Drum Encyclopedia

R io dMe i P e e t. al a r da rs ns. .E c co e i n y lp da O f Du rm Tr e ms T eC mp e eA Z h o lt Of r mmi g Du n B : a e tis n y D v A kn o Usually played at faster upbeat tempos.A bar is a term used in music theory. while loosening it will allow it to move a lot smoother. Here is an example of a bar of music. Tightening this spring will give the beater much more bounce to its movement. so make sure you sample every style! . . pinstriped.This spring is located on the bass drum. The spring is what sets the tension of the pedal itself. and is placed vertically on the side of pedals. which in drumming means to add shots when other members of the band are playing to accent their notes.The batter head of a drum is the side in which you hit. Each has their own sound. however the term is most popular in jazz music.The beater is the piece of a bass drum pedal that drives into the bass drum. It can be coated. This groove is derived from the north east of Brazil. Click for a complete diagram of the bass drum pedal. The batter head uses different type skins than the resonant heads. plastic beaters. and usually offers more of a pulse then tone. with palms facing down. the batter and resonant. single ply. If the time signature is 4/4. There are many different types of Afro-Cuban music out there. such as the Clave.Notes played louder then normal to give a distinct shot or hit. 2-ply. -The bass drum pedal is the device used to kick the bass drum. and Tumbao. -To add accents or hits to a pattern or groove with your bass drum.An up tempo style of Latin music that is usually played with lots of energy. There are two heads on a drum. spring. . and multi-function beaters.A more difficult style of Latin music played in the time signature of 6/8. then the bar would consist of 4 counts. there are felt beaters. This style of music involves many of the Latin patterns. The bass pedal is made of a foot pad. This is a very important part of the bass drum pedal that is often ignored. . Accents require stick control and are great to practice. Check out some examples of bass drum comping here! -Usually the biggest drum on the drum set. Cascara. The Batter head can be many different styles of skin. The bass drum is played to drive the beat. There are many different types of beaters. The bass drum is played with your feet with the use of a pedal. Comping is short for complimenting. and the sticks should make a 45 degree angle.Holding the drum sticks in matched grip style. Elbows should be relaxed at your sides. A bar is a measure of time decided by the amount of beats in the time signature. Accents are played usually to compliment other musicians in the band. The Baião has a distinct bass drum pattern that drives the beat forward.A type of Latin drumming that includes influences from Africa and Cuba. A very catchy beat that is easy to dance to! . Inc 1 . Very popular style of grip for rock drumming. and a beater. This is a head that is attached to a rod that is attached to the top of your bass drum pedal.Encyclopedia Of Drumming Terms Accents . . Make sure you are replacing your springs every so often to keep the effectiveness of it up! . Also known as a Nanigo. Bass drum comping is done in all sorts of music. . or more. or to spice up the current beat. Afro Cuban American Grip Baião Bar Bass Comping Bass Drum Bass Drum Pedal Bass Pedal Spring Batter Head Beater Bembé Copyright © 2007-2008 Railroad Media. wood beaters. This is a 2-bar pattern that can be played in two directions. however broken up beats take that feel away. then there are 120 quarter note beats per 60 seconds. however it is still quite tricky. The chimes are used mainly for softer styles of music.The Bossa Nova is a Latin style of music that is very easy to listen to. The Bossa Nova has a distinct bass drum pattern that is very similar to the Samba. each with its own place. . . When played. The bongo is very popular in Latin and Afro-Cuban music. and elevator music.The Bongo is a hand drum that has a distinct tone and sound to it. If the tempo is set to 120 bpm. This style is based around the Cha Cha dance. The BPM determines how many beats there are per minute of play. so make sure you check out this lesson on them. The reason for this is so it fits into the Bossa nova groove easier. brooms use a certain amount of smaller wood sticks.Bossa Nova . There are many uses for brushes that most drummers do not know about.This is one of the simplest forms of Latin music. Brushes are often used for softer styles of music like Jazz and ballads. There are 5 notes in this pattern. not just drummers. These are wood drums that are usually covered with a skin of an animal. Bossa Nova Clavè Bongo BPM Broken Up Beats Brooms Brushes Cascara Cha Cha Chimes 2 Copyright © 2007-2008 Railroad Media. Inc . The sound is made from the chimes hitting each other when brushed.A style of drum stick that consists of many smaller sticks bundled together. chimes make a hi pitched sound that is very easy to listen to. Check out some broken beat patterns here! . Most beats you can hear a constant pulse on the ride cymbal or hi hat. Brushes give the drums a very unique feel to them. . The Cha Cha is played at slower tempos. you are adding a totally different unique sound to the groove. Brooms are used to get a unique sound out of a drum set that is usually quieter than sticks. 