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Bass Drum Control

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Here is a series of short bass drum control exercises focusing on both feet. The idea is to

practice each exercise with each foot individually focusing on eveness and clarity of sound. Speed is not

all that important (it will come later). First work through the first four exercises with the right then the

left feet individually. These will help with both balance and coordination of the feet. It is also imperative

that you focus on keeping good time and a solid groove with these patterns.

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The following three patterns incorporates a three feel under 4/4 time. This will add to you

coordination and concentration level. It is most important that these are practiced slowly at first

in order to become more familiar with the cross-phrasing.

* They should all be practiced with reversed footing.

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