Rockschool Drum Technique - Foundation (Grade 0-5)

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Intermediate 11 lessons (0h 48m) Mobile, Tablet + Desktop

These Drum technique courses are designed to help you ace your foundation level drum technique and (if you're taking one!) ace your Rockschool drums grade exam.

Led by top international Drum Guru Paul Elliot, Paul's innovative methods have inspired countless drummers on their personal and professional rhythmic journey, including Phil Selway (Radiohead), Mick Avory (The Kinks), Ash Soan (Adele), Jason Cooper (The Cure) Laurie Jenkins (Kasabian) and many more. 

In these lesson Paul takes you through some of the key advanced techniques required of modern drummers including:

  • Single stroke rolls
  • Double stroke rolls
  • Paradiddles
  • Flams, drags and ruffs

In addition there are loads of tips on how to practise as well as a demonstration of the key techniques required for each grade from Grade 0 to Grade 5.

This is an invaluable resource for any student and their teacher wishing to build a solid foundation for their drum technique that they can rely on as they progress through the Rockschool grades and beyond.

So let's get started!