POV Drumlessons

Chops

Chops are filled with different combinations between the hands and feet. Chops originate from the gospel scene and are used to express yourself as a drummer. This is a drum chop that you can really...

Group Of 5

Alright, in today's lesson, we're going to try something totally new that we haven't done before. You can use groups to make your fills flow in a different way. So, let's say you play a group of 5 ...

Breakdown

You're going to love using this epic fill in rock and metal! Be sure to master the bass drum technique lesson in the Extras folder, especially the double bass drum technique we cover there.  L...

In The Fill Tonight

This fill is going to be lots of fun because we'll be incorporating various rests into our 16th fill. It creates an awesome flow that you're gonna love. Enjoy!

Hip-Hop Vibes

You'll love playing this cool hip-hop groove with a stack cymbal. If you don't have one, no worries! Just use the rim of your Tom to create a similar sound and have a blast learning this awesome gr...

Rock Dude

Get ready to rock out with one of my all-time favorite genres - the rock groove! This awesome groove is all about those epic cymbals. If you've only got a crash and a ride, don't worry - you can us...

Follow the Right Hand

In this fill we'll be adding some killer accents on the toms. It's actually a simple single stroke on the snare, RLRL... Just groove with the 1 2 3 and 4 on the toms, along with the hi-hat, and you...

Get Faster Than Ever!

Get ready to crank up the speed on your drum kit! This incredible exercise will supercharge your playing, whether you lead with your left or right hand. Let's get those sticks flying!

Easy and Fun

Let's play a group of 4 in 16th! We'll use snare, tom1, floor, floor. The best part is, you can create countless variations. 

Once you master these, unleash your imagination and make you...

Essential fills

These three fills are essential for beginners to grasp the different types of beats. 

Count in the following way:

• quarters:    1, 2, 3, 4

• 8th ...

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Dude, This Fill!

A great mix of 32nd and 16th notes. This is a fill for half a measure, which implies that we will begin playing it on the 3. Therefore, you will have half a measure of groove and half a measure of ...

Feel The Flow

Get ready to have some fun with this awesome 16th fill! What's really cool about it is that it's a group of 3, so you'll be accenting the toms first on the right and then on the left. 

A...

Easy, Fun, Paragroove

Have you ever wondered what a paradiddle is? Well, let me tell you! A paradiddle is an awesome exercise that helps you practice both your singles (RLRL) and your doubles (RRLL). In this exercise we...

The Most Important Groove

You're about to learn one of the most important, possibly the most important groove as a drummer. 

It's been used in countless songs, and once you play it, you'll be unstoppable!

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The Groove Every Drummer Plays

You'll be amazed to find that 9 out of 10 times when I ask a beginner drummer to play a groove, they instinctively choose this groove. And it's no coincidence! The placement of the bass drum makes ...

The Four Essentials

Let's talk about the four crucial hi-hat patterns you should know. Here they are:

1. Quarters: Count it as 1, 2, 3, 4.

2. 8ths: Count it as 1 and, 2 and, 3 and, 4 and.

3. Triplets...

A Drummers First Groove

You've got to check out this groove! It's an absolute must-know for every drummer, and trust me, it's worth it. This groove forms the foundation for so much more to come, and it's so fun to play, n...

The Every Day Fill

We're going to play an exciting fill consisting of quarters, 8th, and 16th notes. Let's get those sticks moving!

Kick, Snare, Hat Fill

In this fill we are only going to use the kick, snare, and hi-hat. It's a completely different approach than always using toms in your fill. What makes the fill fun is that we will use a lot of sin...

The Diddle Cow

Get ready to jam with an awesome paradiddle groove featuring the cowbell! No bell? No problem! Just use your ride or hi-hat cymbal. 

The Bass Exercise You Need

This exercise will help you develop independence and speed. It's one of the most challenging bass exercises I've ever received from my teachers. You'll have to play the hi-hat tightly and incorpora...

The Fill You Need!

In this lesson, we're going to switch things up! Instead of the usual, we'll be adding a fill in the middle of the measure. Half the measure will be a groove, while the other half will feature a fi...

Fill The Funk

In this lesson, we'll work on a funky fill with a short break at the end. Let's get started and have fun!

Metal Battle

Let’s learn how to play a metal fill using 32nd notes. To create a smooth flow, we will use the bass drum. Including the bass drum in a metal drum fill has numerous benefits. First, it delivers a...

Paradiddle Trap

In this lesson, we'll be using a paradiddle in a Trap groove. Trap music is known for its syncopated rhythms and intricate grooves, and the paradiddle's alternating hand pattern can help you create...

Fast metal battle

32 note metal fill. Let's blast our way through. Enjoy!

Your First Trap Beat

Let's have some fun with a Trap groove! Trap grooves have a unique groove and feel, with a strong focus on the downbeat and a driving sense of momentum. By studying a Trap-style drum groove, you ca...

The Paradiddle Groove You Must Know

Paradiddles are not just an exercise for your snare drum; they are the perfect addition to both fills and grooves. Get ready to dive in and explore four different paradiddle grooves, where we'll be...

Exotic Fun Groove

Check out this cool groove with just the toms. I've created this awesome groove by adding something every two bars. You've got to try it out and see how it feels. Let's get playing and enjoy the rh...

Basic but Fun Linear

Let's have some fun playing a linear groove! In this groove, we won't be playing anything at the same time, making it unique and exciting. Focus on combining singles and doubles, and pay close atte...