Drums Intermediate (Group / Solo)
About the Course
- Review and Technique Refinement: Review and reinforce proper hand and foot technique, grip, and posture and Focus on improving speed, control, and precision. Introduce advanced drumming rudiments and practice exercises.
- Advanced Rhythmic Concepts: Explore complex rhythmic patterns, syncopation, and polyrhythms. Study odd time signatures and metric modulation.
Practice playing along with challenging rhythm tracks or metronome exercises. - Advanced Drum Set Grooves: Explore different subdivisions, accents, and ghost notes within grooves. Study influential drummers and their signature grooves.
- Advanced Drum Fills and Soloing: Dive deeper into drum fills and soloing techniques. Explore advanced fill patterns, linear fills, and melodic drumming. Develop creative and musical drum solos.
- Independence and Coordination: Strengthen drum set independence through challenging coordination exercises. Practice playing different rhythms with each limb simultaneously. Explore polyrhythmic coordination and limb interplay.
- Advanced Music Styles: Explore advanced drumming styles such as jazz, Latin, fusion, or metal. Study characteristic drumming patterns and techniques within each genre. Learn songs and drum parts from influential musicians in specific styles.
- Drum Notation and Sight Reading: Expand reading skills with more complex drum sheet music and charts. Practice playing drum parts accurately from sheet Music. Develop sight-reading skills for various musical genres.
- Advanced Groove and Fills Development: Focus on developing unique and creative grooves and fills. Study concepts such as linear drumming, displaced rhythms, and metric modulation. Experiment with different textures, dynamics, and timbres on the drum set.
- Intermediate Course Completion: Attain an intermediate level by successfully completing Grade 4 or 5 examinations, securing certification from Trinity Or Rockschool.