unifiers in music and there’s nothing quite like watching…
