Learn To Play Drums
As you learn to play drums, you’ll probably start to favor one hand or foot over the other. For example, you may find sixteenth notes are easier to play with your right hand or your left. Or you may lead into rolls and fills with your “strong” hand. This is a common problem (one I’m guilty of too often) that can be corrected through limb independence exercises.
In this lesson, you will learn how to build up your “weak” hand. For more drums lessons, see the link at the bottom of the page.
These exercises attempt to work all your limbs independently of each other so that you strengthen your weaker areas. Although the patterns may not be difficult to play, the stick or foot patterns may take you outside of your comfort zone, making them more difficult to play. As you learn each pattern, play the drums slowly and build your speed. They are not meant to be played fast. Focus more on how you play the drums and which limbs you are using.
These rhythms are intended for both snare drums and bass drums. Simply play the stick and foot patterns to work each limb.
R = right hand/foot
L = left hand/foot
If you need help with the drum sheet music, check out my lesson on
how to read drum music.
Below are a few samples to get you started. All three of them use the same beat pattern, but the stick patterns should make them feel a little different. Learn them, play them and remember, you can create your own easily, simply by changing the R,L, patterns. Learn to focus on your weaker hand. I’m also working on creating a bunch of exercises that you can download and play for free. So stay tuned for that, sign up on the RSS feed, or shoot me an e-mail, and I’ll let you know when it’s done. Thanks for visiting, NOW GO PRACTICE!
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