Left To Right Groove: 19-06-2022 (Four Bar 7/8 In Double Time)

In this four page level 3 groove lesson you will learn a four bar double time groove in 7/8 that ends with a short fill. This is presented in a Left To Right method where the right hand is given in full from the start.

The pack contains a PDF and 12 MP3s in a .zip file.

The size of this pack is 10.6MB.

Left To Right Groove: 26-12-2021 (1 Bar 7/8 '1e+' Right Hand)

In this two page level 3 groove lesson you will learn a one pattern in 7/8 where the right hand plays '1e+' rhythm on a tambourine. This is based on This Free Lesson and is presented in a Left To Right method.

The pack contains a PDF and 8 MP3s in a .zip file.

The size of this pack is 7MB.

Left To Right Groove: 28-10-2021 (1 Bar 7/8 With '232' Right Hand)

In this two page level 2 groove lesson you will learn a one pattern in 7/8 where the right hand plays a syncopated rhythm on the ride. This is based on This Free Lesson and is presented in a Left To Right method.

The pack contains a PDF and 9 MP3s in a .zip file.

The size of this pack is 6.7MB.

Left To Right Groove: 31-08-2021 (1 Bar 7/8 In Swing Time)

In this three page level 2 groove lesson you will learn a one bar 7/8 groove played in swing time. This is presented in a Left To Right method.

The pack contains a PDF and 10 MP3s in a .zip file.

The size of this pack is 7.7MB.

Linear 'R L L F' Full Bar Groove In 7/8

A selection of full bar linear groove in 7/8 using the 'R L L F' sticking.

Linear 8th Notes Fills In 7/8

Simple linear fill patterns in 7/8 that make use of hand to foot patterns.

Linear Delayed 'R L L F' Full Bar Groove In 7/8

A full bar linear groove in 7/8 using the 'R L L F' sticking that starts on the '+' count after beat 1.

Maintaining A Simple 4/4 Groove Over Four Bars Of 7/8

Continuing to learn about polymeter by combining simple grooves with the odd time signature of 7/8.

One Bar Double Time Feel Grooves In 7/8

Applying the 4/4 double time concept to the time signature of 7/8.

Rudiment Workout: 04-03-2022 (Reverse Single Stroke Roll In 7/8)

In this level 2 rudiment workout lesson you will be developing your co-ordination with an orchestrated 16th note single stroke roll in 7/8. This is built up over several steps starting with the straight snare version of the rudiment. This allows you focus on one element of the exercise at a time without things getting too complicated which is useful with the fast double strokes. While you are mostly focusing on co-ordination and developing your left hand, you will actually be developing all areas of playing making it a very useful all round exercise.

The pack contains a PDF and 10 MP3s in a .zip file. This includes two MP3s of each step at multiple tempos and a version of the fully constructed exercise.

The size of this pack is 2.6MB.

Rudiment Workout: 08-06-2018 (Two Bars Of Single Stroke Roll In 7/8)

In this level 4 rudiment workout lesson you will learn an orchestrated single stroke roll lesson in 7/8. This is built up over several steps starting with the straight snare version of the rudiment. This allows you focus on one element of the exercise at a time without things getting too complicated which is very handy if you aren't familiar with the time signature. While you are mostly focusing on the switch in time signature, you will actually be developing all areas of playing making it a very useful all round exercise.

The pack contains a PDF and 12 MP3s in a .zip file. This includes two MP3s of each step at multiple tempos and a version of the fully constructed exercise.

The size of this pack is 9.9MB.

Rudiment Workout: 08-07-2022 (Single Stroke Roll 4/4 To 7/8)

This level 2 rudiment workout lesson is built from single stroke rolls played over two bars. The first bar is 4/4 then switches to 7/8. The part is built up over several steps starting with the straight snare version of the rudiment. This allows you focus on one element of the exercise at a time without things getting too complicated. This is a great all round exercise as several different aspects of your playing will be challenged.

The pack contains a PDF and 12 MP3s in a .zip file. This includes two MP3s of each step at multiple tempos and a version of the fully constructed exercise.

The size of this pack is 5.1MB.

Rudiment Workout: 14-09-2018 (Two Bar Double Stroke Roll In 7/8)

In this level 3 rudiment workout lesson you will be pushing your hand stamina with an orchestrated double stroke roll lesson in 7/8. This is built up over several steps starting with the straight snare version of the rudiment. This allows you focus on one element of the exercise at a time without things getting too complicated which is very useful with the odd time signature. While you are mostly focusing on hand stamina, you will actually be developing all areas of playing making it a very useful all round exercise.