2-3 and 3-2. since they are not a loud instrument. or the cowbell. it is only different by one eighth note. and is driven by the cowbell. however this is a popular Latin pattern consisting of 2 bars. The wires on a brush can be extended and hidden in the handle when not being played. -This is a Latin pattern that is played with the Bossa Nova groove. There are many different sizes and varieties of brooms. and is usually played on the ride cymbal bell. The BPM is a term that identifies the tempo of a song. . This style of music is played at a slower tempo. This pattern is widely used in all sorts of Latin styles.Drum beats that are played with odd patterns instead of constant strokes. These are similar to brushes. . You will hear the Bossa Nova in background music. By changing the pattern of your hi hat or ride cymbal.Also known as Beats per Minute. This Clavè pattern is very similar to the Son Clavè.Literal term means shell. These drums are usually smaller in size. The BPM is very important for all musicians. and should not be mistaken for Congas.A stick that is made of thin wires that fan out. This pattern can be played in 2 directions and is best played at faster tempos. . except instead of using many wires. .A group of cylindrical rods that are hung close together. The Bossa Nova is usually one of the easier Latin patterns to learn. . and thicknesses. . Crescendos are used to build energy. There are many different variations of the Clavè pattern.China Cymbal . . China Kang Clavès Clavè Pattern Click Track Common Time Comping Conga Cowbell Crash Cymbal Crescendos Copyright © 2007-2008 Railroad Media.A cymbal that looks like it is inverted. and transition songs from one style to the next. Each one is a little different. . the Bossa Nova Clavè. There is the Son Clavè. Click tracks are also known as metronomes. snare drum. Congas are usually larger drums with a long body. . Crescendos take a lot of control with your dynamics. and the 6/8 Clavè. accents. and hits to compliment the other musicians in a band. Crash cymbals are made in many different sizes. or cymbals.A cymbal that produces a sharp. A mixture of a splash and china cymbal. Crash cymbals can be used for accents. as they provide the same use. China cymbals have their outer edge bent upwards to limit the amount of ring it has. Inc 3 .A small. . This is called common time since the majority of music and counting patterns are based around the 4/4 time signature.Hand drums that offer a distinct tone similar to bongos and Djembes. and have many different tones. China cymbals are used mostly in rock and heavier styles of music. or to drive the beat. they have a distinct sound that travels through most instruments. Cowbells can come in many different sizes. When hit. the Rumba Clavè. The China Cymbal makes a very raw sound that is fast. and can make many different sounds. . they may not display the time signature 4/4. also known as the BPM.A Latin pattern that is used in most Latin and Afro-Cuban music. The Clavès are smaller blocks that are hand held. This cymbal can be played upside down to save on stick damage. Comping is done in all styles of music. styles. The congas are very popular in Latin and Afro Cuban music. Originally used by herdsmen to keep track of their livestock. The Clavè pattern is a 2 bar pattern consisting of 5 notes. however all are used in the same form. something every drummer should be aware of. These are wood drums topped with a skin of an animal hide. 2-3 and 3-2.The time signature 4/4.A pulse that is used to keep time for musicians.A pair of wood blocks that have a high pitched sound when struck together. . however they can be used anywhere. loud sound that is used in every style of music. These are like splash cymbals with its edge curved upwards to give it a quick attack sound. and powerful. hollow bell used to make a rhythmic sound popular in Latin and rock styles of music. and is meant to accent the melodic instruments when they are soloing or playing certain pieces. You can use comping exercises on your hi hats. A click track’s tempo is determined by the Beats per Minute.The act of raising the volume of a beat for certain duration of time. The Clavè can be played in two directions. the cowbell has a unique tone that funks up any groove. There are distinct ways to hold the claves to get the best results from them. Drummers should practice with click tracks regularly to develop their sense of time.Playing shots. bass drum. . . which stands for common time. they may just show a “C”. On sheet music.A smaller cymbal version of a China cymbal. Djembes are shaped like an hourglass. as well as the tightness of the drum head. You can play it either RR or LL. depth. Double bass pedals are used more often then double bass drum set ups. Usually topped with a skin or head on both ends. and drop the stick onto the rim. The Cymbal bell is great for accents and hits during a beat. Cymbals are a modern percussion instrument that is