Welcome to V-Drums Lessons, an exciting and unique series of drum and percussion lessons designed for the beginner to more advanced player. Hosted by top Roland clinicians and artists, V-Drums Lessons are taught using Roland electronic drums and percussion instruments.
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Lesson 57: Gregg Bissonette - “Gregg Zep-Lin”10-24-2012
This timeless lesson features three classic grooves made famous by Led Zeppelin’s legendary drummer, John Bonham.
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Lesson 56: Gregg Bissonette - Afro-Cuban01-31-2012
Gregg’s informative study of Afro-Cuban rhythms and the importance of the clave.
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Lesson 55: Steve Fisher - Independence (Part 1)12-06-2011
Steve shows a creative and challenging way to develop drum set independence.
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Lesson 54: Gregg Bissonette - Double Bass Fills09-30-2011
Try out these high-energy double bass fills at your next polka gig!
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Lesson 53: Gregg Bissonette - Double Bass07-08-2011
Gregg salutes and demonstrates the styles of the double bass masters in this informative lesson.
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Lesson 52: Gregg Bissonette - Motown02-23-2011
Join Gregg on a trip to the Motor City and explore the style and groove of Motown.
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Lesson 51: Gregg Bissonette - Funk12-28-2010
Learn funky syncopation with these Gadd-influenced grooves.
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Lesson 50: Gregg Bissonette - “Texas” Blues Shuffle12-23-2010
Master the Texas Shuffle with this “double-trouble” mix of groove and style.
To commemorate the 50th episode of V-Drums® Lessons, we are excited to bring you an exclusive series of lessons with world-renowned drum set artist Gregg Bissonette. A true master of drumming styles, Gregg augments each episode with the stories behind each style, making each lesson informative and extremely entertaining.
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Lesson 49: Mike Snyder - Quick Tip: Open 5-Stroke Roll12-17-2010
Apply this versatile rudiment to the entire drum set to create exciting fills.
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Lesson 48: Johnny Rabb - Single Paradiddle: Auto Up/Down12-13-2010
Develop speed and endurance with this paradiddle chop-builder and the RMP-5.
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Lesson 47: Mike Snyder - Quick Tip: Hi-Hat Push/Pull12-10-2010
Use this performance technique to color and propel a groove.
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Lesson 46: Mike Snyder - Quick Tip: Hi-Hat Accents12-08-2010
Using quarter-note accents on the hi-hat to enliven a groove.
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Lesson 45: Johnny Rabb - Paradiddles12-03-2010
Johnny teaches a hand-/foot-based paradiddle lesson using the RMP-5 “mini-kit.”
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Lesson 44: Mike Snyder - Quick Tip: Try Different Sounds11-26-2010
Change a groove dramatically by experimenting with different sounds.
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Lesson 43: Brad Dutz - Cajon Basics08-13-2010
Brad teaches the basic tones and techniques of the cajon as played on the HandSonic 10.
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Lesson 42: Steve Fisher - Triplet & Double Stroke Variations08-05-2010
Steve demonstrates and explains triplet and double stroke fills using alternate stickings.
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Lesson 41: Steve Fisher - Choosing Fills Wisely06-17-2010
Steve explains and demonstrates the concept of playing appropriate drum fills to fit a musical style.
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Lesson 40: Johnny Rabb - 16th-Note Accents06-01-2010
Learn to accent single-stroke 16th-notes with Johnny Rabb and the RMP-5 Rhythm Coach.
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Lesson 39: Steve Fisher - Triplet Fills05-07-2010
In this episode, Steve teaches playing triplet fills around the drum set and within a groove.
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Lesson 38: Brad Dutz - Finger Patterns (Part 2)04-29-2010
Part two of Brad’s introduction to basic finger exercises for hand percussion.
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Lesson 37: Steve Fisher - Basic 16th-Note Fills04-15-2010
New to playing fills on the drums? Join Steve in this informative lesson on basic 16th-note fills.
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Lesson 36: Brad Dutz - Finger Patterns (Part 1)04-08-2010
Using the HandSonic 15, Brad introduces basic finger exercises to help develop hand percussion technique.
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Lesson 35: Johnny Rabb - Rhythmic Notes/Singles03-30-2010
Johnny teaches how to cycle through different rhythmic subdivisions using the RMP-5 Rhythm Coach.
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Lesson 34: Mike Snyder - Quick Tip: Swing with Left-Hand Chatter03-11-2010
Learn to propel a jazz groove using left-hand independence.
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Lesson 33: Mike Snyder - Swing Dependence 203-01-2010
Part two of Mike’s jazz independence study.
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Lesson 32: Mike Snyder - Swing Dependence 102-19-2010
Learn the concept of playing independent rhythms against a steady jazz groove.
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Lesson 31: Brad Dutz - Pot (Udu) Drum Basics02-04-2010
Brad Dutz teaches the basic tones and techniques of the West African Pot Drum using the HandSonic 10.
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Lesson 30: Brad Dutz - Talking Drum Basics01-29-2010
Learn Talking Drum tones and techniques with Brad Dutz and the Handsonic 10.
