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Introduction to Caribbean Drumming

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Introduction to Caribbean Drumming is a comprehensive course designed for drummers eager to explore the rich rhythms of the Caribbean. Led by Jason Gianni, this course delves into various Caribbean genres, offering insights into their unique characteristics and how they can be adapted to the drum set.

Throughout the course, students will study traditional rhythms such as Merengue, Soca, Calypso, and Reggae, learning how to perform them on the drum set. The curriculum emphasizes practical application, guiding learners through fills, transitions, and improvisational techniques that are essential to Caribbean drumming.

By engaging with detailed lessons and hands-on exercises, participants will develop a solid foundation in Caribbean rhythms, enhancing their versatility and rhythmic proficiency.

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What Will You Learn?

  • Perform traditional Caribbean rhythms, including Merengue, Soca, Calypso, and Reggae
  • Adapt Caribbean rhythms to the drum set
  • Develop techniques for fills, transitions, and improvisation within the Caribbean style
  • Understand the historical context and evolution of Caribbean drumming

Course Content

Merengue
Jason gives us the history of merengue, its primary percussion instruments and how all of them translate into the drum set

  • History of Merengue
    06:28
  • Congas on Merengue
    05:24
  • Merengue Drum Set Pattern #1
    07:29
  • Merengue Drum Set Pattern #2
    07:04

Soca & Calypso I
Jason shows us how to play Soca, a popular rhythm originated in Trinidad and Tobago

Soca & Calypso II
Jason shows variations for the Soca rhythm on the drum set, as well as introducing another rhythm, Calipso

Reggae I
Jason shows us the One Drop, a pattern that is extremely important for Reggae, as well as another variant that features more swing.

Reggae II
Jason shows us the Steppers, a pattern used in Ska, and the rockers which is a straight, more groovy pattern for Reggae.

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