Drum Lessons: Latin - Page 1

Drummers Sharing Tips, Tricks and Knowledge on subjects such as Drum Tuning, Drum Rudiments, Paradiddles, Shuffles, Groove Ideas,
Drum Kit Dynamics, Drum Fills, Triplets, Drum Micing, Drum Recording, Changing Drum Heads and so much more.

The Abakua

by Drummeretc on 08/22/2011 | 3,239 Views | 1 Comments

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This is a lesson on the Abakua, a rhythm that comes from an Afro-Cuban men's secret society. The history is as cool as the groove! The Abakua

Akira Jimbo Latin Groove advanced

by drumennut on 01/29/2011 | 2,155 Views | 0 Comments

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This is a groove trascribed from Akira Jimbo's Wasabi DVD. It is a cool latin groove with a left foot son clave pattern. Link the the sheet music Here: Sheet Music

Billy Ashbaugh: Basic Afro Cuban 6/8 Groove

by billy ashbaugh on 10/10/2010 | 8,357 Views | 2 Comments

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Today's lesson takes a look at the basic Afro Cuban 6/8 groove. We're going to break this groove down by working on the hands first and then bringing in the kick drum to complete the groove. Anything involving triplets can be challenging and this groove is no exception. Don't forget to use the PDF download as a reference for the sticking. Enjoy!

Billy Ashbaugh: Mozambique Pattern

by billy ashbaugh on 05/30/2010 | 4,368 Views | 4 Comments

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I thought it would be cool to share a Mozambique Hand Pattern I came up with over the years. I’m not really sure how it evolved to what it is…but it sounds pretty cool! Enjoy!

Billy Ashbaugh: Songo Variation

by billy ashbaugh on 03/13/2010 | 8,056 Views | 5 Comments

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Here’s a lesson that covers a few variations on the basic Songo Groove…..Enjoy!!

6/8 Afro Cuban Drumming

by visioncrys on 02/12/2010 | 7,451 Views | 6 Comments

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6/8 Afro Cuban Drum lesson.  Hope it interests/helps some people !!

Stu Roberts: Samba Drum Lesson

by billy ashbaugh on 01/15/2010 | 3,252 Views | 3 Comments

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Here’s a great youtube Samba lesson from Stu Roberts. I really like how he breaks it down. A lot of good information here!!

Billy Ashbaugh: Basic Cascara Groove

by billy ashbaugh on 12/02/2009 | 8,120 Views | 8 Comments

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In today's lesson we're going to take a close look at the Cascara Groove. I'll break each limb down individually first, and then we'll put them all together...enjoy!

Billy Ashbaugh: Songo Introduction

by billy ashbaugh on 10/01/2009 | 14,558 Views | 10 Comments

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For all you guys & gals out there just getting into Songo you'll want to check this out. In this lesson I break down the groove as it was explained to me years ago. I've also included an accenting exercise to help get your left hand stronger. Hope you enjoy!!