Although it may look unusual to most, with a little practice it becomes less tiring to strike the drum in this manner. In it, jared falk discusses and teaches very important concepts regarding hand technique, like proper hand angle, how to build a fulcrum, and how to wrap the fingers around the drumsticks. The overhand grip is basically the standard matched grip, palms down with. When the drumset was invented and drummers sat down to play, they kept the same lefthand grip even though the snare drum didnt have to be slanted any more.
Buster bailey, the principal snare drummer of the new york philharmonic from 194991. Traditional grip or matched grip, which one is better. That is why some drummers now play the hi hat with the left hand maatched grip, so they can avoid crossing the sticks and get more power on the snare. When the left hand holds the stick using an underhand grip while the right hand holds the stick with an overhand, it is called traditional, conventional, asymmetric, or mixed. Each of these method books can be found online through various vendors such as j. Matched snare drum grip the version of matched grip that i use was practised by my teacher, elden c. Covers finger control technique, the motions, the tap stroke, the full stroke, the half stroke, the down stroke, and the up stroke. Comprehensive training on traditional grip, matched grip, and all the key variations german, american, and french grips. Primarily focusing on snare drum, this text also contains a generous amount of material for bass drums, cymbals, triangle, and. The two books that he received that were much different than the ones from his younger days were realistic rock drum method by carmine appice and stick control for the snare drummer by george lawrence stone.
So the ergonomic choice was to place one stick horizontally across the palm between the thumb and pointer finger, then pronate the wrist and forearm over the rim to strike the head of the drum. Beginning percussion method books kylelutespercussion. In the following exercises, matched grip players will hold the brush in their left hand with the palm facing down toward the drum. With matched grip, the snare drum is usually flat or slanted down toward the player. Three irresistible drum expertsa clever, classical dog, one cool cat, and a friendly alligatorkeep students attention focused by pointing out whats important on each page and help make learning music fun. Aug 18, 2015 traditional grip or matched grip, which one is better. Going beyond hand technique, the book includes dozens of challenging and fun rudimental phrases that are used to apply the grips, but that also. Unlike matched grip, each hand holds the stick differently. Based around steves current use and analysis of matchedgrip drumset technique, this book presents a wealth of information based around hand technique that also covers rudiments, musical phrasing, and much more. Learn how to hold drumsticks using the matched grip. The traditional fulcrum nondominant hand only is located in the fleshy webbing between your thumb and pointer finger instead of between two or three of the fingers in matched. Each grip is thoroughly explored in its basic motions on the snare drum, and then translated to drumset applications and phrases. Before you do so, we encourage you to watch this free drum lesson to learn how to hold the drumsticks properly. The underhand grip made sense in this situation because matched grip would be too awkward, since the left hand and arm would have been held very high on the left side.
Traditional grip, occasionally referred to as orthodox grip an. Moeller whose book discusses the moeller method or moeller technique suggests that one should learn the traditional grip ancient. Read, highlight, and take notes, across web, tablet, and phone. Sep, 2011 in this video i give a brief presentation of three hand positions, matched, french and traditional, followed by an overview of matched grip as well as some universal tips for all hand techniques. Complete with intimate descriptions, the studies included focus the ad. Steve smith pathways of motion drum techniques softcover. With matched grip, both of your hands hold the sticks the same way. Almost all commonly used matched grips are overhand grips. Matched grip is a method of holding drum sticks and mallets to play percussion instruments.
Could you kindly explain the basic difference between the overhand timpani stick grip and the french grip. Campbellchampionship technique for marching percussion. For these grips, your thumb should rest opposite of your index finger on the stick, with approximately two inches of the buttend extending from the back. Many of the referenced threads pros and cons of a trad grip for a right handed player still hold true for a left handed player, namely a trad grip for a leftie would still look subjectively cool, and would still make it easier to play softly, as much as that is ever true. This book, video, and audio kit provides a practical approach to playing the drumset. If the drum is too low, it will limit the use of your hands. Based around steves current use and analysis of matchedgrip drumset technique, this book presents a wealth. Instead, his greatest gift to us aside from a collection of superb method books. After setting up your drum set, youll obviously feel the urge to play on it immediately. Put simply, match grip is where the left and the right hand hold the sticks the same way, with the stick held. The book is geared towards younger drummers, but is appropriate for older kids who are beginning too. So the ergonomic choice was to place one stick horizontally across the palm between the thumb and pointer finger, then pronate the wrist.
Marching percussion method books method books steve. When using the matched grip, the drum should be flat or slanted slightly downward. In the matched grip each hand holds its stick in the same way. The book is moderately paced, introducing concepts one at a time for an easy learning process. Sep 30, 2017 traditional is more difficult to master. Matched grip players see grips and strokes on page 8 usually keep the snare drum. Students start their first lesson by actually playing a beat. Marching percussion method books method books steve weiss. When both sticks are held with the same kind of overhand grip, it is called a matched grip. The most comprehensive method available that covers technique, rudiments, coordination. Students will learn how the hihat, ride cymbal, snare, and bass. Oct 18, 20 mel bay presents kids rock drum method book cd set has exercises and beats for kids to practice. The delecluse method for snare drum is a very in depth study of the art of snare drum playing. This grip is more powerful, than the matched grip that we see nearly everywhere today using a thumb fulcrum.
