Course #14 : Bass Drum Substitution
In this course, you’ll learn how to substitute bass drum notes for hand strokes in your drum fills to create fresh, dynamic textures and expand your coordination. We’ll explore techniques for smoothly integrating bass drum substitutions without disrupting the flow of your fills. By mastering this skill, you’ll add a new layer of creativity and power to your drumming vocabulary.
Course Content
Course Lessons
General Lessons
Lesson 1: Substituting Bass Drum on the 1,2 ,3 and 4 Not Started Yet
Learn to substitute bass drum notes on beats 1, 2, 3, and 4 to add depth and rhythmic interest to your drum fills and grooves.
Lesson 2: Substituting Bass Drum on the “E” Counts Not Started Yet
Learn to substitute bass drum notes on the second note of the 16th note phrase—the “e” counts—to add subtle syncopation and complexity to your fills and grooves.
Lesson 3: Bass Drum Substitution On the “&” s Not Started Yet
Learn to substitute bass drum notes on the “&” beats to create syncopated rhythms and add dynamic variation to your grooves and fills.
Lesson 4: Bass Drum Substitution on the “A” counts Not Started Yet
Learn to substitute bass drum notes on the last 16th note—the “a” beat—to add punchy accents and rhythmic interest to your fills and grooves.
