Apr 29 2025 to Apr 29 2025 5 p.m.

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Price: Rs 1000 Book/Buy

Where

The Blue Room

near Madhavan Park, 441, 9th Cross Road, Jaya Nagar 1st Block, Jayanagar 560011

Event Description

Tuesday, 29 April 2025, 5–7pm
The Blue Room, Jayanagar, Bangalore
Rs. 1000 per head

Are you ready to elevate your drumming beyond just keeping time or chopping out? This dynamic workshop dives deep into the essential elements that transform a good drummer into a great musical force. We'll explore the art of playing "in the pocket," crafting compelling drum parts, and understanding how to truly serve the music.

In this engaging session, you will learn to:

Understand the Art of the Pocket:

Understand the fundamental concepts of groove and feel

Develop techniques to improve your sound and feel

Explore different approaches to creating a solid and infectious foundation for Pop, R&B, Neo-Soul, Motown, Rock, etc

Learn how to lock in with other musicians and create a powerful collective groove

Compose Creative and Effective Drum Parts:

Move beyond basic beats and fills to craft dynamic and musical drum arrangements

Analyze song structures and identify opportunities for impactful rhythmic contributions

Explore techniques for developing variations, transitions, and signature drum moments

Learn how to use dynamics, ghost notes, and different voicings to enhance the music

Serve the Music with Intention:

Understand the drummer's role in supporting the melody, harmony, and overall feel of a song

Develop listening skills to better interpret musical cues, and anticipate changes

Learn how to make conscious choices that enhance the song rather than overshadow it

Explore the concept of musicality and how to contribute creatively within the context of the ensemble

Analyse samples of the greats playing to hit songs, and how what they played was just right for the song

Who is this workshop for?

This workshop is beneficial for drummers of all levels who are looking to deepen their understanding of groove, composition, and musicality. Whether you're a beginner wanting to build a strong foundation or an experienced player who hasn’t composed drum parts for songs or is seeking to refine your approach, you'll gain valuable insights and practical techniques.

What will you gain?

A stronger understanding of playing grooves that people will want to move to, and that feels just right
Practical tools and techniques for composing more creative drum parts
A deeper understanding of how to listen and respond effectively to the music
Increased confidence in your ability to contribute musically within a band or ensemble
Inspiration and new ideas to take your drumming to the next level
What to bring:

A notebook and pen for taking notes
An open mind and a willingness to learn!