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  • How I Approach Online Session Drumming

    by Freddy Charles
    In the symphony of music, there exists a rhythm that transcends mere beats, a force that knits together melodies and harmonies into a seamless tap...

  • The Jazz Drummer's Secret Weapon: A Deep Dive into Moeller Technique and the Traditional Grip

    by Freddy Charles
    In the realm of jazz drumming, where subtlety and nuance are the keys to unlocking a truly mesmerizing performance, mastering the traditional grip ...

  • Rock Drumming For Beginners: How To Play Rock On Drums

    by Freddy Charles
    The backbone of rock music. From the thunderous beats of legendary bands like Led Zeppelin and AC/DC to the infectious grooves of modern rock acts ...

  • Flam Rudiment 101: Beginner's Guide to Playing Flams

    by Freddy Charles
    Flam –the cleaner they are, the smoother they sound. | Read More 

  • Rhythm, Innovation, and Soul: Jazz's Top Drummers Through the Decades

    by Freddy Charles
    Picture this: a dimly lit jazz club, the air thick with anticipation, as the drummer takes center stage. With a flick of the wrist and a tap of the...

  • The Art of Finger Control on Drums: Techniques for Speed, Agility, and Expression

    by Freddy Charles
    Finger control is a technique that drummers use to achieve precision, speed, and finesse in playing by utilizing the power of the fingers.

  • Drumming Like a Legend: Exploring the Buddy Rich Grip Technique

    by Freddy Charles
    Buddy Rich's grip technique and secrets for playing fast were a combination of factors that contributed to his remarkable speed and dexterity on the drums. 

  • Introduction to the Jazz Drumming Grip: Basics for Beginners

    by Freddy Charles
    What grip works better for jazz drumming? I have been playing for more than 35 years. The grip that I find that gives a great feel and touch when playing jazz is | Read More

  • How to Play Paradiddles Like A Pro: Essential Tips and Exercises

    by Freddy Charles
    Paradiddles, those delightful combinations of single and double strokes, are the bread and butter of drumming.

  • Jazz Drumming Made Easy: Beginner's Guide to Swinging

    by Freddy Charles

    In this beginner jazz drumming lesson, we will cover what makes it different from other styles, how to get started with jazz drumming step by step, techniques to enhance your playing, tips to improve in jazz drumming, and a look at some of the legends who have left their mark on the genre for inspiration.

  • The Top 15 Drum Rudiments For Beginners

    by Freddy Charles
    In my years of playing, I’ve found these 15 drum rudiments to be of the utmost importance. 

  • How To Develop Finger Technique For Snare Drum

    by Freddy Charles
    How To Develop Finger Technique For Snare Drum   Finger control, or finger technique as it is sometimes referred to is a topic that drummers will c...