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Lesson 29: Johnny Rabb - Sevens (Septuplets)11-10-2009
Learn groups of seven using different stickings with Johnny Rabb and the RMP-5.
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Lesson 28: Johnny Rabb - Fives (Quintuplets)11-03-2009
Master groups of five (quintuplets) with Johnny Rabb and the RMP-5.
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Lesson 27: Brad Dutz - Tabla Basics10-15-2009
Learn tabla tones, techniques, and patterns with Brad Dutz and the HandSonic 10.
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Lesson 26: Brad Dutz - Djembe Basics09-17-2009
Explore common djembe tones, techniques, and patterns with Brad Dutz and the HandSonic 10.
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Lesson 25: Brad Dutz - Conga Basics09-10-2009
Brad introduces basic Conga techniques and patterns using the HandSonic 10.
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Lesson 24: Mike Snyder - Quick Tip: Ghost Notes08-11-2009
Mike takes the mystery out of ghost notes, and teaches how to use them within a simple groove.
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Lesson 23: Mike Snyder - Quick Tip: Flowadiddle08-07-2009
Master the Flowadiddle, and learn how to apply this rudiment to the entire drum set.
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Lesson 22: Johnny Rabb - Triplets07-24-2009
Master triplet fills between the hands and feet with this fun and easy-to-follow lesson.
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Lesson 21: Johnny Rabb - Double Stroke07-17-2009
Using an RMP-5 “mini kit,” Johnny teaches a great warm-up exercise using double-stroke patterns.
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Lesson 20: Mike Snyder - Quick Tip: Metronome 16th-Note Study07-07-2009
Mike demonstrates a practical exercise with a focus on effectively using the metronome.
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Lesson 19: Mike Snyder - Latin 101: The Samba06-23-2009
Master this popular Latin groove with Mike’s easy-to-follow lesson.
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Lesson 18: Johnny Rabb - Double Paradiddles06-03-2009
Learn how to apply this basic rudiment to the entire drum set to create some creative and musical grooves.
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Lesson 17: Mike Snyder - Jazz/Swing with Metronome05-14-2009
Master basic Jazz/Swing grooves while using a metronome to maximize your practice sessions.
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Lesson 16: Mike Snyder - Quick Tip: Hi-Hat Foot Splash05-07-2009
Mike demonstrates how to play a hi-hat foot (or heel) splash with this quick-yet-useful tip.
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Lesson 15: Johnny Rabb - Singles04-01-2009
Using the RMP-5 Rhythm Coach, Johnny teaches how to refine the single-stroke roll with dynamics and accuracy.
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Lesson 14: Johnny Rabb - Quiet Count/Paradiddle02-26-2009
Build up your paradiddle chops with Johhny Rabb and the RMP-5 Rhythm Coach.
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Lesson 13: Johnny Rabb - Latin02-19-2009
Learn Johnny Rabb’s contemporary approach to traditional Latin grooves in this lesson.
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Lesson 12: Mike Snyder - Locking Kick with Bass Guitar02-05-2009
Mike Snyder demonstrates how to change the feel of a tune by what is played on the kick drum.
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Lesson 11: Johnny Rabb - Double Strokes01-28-2009
Learn how to apply this fundamental rudiment to the entire drum set to create some creative and practical grooves.
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Lesson 10: Johnny Rabb - Basic 8th-Note Grooves01-09-2009
Johnny Rabb teaches simple but practical ways to play these fundamental grooves by varying the hit hat, adding fills, and putting it all together.
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Lesson 9: Mike Snyder - Quick Tip: Funky01-09-2009
Learn how to smoothly transition between a “straight” rock feel to a “funky” feel within the same song.
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Lesson 8: Johnny Rabb - Double Bass01-09-2009
Improve your double bass skills by practicing these kickin’ exercises.
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Lesson 7: Mike Snyder - Basic Jazz/Swing Feel01-09-2009
Mike teaches the fundamental techniques for playing effective jazz/swing patterns.
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Lesson 6: Johnny Rabb - Basic 16th-Note Grooves01-09-2009
Johnny Rabb teaches simple but practical ways to play these fundamental grooves by varying the kick drum, hi-hat, accents, fills and more.
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Lesson 5: Mike Snyder - Latin 101: Bossa Nova01-09-2009
Master the classic bossa-nova groove with this Latin lesson.
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Lesson 4: Johnny Rabb - Double Bass (Shuffle)01-09-2009
Take your double bass skills to the next level by learning the double bass shuffle.
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Lesson 3: Mike Snyder - Shuffle Grooves01-09-2009
Master basic shuffle grooves with this easy to follow lesson.
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Lesson 2: Johnny Rabb - Single Paradiddles01-09-2009
Learn how to apply this basic rudiment to the entire drum set to create some creative and musical grooves.
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Lesson 1: Johnny Rabb - Hand & Foot Combos01-09-2009
Add flash and excitement to your fills and solos with these easy to learn exercises.
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