played in virtually every style of music. these have a distinct sound that cuts through most instruments in the band. Inc . rides. however they are completely different. higher pitch sound to it. and many more. . however the double bass drum can be used in all styles of music. . . A lot of drummers call this a rim shot. and are great to bring down the energy level of a song. or using two bass drums. and thickness of the drums body.Hand drums that offer a distinct tone when played. This takes control of dynamics. . beat or feel down in duration of time. The center of most cymbals has a thick rise that has a different. Cymbal Cymbal Bell Decrescendos Djembe Double Bass Drum Double Bass Pedal Drag Drum Drum Break 4 Copyright © 2007-2008 Railroad Media. When struck.Incorporating two bass drums into your playing. metals. Chinas. and are topped with an animal skin.To hit your stick on the rim of your drum to create a unique sound that is similar to a wood block or cowbell. The tone of a drum is distinguished by the size. These are African drums that are usually carved out of wood. The drag rudiment consists of two consecutive notes played with the same stick.A cylindrical instrument made of many different types of wood.One of the 40 essential rudiments. This rudiment is very similar to the Diddle. You can incorporate double bass drumming by using a double bass pedal. . breaks are used to transition songs from one part to the next.The center of the cymbal in which it is the thickest. and plastics. These are the opposite of crescendos. . Double Bass Drum playing is very popular in progressive rock.A bass drum pedal consisting of two beaters and two foot pedals. These are similar to bongos. because it is very easy to lose the tempo. and is something every drummer should practice. heavy rock.Cross Stick . Drum breaks are a time for drummers to express themselves by adding their own creative touch to a song.A thin and round plate consisting of many different kinds of cymbal alloys. crashes. Also known as a drum fill. Cross sticking is where you place your tip of your stick on the drum head. Both have their advantages and disadvantages. There are hundreds if not thousands of different types and sizes of cymbals. however they can range from small sizes to very large sizes. . From hi hats.Bringing the volume of a song.A pause in the song where the drummer gets a chance to play a small fill or pattern. and heavy metal. . Cross sticking patterns are popular for softer styles of drumming. . splashes. Watch out though. These are joined together to allow you to incorporate double bass playing without having to buy a second bass drum. Also known as drum skins.The set up of your drums. There are many different types of drum heads. pinstripe and more. clear. and a batter head. to a small drum set including a bass and snare drum. drum rings. Effects cymbals range in a variety of shapes and sizes that give off different kinds of sounds and feels. A drum kit can range in any size. and drum set up. and can be tightened or loosened to change the pitch of a drum.The set up of your drums.A form of drum dampening that is placed on top of the drum head. . . This is also known as a Drum Break. . Inc 5 .Lessons taken by drummers to further their education in drumming. blankets.A note played for one eighth of the duration of the whole note. Drum Fill Drum Head Drum Gum Drum Kit Drum Module Drum Set Drum Skin Drum Tuition Effects Cymbal Eighth Notes Copyright © 2007-2008 Railroad Media. Effect cymbals can be played in all sorts of different music styles. coated. Eighth notes include a stem with one flag attached. and add their own level of creativity to the song. Drum tuition can be taken in many forms. These are also known as mufflers. and kit. Some common forms of this are pillows. There are two drum heads for every drum.Drum Dampeners . The drum module is the device that stores all the different drum samples for an electric kit.Devices that are placed either inside the drum. Drum Gum is a small sticky jelly that is stuck on top of a drum head to take away any access overtones. A fill is a certain pattern that a drummer plays to either transition the song. either by personal instructor.A pause in the song where the drummer gets a chance to play a small fill or pattern. a resonant head. and a batter skin. coated. or on the drum head itself to muffle the sound of the drum.Covering of a drum that fits on the top and bottom of a drum. to small drum kits including a single bass drum and snare. a resonant skin. from massive drum kits including multi bass drums. . and drum gum. There are two drum skins for every drum. This is what all of the electric pads gets plugged into to complete the drum set. Drum tuition is also known as drum lessons.The brain of an electronic drum kit. and are very popular to be placed inside of bass drums. Eighth notes are one of the most common notes played by drummers. . Drum skins are tightened over the top of the drum by tension rods. pinstripe and more. A drum set can range in any size.A style of cymbal designed to create a distinct sound. . Drum fills give the drummer a chance to express themselves. Dampeners are used to minimize the resonance in a drum. There are many different types of drum heads. 