Traditional vs matched grip how to hold drum sticks. With matched grip, youll hold the drum sticks the same way with both hands. The snare drum should be positioned in a way that does not interfere with the proper alignment of the forearms and hands. Based around steves current use and analysis of matchedgrip drumset technique, this book presents a wealth of information based around hand technique that. The easiest drum method ever by dave black and steve houghton. Mar 30, 2014 when both sticks are held with the same kind of overhand grip, it is called a matched grip. If you have any questions about these method books, i would be happy to chat about them with you.
The snare drum should stay a few inches above knee level. Other grips, like the traditional grip, are out of scope here. In the matched grip each hand holds its stick in the same way, whereas in the traditional grip, each hand holds the stick differently. This discussion is centered around the matched grip method of holding drumsticks.
The marching drum used by the military drummers was tilted to one side, making matched grip uncomfortable to use. Traditional grip also known as orthodox grip or conventional grip and, to a lesser extent, the jazz grip is a technique used to hold drum sticks while playing percussion instruments. Jun 26, 20 the marching drum used by the military drummers was tilted to one side, making matched grip uncomfortable to use. How to hold your drumsticks using matched grip after setting up your drum set, youll obviously feel the urge to play on it immediately. Do any drum corps have their snares use match grip. Is traditional grip a useful technique that drum students should learn. We went through the buddy rich book first with traditional grip and then with matched. Furthermore, it must be remembered that when the drum set came about the traditional grip was it and the drum set is set up for it. Three irresistible drum expertsa clever, classical dog, one cool cat, and a friendly alligatorkeep students attention focused by pointing out whats important on. When using this technique, the drummer uses each hand to hold the stick in the same manner, unlike the traditional grip where each hand grips the drum stick in a different manner. He learned how to play holding the sticks as matched grip, rather than traditional grip. Mastering traditional grip in 5 steps brad allen drum lessons. In this video i give a brief presentation of three hand positions, matched, french and traditional, followed by an overview of matched grip as well as some universal tips for all hand techniques. In the 18th century, drummers uniforms were reverse color from the rest of their military unit, but after the war of 1812, and coincidentally during samuel potters service, their uniforms were switched to the standard.
It will still be tricky to maintain balance, and will create similar. Traditional grip is a technique used to hold drum sticks while playing percussion instruments. Striking a drum in this manner makes it easier to play loud accented down strokes. Now that youve got a pair of drum sticks, lets talk a little bit about how to play drums with the proper technique. There are essentially two ways to hold drum sticks. Matched grip between every section in the drumline creates uniformity and simplicity. Matched grip also known as parallel grip is a method of holding drum sticks and mallets to play percussion instruments.
Also called the parallel grip, the matched grip is the second method or technique for holding the drum sticks. Stewart hoffman explains how to hold the drum sticks when playing matched snare. You can practice on pillows at home, on a book, a drum pad, or on your lap. The snare drum whether played with matched or traditional grip, the snare drum should be positioned and angled so that the proper alignment of the forearms and hands is not affected. First lessons snare drum is a proven approach for beginners featuring easilyunderstood lessons. A musical approach to snare drumming, is an invaluable resource for. How to grip the sticks with both the matched and traditional grips. When you look at a rudiment, youll see the letters r and l. Traditional beginners often find traditional grip more challenging to pick up than matched. Snare drum grip matched grip stewart hoffman music.
A musical approach to snare drumming, is an invaluable resource for every serious snare drummer. Entire methods are based on interpreting the exercises in this book. Pepper, steve weiss music, lone star percussion, or by contacting the author directly. Of the two drumming techniques matched grip vs traditional. How to hold your drumsticks using matched grip drum lessons.
The performing percussionist, book 1 palen music method. Gary chaffee, former chairmen of the percussion department at berklee college of music describes matched grip in his in his book rhythm and meter patterns the stick is held between the pad of the thumb and the first joint of the first finger. In this video i give a brief presentation of three hand positions, matched, french and traditional, followed by an overview of matched grip as. Seven powerful exercises that combine all strokes and motions. The right hand will use the german grip for all sweeping movements but will use the french grip thumb facing up for all tapping rhythms.
Progressive steps to syncopation for the modern drummer by ted reed is a timeless classic used by just about every drum teacher on the planet. Designed for independent study, private teaching or classroom use, this book provides all the information and instruction needed for those just starting out on the snare drum. I think you will enjoy this as a starting point for learning how to read rhythm. Championship technique for marching percussion is a method book by james campbell designed to provide the essential skills for developing a championship drum line. The british system was further refined for the 19th century by samuel potter in 1817 with his book the art of beating the drum. The only reason traditional grip exists is because when you hang a drum around your body, it is slanted. Based around steves current use and analysis of matchedgrip drumset technique, this book presents a wealth of information based around. Commonly, the right hand uses an overhand grip and the left hand uses an underhand grip. The problem with traditional is that it takes years to develop not master the technique into a usable grip. Joe demonstrates roll techniques, matched grip and traditional stick positions, sounds on the drumhead, cross sticking, tuning, and much more, all using natural body movement. Snare drum method books snare drum steve weiss music.
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