How to Play Drums for Beginners

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    1. Introduction to Playing Drums
    A lesson with Matt Dean
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    In this introductory drum lesson, beginner drummers pick up drumsticks and discover the basics. Start with the absolute beginning stages of drumming today!

    Introduction to Playing Drums
    with Matt Dean

    In this introductory drum lesson, beginner drummers pick up drumsticks and discover the basics. Start with the absolute beginning stages of drumming today!

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    2. How to Play a Basic Drum Beat
    A lesson with Matt Dean
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    The layout of the drum kit, understanding drum sounds, and comfort with basic playing techniques are all important in this lesson, where a beat is introduced!

    How to Play a Basic Drum Beat
    with Matt Dean

    The layout of the drum kit, understanding drum sounds, and comfort with basic playing techniques are all important in this lesson, where a beat is introduced!

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    3. Playing Drums with a Metronome
    A lesson with Matt Dean
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    Now that you can play a basic drum beat, it is time to improve your timing! This crucial skill for any drummer is easier to develop than you may think.

    Playing Drums with a Metronome
    with Matt Dean

    Now that you can play a basic drum beat, it is time to improve your timing! This crucial skill for any drummer is easier to develop than you may think.

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    4. How to Play a Drum Fill
    A lesson with Matt Dean
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    How do you spice up a basic beat? Add fills to the transitions! In this music lesson for beginner drummers, learn how to move fluidly between a beat and fill.

    How to Play a Drum Fill
    with Matt Dean

    How do you spice up a basic beat? Add fills to the transitions! In this music lesson for beginner drummers, learn how to move fluidly between a beat and fill.

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    5. Playing Drum Beat & Fill Variations
    A lesson with Matt Dean
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    You might be able to play the same fill once or twice, but it is best to mix it up your sound. Learn three beat and fill variations in this drumming lesson!

    Playing Drum Beat & Fill Variations
    with Matt Dean

    You might be able to play the same fill once or twice, but it is best to mix it up your sound. Learn three beat and fill variations in this drumming lesson!

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