Accent Studies # 1

It is extremely important for every drummer to be able to place accents wherever they are required.These exercises should be practiced with a metronome at a slow speed in the beginning. (Gradually increase speed as technique improves).
  • Sticking should be "HAND to HAND". eg: RLRLRLRL
  • Hands should be closed on the sticks to allow wrist rotation.
  • ACCENTED NOTES (should be a full 90 degree stroke).
  • UNACCENTED NOTES (sticks should only lift 2 to 3 inches).
  • Unaccented notes should be very quiet.

You will notice that each exercise moves the accented notes closer together.




For more accent studies,click ACCENTS and check out "Exercise "A".
Or try COMBOS and check out "Funky Butt".
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submitted by Gail H Runge
Last updated June 3, 1998