2-ply. . drum set. or by video lesson. . Make sure you check out all forms of drum tuition before you choose which one works best for you! . and many toms. Most drummers use this for their snare drum or their larger toms. A drum kit is also known as drums. drum set up. from a massive drum set including many drums. . 2-ply. Drum heads are tightened over the top of the drum by tension rods. Also known as drum heads. A drum set is also known as drums. clear. and can be tightened or loosened to change the pitch of a drum.Covering of a drum that fits on the top and bottom of a drum. or accent certain parts. drum kit. The balance point of a drum stick. Latin drumming uses patterns like the Cascara. Hi hats are one of the most widely used cymbals in music. Gongs are not usually played in rock music. while the top hat is locked onto a moving rod that is controlled by your foot. grooves. and lighter styles of music. . and the sticks should make a 90 degree angle.A style of drumming that involves many specific patterns. . Elbows should stick out a little. Wood Blocks. The clutch is placed above the hats. Cowbells. Hi hats are placed on a stand that has a foot pedal on it. and can be incorporated into beats. and has a switch that you can press with your stick while you are playing. French Grip Fulcrum Point Germanium Grip Ghost Notes Gong Cymbal Hi Hat Hi Hat Clutch Hi Hat Comping Hi Hat Stand Latin Drumming 6 Copyright © 2007-2008 Railroad Media. and offers a lot of power for each stroke. fills and solos. Congas. The bottom hat rests on the stand.A note played on the drum that is felt more than it is heard. These are used to spice up a boring pattern. .Flam .A device used to lock the hi hats closed when using double bass or other pedals that do not allow you to place your foot on the hi hat pedal. Ghost notes are quieter notes played in between the regular notes. Double Bass drummers use this to be able to play different bass drum patterns while having the hi hats closed. however the term is most popular in jazz music. . Comping is short for complimenting. A very unique sounding cymbal originally from Japan. These are played at lower volumes to be almost hidden behind the beat. In order to get the best results from your stick grips. and the Tumbao to create its feel. . and uses your fingers to control the bounces of the sticks. The hats are locked onto this stand so you can control the opening and closing of them with your feet. with your palms facing down. . Hi hat stands can have 2 or 3 legs in order to accompany a slave double bass pedal. you need to be pinching the stick at the fulcrum point. Gongs must be warmed up before hit. The fulcrum point is the point where the drum stick will get the most bounce when dropped. and to add a new dynamic to the song.To add accents or hits to a pattern or groove with your hi hats.Holding the sticks in matched grip. Clavè. Tambourines. as you can get so many different sounds and feels from them. Latin drumming has a distinct sound to it.A set of cymbals that are placed on top of each other to get a variety of sounds.Holding the sticks close together with your palms up. . Hi hat comping is done in all sorts of music. .A very large cymbal played with a mallet to produce a large shimmering sound. Inc . . This rudiment is played with both sticks. This rudiment can be played both left and right hand dominant.A flam is one of the 40 essential rudiments every drummer must know. Check out some examples of hi-hat comping here! . which in drumming means to add shots when other members of the band are playing to accent their notes. This is a common style for marching bands. and is designed to make a full sound using two strokes. The foot pedal allows the drummer to have complete control of their hi hats. They are usually hung from an apparatus that sits behind the drum set. and instruments revolving around Latin music. and Clavès are all Latin specific instruments used in this style. This style of stick grip is matched grip. as they are more of an effect cymbal.A stand designed to hold the hi hat cymbals. Very popular for speed drumming. This locks the hi hats closed. 16th notes. . . and create unique sounds on the drum set. The control of these bounces allow you to play faster then ever before. .A technique used for enhanced stick control. A measure is a space of time decided by the amount of beats in the time signature. Mallets Mambo Manhattan Cymbals Maracas Matched Grip Measure Merengue Metronome Moeller Method Moeller Stroke Mozambique Copyright © 2007-2008 Railroad Media. There are many types of matched grip: French grip.A thin cymbal that has a distinct ring to it. Both left and right hands are gripping the stick identically. This is also a very popular form of dance that is practiced all across the world.A measure is a term used in music theory. the Moeller stroke gives you much more power then before. This creates a totally unique sounding pattern that has become very popular in today’s rock and modern music.Hand held percussion instruments that are like shakers. and crash. and