About this course
Perfect for absolute beginner rhythm section grooves players.
Illustrates the role of bass and drums within a rhythm section, while introducing a broad range of techniques, ideas and styles. Features over 120 grooves in the styles of Rock Blues, Shuffle, Heavy Metal, Reggae, Rap, Go-Go, Funk/Fusion, Jazz and Latin. This dynamic course features step-by-step guidance with real music examples, and comes complete with audio and video resources to make learning easy and enjoyable. with recognizable tunes and upbeat practice tracks.
Covers more than 70 bass and drum patterns, organized by musical style.
This course in a printable PDF format
Introduces diverse music styles such as rock, blues, heavy metal, reggae, rap, go-go, funk/fusion, jazz, and Latin, featuring iconic artists.
Tablature notation is introduced, featuring four lines representing strings and numerical indicators for fret positions.
Notation rules for drums cover standard tie application and specific sticking patterns for ride cymbal, hi-hat, and other instruments.
Funk and fusion guitar techniques covered, emphasizing improvisation and rhythmic exploration.
Quarter notes and syncopation are applied to create walking bass lines in jazz.
Latin rhythms and techniques are introduced, covering fundamental principles and styles.
