The Isley Brothers - Footsteps in the Dark (top view)

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01. Practice tips for drum breaks
Free lesson3:49

02. The Isley Brothers - Footsteps in the Dark
Free lesson4:33

03. The Isley Brothers - Footsteps in the Dark (top view)
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04. Barry White - I'm Gonna Love You A Little Bit More
4:19

05. Barry White - I'm Gonna Love You A Little Bit More (top view)
0:55

06. Skull Snaps - It's A New Day
2:57

07. Skull Snaps - It's A New Day (top view)
0:54

08. Melvin Bliss - Synthetic Substitution
7:16

09. Melvin Bliss - Synthetic Substitution (top view)
0:54

10. The Winstons - Amen, Brother
6:06

11. The Winstons - Amen, Brother (top view)
1:20

12. Banbarra - Shack Up
4:17

13. Banbarra - Shack Up (top view)
1:10

14. Marva Whitney - Unwind Yourself
5:06

15. Marva Whitney - Unwind Yourself (top view)
0:50

16. Chuck Brown & The Soul Searchers - Ashley's Roachclip
3:28

17. Chuck Brown & The Soul Searchers - Ashley's Roachclip (top view)
1:19

18. Steve Miller Band - Take The Money And Run
5:28

19. Steve Miller Band - Take The Money And Run (top view)
0:56
Lesson transcript
Music Lesson: Understanding "Sa"
Introduction to "Sa"
In this lesson, we will explore the concept of "Sa" in music.
Key Points:
- "Sa" is the tonic note of the Indian music scale.
- It serves as the foundation for other notes in the scale.
Important Aspects of "Sa":
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Position:
- "Sa" is the first note (Shadja) in the Sargam.
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Emotional Impact:
- "Sa" often signifies stability and calmness in compositions.
Quotes:
- "Sa is the root that nourishes the growth of melody."
Conclusion
Understanding "Sa" is crucial for building a strong musical foundation. Practice identifying "Sa" in various musical contexts to enhance your skills.
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Meet your guru

Meet your guru
Max Sedgley is a British producer, drummer and DJ with a degree in classical music. His compositions have featured on numerous TV programmes and adverts, including the series Six Feet Under, and he was the drummer for drum & bass producer Roni Size. He also records under the name Cadien.
In his courses he teaches drumming from the ground up - sticking, core grooves and the eight-note rock pattern - and the iconic 60s and 70s drum breaks that have been sampled into countless modern records.











