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Course #1 : Starting from Scratch

Starting from Scratch is the perfect launchpad for anyone who’s ever dreamed of playing the drums but didn’t know where to begin. This course strips away the intimidation and makes drumming accessible, fun, and rewarding — no prior experience required! Whether you’re picking up sticks for the first time or looking to solidify your foundational skills, this step-by-step program walks you through everything you need to know.

You’ll start by learning proper grip, posture, and basic coordination exercises to build confidence and control. From there, you’ll explore essential drum rudiments, simple grooves, and basic fills — the core building blocks of all drumming styles. The course also covers how to read basic drum notation and introduces you to playing along with music, so you can jam to your favorite songs in no time.

Designed for beginners of all ages, Starting from Scratch uses easy-to-follow video lessons, clear demonstrations, and practical exercises to ensure steady progress. You’ll gain the skills and understanding to move comfortably around the kit and set yourself up for a lifetime of drumming fun.

Ready to hit the drums? Start from scratch — and start strong!


Course Content

Before You Start Playing
Intro Lesson: Stick Grip : How To Hold The Sticks
Reading Drumset Music
Intro To Reading Music & Drum Notation
Music Notation: Reading 8th Notes
Learning Your First Drum Beats & Drum Fills
Music Notation: Reading 16th Notes
First Drum Beat : Reading Drumset Notation High Hat & Snare Drum
First Drum Beat: Adding Bass Drum
Adding Our First Drum Fill
Drum Beat # 2 : 8th Note Bass Drums
First Combination Beat : Combining Patterns 1 & 2

Course Lessons

Before You Start Playing

Lesson 1: Intro Lesson: Stick Grip : How To Hold The Sticks Not Started Yet

In this lesson, you’ll learn the foundation of great drumming: proper stick grip.

Lesson 2: Intro To Reading Music & Drum Notation Not Started Yet

Learn the basics of reading music and drum notation to unlock your ability to understand and perform written drum parts.

Reading Drumset Music

Lesson 3: Music Notation: Reading 8th Notes Not Started Yet

Master reading and counting 8th notes to enhance your rhythmic accuracy and musical fluency.

Lesson 4: Music Notation: Reading 16th Notes Not Started Yet

Develop the skills to read and play 16th notes with precision and confidence.

Lesson 5: First Drum Beat : Reading Drumset Notation High Hat & Snare Drum Not Started Yet

Learn to read drumset notation and play your first drum beat using the hi-hat and snare drum.

Learning Your First Drum Beats & Drum Fills

Lesson 6: First Drum Beat: Adding Bass Drum Not Started Yet

Take your first drum beat to the next level by adding the bass drum to your hi-hat and snare patterns.

Lesson 7: Adding Our First Drum Fill Not Started Yet

In this lesson we'll add our first drum fill utilizing the snare and 3 toms.

Lesson 8: Drum Beat # 2 : 8th Note Bass Drums Not Started Yet

Build on your first beat by learning to play 8th note bass drum patterns with hi-hat and snare.

Lesson 9: First Combination Beat : Combining Patterns 1 & 2 Not Started Yet

Combine your first two drum patterns to create more dynamic and versatile beats.