has a distinct motion to it. Similar to a whipping motion.Holding the drum sticks the same way in both hands. Widely used in all sorts of Latin styles. like the ride. up beat or not! . The Moeller stroke is taught within the Moeller method. This is where you never play your snare and hi hat. . They have a long lasting sound that is usually used for softer styles of music like jazz. hi hats. This pattern can be played at faster tempos or slower tempos and can be used in beats or solos. . plastic tips.Linear Drumming .A style of Latin music that is very easy to listen to. Mallets can have fabric tips. rubber tips. Made popular by drummers like Steve Gadd. They can be any shape or size. American grip. meaning they can be plugged into amps or head phones. however you can use them anywhere. . Mirroring the left and right hands when holding a drum stick. .A very common Latin style of music that has a very distinct bell pattern. Metronomes can be set to any tempo. The Moeller method uses certain stick grips and strokes that maximize the bounce from the stick. A metronome plays click track at a certain tempo or Beats per Minute (Bpm). .A device used to keep time for musicians. These produce a texture like sound for any song.A special way to hit the drum to maximize the bounce on your stick. or bass drum together. or wood tips. Professional drummers are very familiar with this technique. . It is a 2 bar pattern that can be played in 2 directions. Most metronomes are digital these days. Manhattan cymbals are bright and rich.A stick with a special tip used to create different sounds and feels on drums and cymbals. There are many cymbals created in the Manhattan style. and Germanium grip. If the time signature is 4/4. Here is an example of a measure of music. Usually played at faster tempos with the snare drum turned off. The mambo pattern can be played on the cowbell or ride cymbal.A very popular style of Latin music. Inc 7 . triplets and more. . The Mozambique has a distinct bell pattern that is not very hard to play.Drum patterns that are played where no two limbs line up. and are filled with beans. Mallets are usually used for creating cymbal rolls and gong hits. then the bar would consist of 4 counts. Some metronomes can be set to play 8th notes. This cymbal is often thicker. Resonant heads are usually ignored as drummers. Manhattan Ride. One of the most popular rudiments to learn.Playing 2 different time signature patterns over top of each other. fills. These are made so drummers can practice without making a lot of noise. and other patterns to spice things up. Quarter notes are what you usually hear on a metronome. .The duration of time you play a certain note for. but no flag. . the quarter note pulse. Inc . Piccolo snares are popular in all styles of music and offer a higher tone then regular snare drums. You will see rests in almost all sheet music.A type of drum that is thin and tuned very tight.A larger cymbal that is usually a standard on most drum sets. . Paradiddle Piccolo Snare Practice Pad Polyrhythm Quarter Note Remote Hi Hats Resonant Head Rest Ride Cymbal 8 Copyright © 2007-2008 Railroad Media. however there are full practice pad drum sets. Something every drummer must have. and placed on the opposite side of their hi hats. The resonant head is usually a thinner drum skin. This rudiment can be played in beats. This cymbal is designed to maintain a rhythm rather than add shots or accents.A rudiment played with two sticks to develop independence with your hands. .Note Value . A polyrhythm includes two distinctly different time signature grooves. . . The foot pedal is connected to a wire that allows you to place it where ever you want. For example. .An imitation drum designed to feel and act like a drum without the sound. Rests can be short or long depending on the notation of the rest. Polyrhythms are very difficult to play. . This drum includes snare wires on the bottom to give a very tight cracking sound to it.Hi hats that are placed on a stand that can be mounted anywhere on the drum set. There are many types of ride cymbals: Rock ride. Quarter notes have a stem.Duration of time where nothing is played. and is used in all styles of music. and is usually tuned differently then the batter head. quarter notes have a quarter note value. Make sure you fully understand what a polyrhythm is before attempting them.A note played for one forth the length of a whole note. The ride cymbal offers a higher tone then crash cymbals. Quarter notes usually indicate the pulse of a groove. Studio Ride and more. meaning you play for one quarter note. These are very popular for double bass drummers. played on top of each other to create a unique beat. and drummers who have no room for a regular hi hat stand. . The paradiddle is an 8 note pattern that is played: R L R R L R L L. Practice pads are best used for stick control and rudiment practice. Some drummers prefer to leave the resonant head off of the drum. and how to count them. and can easily be played wrong. Drummers practice note value exercises to help develop control of their sticks. The value of a note determines how long you play the specified note