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We focus on Matched Grip , holding the sticks like a natural extension of your arms. Find the "fulcrum" (balance point) between your thumb and index finger.

The heart of the kit; provides the sharp "crack." Drum Lesson I

Using the wrists like a hinge rather than moving the entire arm. 4. Rhythmic Notation (The Basics) Music is a language of time. In Lesson I, we introduce: Quarter Notes: Counting "1 - 2 - 3 - 4." Eighth Notes: Counting "1 - & - 2 - & - 3 - & - 4 - &." 5. Your First Groove: The "Money Beat" We focus on Matched Grip , holding the

Drumming isn't about hitting hard; it’s about managing energy. Your First Groove: The "Money Beat" Drumming isn't

Here is a structured overview of what a first lesson typically covers: 1. Anatomy of the Drum Kit

The first lesson is the hardest because you’re teaching your brain to coordinate four limbs independently, but once that first groove "clicks," there’s no better feeling.

Before playing, you have to know your instrument. We break down the "Standard 5-Piece Kit":