The pack contains a PDF and 12 MP3s in a .zip file. This includes two MP3s of each step at multiple tempos and a version of the fully constructed exercise.

The size of this pack is 11.6MB.

Rudiment Workout: 14-12-2018 (Four Bar Paradiddle In 7/8)

In this level 4 rudiment workout lesson you will be learning an orchestrated paradiddle lesson played over four bars in 7/8. This is built up over several steps starting with the straight snare version of the rudiment. This allows you focus on one element of the exercise at a time without things getting too complicated which is useful when combining this rudiment with this time signature. While you are mostly focusing on the time signature you will actually be developing all areas of playing making it a very useful all round exercise.

The pack contains a PDF and 12 MP3s in a .zip file. This includes two MP3s of each step at multiple tempos and a version of the fully constructed exercise.

The size of this pack is 10.7MB.

Rudiment Workout: 18-01-2019 (Single Stroke Roll Switching Time Signatures)

In this level 2 rudiment workout lesson you will be learning a four bar sixteenth note single stroke roll exercise that switches between three different time signatures. This is built up over several steps starting with the straight snare version of the rudiment. This allows you focus on one element of the exercise at a time without things getting too complicated which is particularly useful with all the changes going on. The pattern is good for developing all areas of playing making it a very useful all round exercise.

The pack contains a PDF and 12 MP3s in a .zip file. This includes two MP3s of each step at multiple tempos and a version of the fully constructed exercise.

The size of this pack is 10.1MB.

Rudiment Workout: 19-02-2021 (Single Stroke Roll In 7/8 With Standard Triplet Embellishment)

In this level 2 rudiment workout lesson you will be learning a single stroke roll in 7/8 that is broken up with a standard triplet at two points in the bar. This is built up over several steps starting with the straight snare version of the rudiment. This allows you focus on one element of the exercise at a time without things getting too complicated, giving you time to get familiar with the rhythm. The exercise allows you to develop all areas of playing making it a very useful all round exercise.

The pack contains a PDF and 12 MP3s in a .zip file. This includes two MP3s of each step at multiple tempos and a version of the fully constructed exercise.

The size of this pack is 8.1MB.

Rudiment Workout: 21-02-2020 (One Bar 7/8 Sixteenth '223' Accents)

In this level 3 rudiment workout lesson you will be learning a sixteenth note 7/8 lesson with accents at specific points. This is built up over several steps starting with the straight snare version of the rudiment. This allows you focus on one element of the exercise at a time without things getting too complicated which is helpful if you aren't comfortable in this time signature. While you are mostly focusing on the new time signature, you will actually be developing all areas of playing making it a very useful all round exercise.

The pack contains a PDF and 12 MP3s in a .zip file. This includes two MP3s of each step at multiple tempos and a version of the fully constructed exercise.

The size of this pack is 8.2MB.

Rudiment Workout: 22-11-2019 (Sixteenth Standard Triplet In 7/8)

In this level 3 rudiment workout lesson you will learn a sixteenth note standard triplet movement in 7/8. This is built up over several steps starting with the straight snare version of the rudiment. This allows you focus on one element of the exercise at a time without things getting too complicated which is helpful when getting familiar with an unusual time signature. The pattern is good for developing all areas of playing making it a very useful all round exercise.

The pack contains a PDF and 12 MP3s in a .zip file. This includes two MP3s of each step at multiple tempos and a version of the fully constructed exercise.

The size of this pack is 10.3MB.

Rudiment Workout: 28-02-2020 (7/8 Using A Syncopated 'RLL' Sticking)

In this level 3 rudiment workout lesson you will be pushing your hands with an orchestrated standard triplet style sticking in 7/8. This is built up over several steps starting with the straight snare version of the rudiment. This allows you to focus on one element of the exercise at a time without things getting too complicated. While you are mostly focusing on hands, you will actually be developing all areas of playing making it a very useful all round exercise.

The pack contains a PDF and 12 MP3s in a .zip file. This includes two MP3s of each step at multiple tempos and a version of the fully constructed exercise.

The size of this pack is 8.7MB.

Rudiment Workout: 28-10-2022 (Singles Switching From 3/4 To 7/8)

This level 3 rudiment workout lesson is built from two bars of sixteenth note single stroke roll that switches between 3/4 and 5/8. The part is built up over several steps starting with the straight snare version of the rudiment. This allows you focus on one element of the exercise at a time without things getting too complicated. This is a great all round exercise as several different aspects of your playing will be challenged.

The pack contains a PDF and 12 MP3s in a .zip file. This includes two MP3s of each step at multiple tempos and a version of the fully constructed exercise.

The size of this pack is 2.9MB.