for. so be sure you know what they look like.The drum skin that is located on the bottom of the drum. the ride cymbal or double bass to drive the pattern. the flam stroke.A fast paced Latin style of music that is designed to create positive energy. however it is played at much faster tempos. The Samba is very similar to the Bossa Nova. . it is a style of dance. Snare buzz happens when you have a lot of access noise either from the band or your own drum set. The salsa is not an actual style of Latin music. Rolls can be played on any drum or cymbal.A technique drummers use to produce a constant sound on a drum. The most common roll is played on a snare drum. This note value is usually played quicker then the rest since it is small value.A sound created by vibrations on the snare wires on your snare drum. Some of the most popular are the single stroke roll. In notation. . Inc 9 . In drum notation. A set of patterns that are played and combined to create different beats. . Each drum has 2 sets of rims. Sanford Moeller was a drummer in the late 1800’s who took inspiration from army corps drummers to develop a method of playing the drums where you could maximize your control on your sticks and develop faster chops. The slave pedal is the one that is played with your weaker foot.The part of a drum that sits over top of the drum head. Rudimental drumming develops drum stick control.A note played for the duration of 1/16 of a whole note. Rims can be made from metal alloys or different woods. Rolls can be played with single strokes. and the triple stroke roll. This is what provides the pressure on the drum skin which changes the tuning of the drum.On a double bass pedal. triple strokes. and jazz. his method is practiced by professionals all over the world. The shuffle is played in popular styles of music like blues. or multiple strokes (buzz roll). There are 40 essential rudiments. however adjustments can be made. One that has become increasingly popular over time. The sound of a rim shot is different then the sound of a hard stroke on the drum. One of the more popular Latin styles. fills and solos. a roll is shown by a strike through the stem of a note. and one for the resonant head. Up beat Latin patterns and beats played together create a salsa style groove. double strokes. the foot pedal with no beater attached to it.Rims . speed. classic rock. To this day. the double stroke roll.The man responsible for creating the Moeller Method. A rim shot is usually played at higher volumes to create a loud accent. . . Check out this unique style of music here. Rim Shot Roll Rudiment Salsa Samba Sanford Moeller Shuffle Sixteenth Notes Slave Pedal Snare Buzz Copyright © 2007-2008 Railroad Media.A mixture of up tempo Latin styles of music. Drum rims sit on the drum and are tightened onto the drum with tension rods. Drum dampeners can help distinguish this. . however every snare will buzz with the right frequencies. . The shuffle feel can be played on the hi hats.A style of drumming played with a triplet feel.An accented stroke produced by hitting the drum head and rim at the same time. Most slave pedals will react differently then the main pedal. . and is played in all styles of music. .The basic building blocks of drumming. The sound waves vibrate your snare wires causing a buzz sound that can pollute the song. one for the batter head. Playing the rim of a drum gives you a unique sound that can be used in all sorts of music. . a sixteenth note has a stem and two flags. This is not the same as cross sticking. and endurance. the paradiddle. There are many different types of snare drums that have different tones. and is always played up tempo. The tango utilizes the snare drum as it incorporates many common rudiments like the flam. so make sure you know the correct way to hold your drumsticks. American grip. The cowbell and ride cymbal bell are used to drive the beat of a Songo.the set of horizontal lines and spaces in which notes are placed on sheet music. . however you can add them to any drum set. Traditional grip.Short for Soul Calypso.The style one holds the drum stick. accents. however you can experiment with different kinds to create different sounds. and sounds. Germanium grip. Stack cymbals usually consist of a China kang on top of a splash cymbal. Another popular style that has a very fun sound to it. . These are usually played with the hand. there are snare wires that are stretched across.2 cymbals placed on top of each other to create a short rhythmic sound. the Soca is a powerful style of Latin music that is designed to get people dancing. There are many different types of stick grips. . French grip. and Matched grip. adding syncopation changes the feel by adding accents to places where you would not expect. Regular beats with the same accents can get boring. This crack creates the pulse of most beats and patterns.A small amplifier that sits in front of a bass drum.Snare Drum . and are used mainly for accents and shots. This drum shaped microphone plugs into the sound board and amplifies the low ends of a bass drum. which changes the sound. These look like small drums that are placed in front of a bass drum. The