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How to Hold the Sticks and Turn Your Wrists -

Learn proper technique from Ralph Humphrey, Joe Porcaro, Chad Wackerman, plus an analysis of Buddy Rich’s technique.

Teacher

Mike Packer

All Levels

250 lessons

The Bounce Stroke -

Learn proper technique from Ralph Humphrey, Joe Porcaro, Chad Wackerman, plus an analysis of Buddy Rich’s technique.

Teacher

Mike Packer

All Levels

250 lessons

The Definitive Moeller Method -

Master the legendary Moeller Method to build speed, control, and endurance with Jim Chapin, Chad Smith, and Ralph Humphrey!

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Chad Smith, Don Lombardi, +2

All Levels

9 lessons

Essential courses

Setting Up and Tuning Your Drum Kit -

Set up, tune, and perfect your drum sound with legends like Stephen Perkins, Gregg Bissonette, and John Good!

Teacher

Blair Sinta, Don Lombardi, +3

All Levels

10 lessons

Drum Channel Method -

From Beginning to Advanced this proven curriculum has 10 courses and 60 playalongs.

Teacher

Mike Packer

All Levels

250 lessons

How to Hold the Sticks and Turn Your Wrists -

Learn proper technique from Ralph Humphrey, Joe Porcaro, Chad Wackerman, plus an analysis of Buddy Rich’s technique.

Teacher

Mike Packer

All Levels

250 lessons

The Bounce Stroke -

Learn proper technique from Ralph Humphrey, Joe Porcaro, Chad Wackerman, plus an analysis of Buddy Rich’s technique.

Teacher

Mike Packer

All Levels

250 lessons

The Definitive Moeller Method -

Master the legendary Moeller Method to build speed, control, and endurance with Jim Chapin, Chad Smith, and Ralph Humphrey!

Teacher

Chad Smith, Don Lombardi, +2

All Levels

9 lessons

The Murray Spivack Method -

Learn proper technique, build confidence, and play better using the method Chad mastered!

Teacher

Chad Wackerman

Beginner

64 lessons

Learn the Beginner Rock Beats and Fills -

The perfect starting point—learn three beats and play along with songs in your first lesson!

Teacher

Val Sepulveda

Beginner

10 lessons

Basic Rock Drumming, Chad's Way -

Take your skills to the next level with Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer Chad Smith!

Teacher

Chad Smith

Beginner

13 lessons

Rudimental Crash Course -

Select a rudiment, refine your sticking, and use the DC metronome to play faster!

Teacher

Adam Kuns

Beginner

40 lessons

Basic Rudiments on the Drum Set -

Select a rudiment, refine your sticking, and use the DC metronome to play faster!

Teacher

Al Velasquez

Beginner

16 lessons

Essential Styles and Vocabulary -

Best All-Around Drummer’ winner Gregg teaches you essential fills and styles!

Teacher

Gregg Bissonette

All levels

23 lessons

Foot Technique -

You will learn different techniques that will improve your bass drum speed and control, along with common bass drum rhythms.

Teacher

Mike Packer

All levels

10 lessons

Double Pedal Technique -

You will learn different techniques that will improve your bass drum speed and control, along with common bass drum rhythms.

Teacher

Mike Packer

All levels

10 lessons

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The Definitive Moeller Method

Unlock the legendary Moeller Method with three of drumming’s most influential figures—Jim Chapin, Chad Smith,...

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Chad Smith +3

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Beginner

9 lessons

Masterclass

Singing & Drumming

In this Masterclass, Camille guides you through integrating singing and drumming into your skill set....

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Camille Bigeault

Advanced

Masterclass

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Unique Practice Techniques for Electronic Drums

In this Drum Channel course, Mike Mangini shows how to use electronic drums as both...

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Mike Mangini

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All Levels

10 lessons

Masterclass

Mental Web Breakdown & Discussion

In this masterclass, Camille delves into her original composition “Mental Web,” breaking down each part...

