Lesson 2. Continuing the theme and adding ghost notes

8th note beats. Adding the "E" and "A" to the bass drum with off beat snare

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In Course 3, Lesson 2, Simon demonstrated adding the “E” and “A” notes to the bass drum while playing an 8th note beat. Now, we’re taking that lesson and continuing the theme of adding off-beat snare drum. Also, Simon introduces the concept of adding “ghost notes” to some of the featured beats, which is an excellent way of being musical on the drum set. Remember to play slow and smooth, and don’t forget to count out loud! Ten additional audio files are included.

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Lesson 2 - Number 9
Lesson 2 - Number 10

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4. Show me the Money (Beats)

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Adding off-beat snare to 8th note beats is a game changer!
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Adding off-beat snare to 8th note beats is a game changer!
Lesson 1. Start by adding this extra snare beat
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Lesson 1. Start by adding this extra snare beat
Lesson 2. Continuing the theme and adding ghost notes
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Lesson 2. Continuing the theme and adding ghost notes
Lesson 3. Get stronger with more challenging bass drum groupings
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Lesson 3. Get stronger with more challenging bass drum groupings
Lesson 4. More variations with even more foot control!
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Lesson 4. More variations with even more foot control!
Lesson 5. Three consecutive bass notes and a killer backbeat
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Lesson 5. Three consecutive bass notes and a killer backbeat
Let's do the same with our 16th note beats!
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Let's do the same with our 16th note beats!
Lesson 6. Start by adding this extra bass note and an off-beat snare drum
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Lesson 6. Start by adding this extra bass note and an off-beat snare drum
Lesson 7. Let's try a different bass note and feel the groove!
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Lesson 7. Let's try a different bass note and feel the groove!
Lesson 8. Fine-tune your bass drum chops with these grooves
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Lesson 8. Fine-tune your bass drum chops with these grooves
Lesson 9. Leading on the ride cymbal adds a different texture
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Lesson 9. Leading on the ride cymbal adds a different texture
Lesson 10. Closing it out with these challenging variations
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Lesson 10. Closing it out with these challenging variations