snare wires are connected to a clutch that can tighten or loosen the tension on the drum. There are certain ways to grip the stick. Comping is done in all styles of music. .Playing shots. drag.A more elegant and classy style of Latin music. . .A set of metal coils stretching across the resonant head of a snare drum. The Soca is 16th note based. and hits on the snare drum to compliment the other musicians in a band. .A unique style of Latin music that is played with a linear feel. These usually range from 6 – 14 inches. however on the bottom of the resonant head. .Adding emphasis on certain notes to liven a beat or rhythm up. . The snare drum is a drum similar to other drums.An instrument consisting of small metal jingles that make a short high pitched sound. and 9 stroke roll. 5 stroke roll. or bar. A staff is also known as a measure. Stack cymbals were recently made popular by progressive rock aritists like Mike Portnoy.One of the most important drums in a drum kit. Inc . These wires give the sound of the drum a crack to it. . Snare Comping Snare Wires Soca Songo Splash Cymbal Stack Cymbals Staff Stick Grip Sub Kick Syncopation Tambourine Tango 10 Copyright © 2007-2008 Railroad Media. higher pitched sound. The tango is an easier style to start out with. . and is meant to accent the melodic instruments when they are soloing or playing certain pieces.A smaller cymbal that produces a short. . Splash cymbals are great additions to any drum set. The snare wires are what give the snare drum its loud crack. and take 32 notes to fill the time of a whole note. 5/4. with many different areas to adjust. and look like a curved sideways bracket between two notes.Shallow single headed drums that are tuned very high. however the yare most popular in Latin music. These re very important for drummers to use correctly. but with a different feel. while your weaker hand holds the stick upside down. the tension on the skin changes. or below the notes.A stool in which a drummer sits on. as it can affect the sound and life of a cymbal. Triplets are played in the same time signature and tempo as regular notes. and are used mainly for melodic drumming and Latin drumming. and are pads that are hit to create different voices from the drum module. Inc 11 .A curved line used to join two notes together. as the height and settings of the drum throne can make a big difference to their playing. and at which note value they are played in. Ties are used with brushes.a note played for the duration of 1/32nd of a whole note. Most popular for jazz drummers. and the stick fitting in between the middle and ring finger. . Thirty-Second Notes Throne Tie Timbales Time Signature Traditional Grip Triplets Tom Tom V-drums Wing Nut Wood Blocks Copyright © 2007-2008 Railroad Media. Triplets are identified with a small number “3” above the group of notes on sheet music. . by tightening and loosening them. Some examples are 4/4. Wing nuts are very important. These drums are skinned on both ends. Wing nut tension is also important. because you get a totally different feel on the drumstick. . . and drum rolls. V-drums are the most popular type of electric drum set on the market.Tension Rod . and are placed around the bass drum. V-drums stand for Virtual drums. Tension rods are what hold the drum head and rim onto the drum.A nut that screws on to the top of a cymbal stand to secure the cymbal on the stand. These also control the tuning of the drum.Electric drums created by Roland. For example. .Wood cubes that are hollowed out to create a certain tone. Tom Toms can range in all different sizes. and can be tuned in any style. a 7/8 time signature would mean there are 7.Grouping notes together in which the value of the original note is divided by three. The sounds of wood blocks change depending on the size and thickness of the blocks. One of the most common drums on a drum set. . There are many types of thrones. . as they prevent the cymbal from flying off the stand. . The heads on a Timbale are usually tuned very tight. 7/8 and so on. These are usually tied together with a drum roll. . Wood blocks are percussion instruments that can be played in all styles of music.A drum that produces a certain tone. .A style of holding your sticks in which your dominant hand uses American grip. and get screwed into the lugs of a drum. A tie can sit on top.Screws that fit through the rim of a drum. eighth notes per measure. These are usually played at very fast tempos. .A fraction that determines how many beats are in each bar. These are smaller then tom toms. A time signature says a lot about the beat. The stick is held you’re your palm facing up. and look like an extension to the bass drum. They are usually the same diameter of the bass drum. This fill is very effective and unique as it moves across the toms and snare of the drum set in a smooth fashion that looks very hard to do.Woofer . Inc . Woofers are not plugged into anything. Similar to a sub kick.A popular fill named “x-fill” by Jared Falk.An acoustic drum that sits in front of a bass drum to amplify the low ends of the bass drum. . X-Fill 12 Copyright © 2007-2008 Railroad Media. the woofer is not played.