Drum lingo can be something of a minefield for players both new and old, do you know your cross stick from your rimshot? Have you got to grips with, er...grip and just what is an ostinato?
Rhythm tutor Colin Woolway answers these questions and more in this set of exclusive lessons for Rhythm. For much more look out for the latest issue of Rhythm, which comes packed with video lessons and content.
Matched Grip
Traditional Grip
Quarter Notes
Eighth Notes
Eighth Note Triplets
Sixteenth Notes
Ostinato
Cross Stick
Rim Shot
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