Part 4. The old-school way of holding sticks, and why it works

An introduction to the traditional grip

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Simon demonstrates the traditional grip, including explaining the evolution of this technique, its practical application, and some pointers on how to practice. Some prominent drummers are considered masters of the traditional grip. These include Thomas Lang, Steve Smith, Keith Carlock, and Cindy Blackman. Check out some YouTube footage of these great drummers - they take this approach to the next level!

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6. Special Feature Videos

Lessons

Developing great technique
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Developing great technique
Part 1. The essentials of grip, foot technique, set-up, and posture
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Part 1. The essentials of grip, foot technique, set-up, and posture
Part 2. Don't forget the fingers
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Part 2. Don't forget the fingers
Part 3. Spinning sticks is cool!
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Part 3. Spinning sticks is cool!
Part 4. The old-school way of holding sticks, and why it works
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Part 4. The old-school way of holding sticks, and why it works
Drum set rudiments that will transform your drumming
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Drum set rudiments that will transform your drumming
Part 5. The single stroke will power your everyday drumming
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Part 5. The single stroke will power your everyday drumming
Part 6. The double stroke is a total game changer
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Part 6. The double stroke is a total game changer
Part 7. Turbo charge your double strokes
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Part 7. Turbo charge your double strokes
Part 8. Making an impact with the flam!
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Part 8. Making an impact with the flam!
Part 9. Adding drags transforms beats and fills!
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Part 9. Adding drags transforms beats and fills!
Part 10. Paradiddle power!
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Part 10. Paradiddle power!
Part 11. A new twist on an old favorite - flam accents
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Part 11. A new twist on an old favorite - flam accents