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Introduction to Jazz Drumming

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About Course

Introduction to Jazz Drumming is a comprehensive course designed for drummers eager to delve into the rich traditions of jazz. Led by Jason Gianni, this course offers an in-depth exploration of jazz drumming techniques, styles, and concepts.

Throughout the course, students will develop limb independence, learn to trade fours, and master brush techniques across various styles. The curriculum emphasizes practical application, guiding learners through classic jazz standards and rhythmic variations to build a solid foundation in jazz drumming.

By engaging with detailed lessons and hands-on exercises, participants will enhance their versatility, improvisational skills, and overall rhythmic proficiency in the jazz genre.

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What Will You Learn?

  • Develop limb independence for complex jazz rhythms
  • Master trading fours to enhance improvisational skills
  • Learn brush techniques for various jazz styles
  • Understand and play in a 2-feel groove
  • Apply concepts to classic jazz standards like "Well You Needn’t" and "Lady Bird"
  • Explore double-time feels and their applications in jazz drumming

Course Content

Jazz Independence
Jason will give a brief history lesson on Jazz and its form , style and rules. Jason will touch on how to develop independence on between your hands and each part of the drum set.

Well You Needn’t and Lady Bird
Jason will use the two songs " Well You Needn't " by Thelonious Monk and the song "Lady Bird " by Tadd Dameron as examples of different types of Jazz drumming.

Trading 4s
Jason will discuss the process and meaning of Trading 4's and will demonstrate how to use a combination of each trade.

Brushes
Jason will introduce Jazz Brushes and discuss the most common use , patterns and rhythms and how they are used for Ballads.

The “2-feel” and the “Double Time” feel
In this step, Jason will introduce two different feels such as the "2-Feel" and "Double Time Feel" and will demonstrate how to play them in different patterns and variations.

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