Introduction to Rudiments

In this lesson which is just an introduction, we will be looking the first 5 rudiments that are highly recommended for any drummer. Firstly, we must understand that in any given field of profession the starter or introductory class is always the best place to start which one will never stop […]

Introduction to the SIX-STROKE ROLL

The usefulness of the popular rudiment known as “SIX-STROKE ROLL” cannot but be over-emphasized in the rudiment family. The six-stroke roll is a combination of the R and L basically. We will be infusing more at the next lesson showing how to incorporate the Kick(K). Meanwhile, for a start we are […]

GETTING AND DETERMINING YOUR TONE AS A DRUMMER (1)

  (N.B: Every definition or terms used in this material is an intellectual property of Otitoju Olumide. Meanwhile any other external intellectual property or knowledge if used will be referenced).  There have been questions raised at different levels concerning certain things about the drum and her drummers which “Getting and determining […]

Advanced Linear Tri-p-let Fill

This lesson is a simple advanced drum lesson for those who practically understand how triplets function.   In this video lesson, we will infusing the use of the triplet in combination with the kick drum and  our floor Tom. The stickings are below: RLR KK RL KK RLR (Lk)RL (Lk)RL (Lk)RL […]

Rudiments (i)

Single stroke A stroke performs a single percussive note. There are four basic single strokes. double stroke A double stroke consists of two single strokes played by the same hand (either RRorLL). diddle A diddle is a double stroke played at the current prevailing speed of the piece. For example, if […]