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Camille Bigeault

Advanced

Masterclass

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Electronic Drum Essentials

Join Jules Tabberer-Stewart, Roland's Global Marketing Manager, for an in-depth guide to using, maintaining, and...

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Jules Tabberer-Stewart

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All Levels

5 lessons

Masterclass

Simon Phillips Masterclass

Check out this exceptional Masterclass featuring the world-renowned drummer, Simon Phillips. Over the course of...

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Simon Phillips

Intermediate

Masterclass

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Jazz Vocabulary For The Modern Drummer

Join Al Velasquez and his student Saoirse Sipes in this hands-on course, where they break...

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Al Velasquez

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Intermediate

10 lessons

Masterclass

Exploring Push Pull, Dual Grip & Slide Technique

Ramon Montagner explores a range of hand techniques he has developed and incorporated into his...

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Ramon Montagner

Advanced

Masterclass

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Mastering Percussion with Giovanni Hidalgo

A Journey through Congas, Batás, and Beyond This five course series, led by world-renowned percussionist...

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Giovanni Hidalgo

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Advanced

6 lessons

Masterclass

Home Studio Recording, Tuning & Mixing

Discover an exciting, comprehensive masterclass designed to elevate your home studio experience. Uncover the secrets...

Teacher

Jake Reed

Intermediate

Masterclass

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Post Malone Grooves & More with Jacopo Volpe

Unlock the secrets behind Post Malone's iconic beats with Jacopo Volpe, his talented drummer. Jacopo...

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Jacopo Volpe

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Intermediate

5 lessons

Masterclass

Drum Camp Warm Ups, Tips and Q&A

Indulge in an immersive three-hour masterclass, complete with a diverse array of exercises, invigorating warm-ups,...

Teacher

Thomas Lang

Intermediate

Masterclass

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How To Interpret Patterns From Different Angles

Camille Bigeault elevates standard time and displacement exercises, offering a fresh and engaging way to...

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Camille Bigeault

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Advanced

3 lessons

Masterclass

Hi-Hat Technique & Vocabulary

Thomas shares some new concepts that you can use to expand your sound palette with...

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Thomas Lang

Intermediate

Masterclass

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Unique Ways To Practice With A Click

Are you looking to enhance your internal clock? In this series of lessons, Camille Bigeault...

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Camille Bigeault

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Advanced

3 lessons

Masterclass

Symmetrical Patterns

In this masterclass, Thomas demonstrates his method for developing speed and smoothness with symmetrical, ascending,...

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Thomas Lang

Intermediate

Masterclass

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How To Play A Drum Solo Over A Foot Ostinato

Discover the art of soloing over an ostinato with Camille as your guide. In this...

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Camille Bigeault

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Advanced

7 lessons

Masterclass

Everything You Need to Know About the Train Beat

Jim Riley of the Rascal Flatts will share how to approach the train beat as...

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Jim Riley

Intermediate

Masterclass

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Systems For Expanding Your Creativity Using “RLK”

Discover how to transform a basic concept—like "RLK"—into a fully realized musical piece. Pete Drummond...

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Pete Drummond

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Advanced

12 lessons

Masterclass

Breaking Down Legendary Grooves

Join Nandi as a student of Gregg and Chad’s as they breakdown some classic grooves....

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Chad Smith, Gregg Bissonette

Intermediate

Masterclass

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How To Play Over Loops

Delve into the intricacies of rhythmic play with Pete Drummond and unlock many techniques for...

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Pete Drummond

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Advanced

5 lessons

Masterclass

The Jazz Ministry Analyzes “The Sauce”

Get inside the minds of four of the greatest musicians of all time and see...

Teacher

Abe Laboriel Jr.

Intermediate

Masterclass

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Terry Bozzio Live Streams

Step into Terry Bozzio's Live Show for an immersive experience filled with invaluable lessons, expert...

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Terry Bozzio

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All Levels

3 lessons

Masterclass

Jess Bowen Breaks Down “Lightning in a Bottle”

Jess Bowen breaks down her drum part on The Summer Set’s hit, “Lightning in a...

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Jess Bowen

Intermediate

Masterclass