Over the years, I’ve tried to learn different styles of drumming. One in particular that speaks to me, is the drumming from Brazil. The Bossa nova and samba are two rhythms that are pretty much required for any serious drum student. Dig a bit deeper and discover the baião, maracatu, frevo, choro and many others. Explore the different sounds and feels.
It has been my experience that any time I’m attempting to play a certain style of music, it’s best to listen to the masters of that style. Seeing written music may help understand the rhythmic foundation, but take the time to seek out recordings and really try to absorb it all. The feel cannot be notated. This applies to rock drumming, jazz drumming, reggae and, well… every style. Play along and have some fun!
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