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Modern melodic percussion

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Touch → scale map → grooves → melodic improvisation

0 of 8 lessons ~2h total
Chapter 1Body, sound and the first vocabulary

Foundations

  • Touch & Tone

    Finger pads, rebound and the sweet spot on each note field.

    Beginner · 12 min

  • The Scale Map

    Ding, tone fields and how your scale is laid out.

    Beginner · 12 min

  • First Grooves

    Simple ostinatos in 4/4 with a steady ding pulse.

    Beginner · 16 min

Chapter 2The grooves and forms you'll play for life

Core repertoire

  • Ghost Notes & Slaps

    Percussive colours on the shell and mutes.

    Intermediate · 16 min

  • Odd Meters

    Playing in 7, 9 and 5 without losing the flow.

    Intermediate · 18 min

  • Melodic Phrasing

    Shaping melodies with space, dynamics and repetition.

    Intermediate · 18 min

Chapter 3Improvisation, nuance and performance

Mastery & expression

  • Improvisation

    Free playing that still has structure and direction.

    Advanced · 20 min

  • Performance & Recording

    Mic placement, ambience and set structure.

    Advanced · 16 min

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