EDS Lesson Four Using subdivisions for fills
EDS Lesson Four Using subdivisions for fills
In our first three lessons, we have learned about quarter notes, eighth notes and sixteenth notes. These are often referred to as subdivisions, as they divide the beat into different divisions.
So far, we have used this knowledge to develop our ability to play both grooves and fills. This lesson develops a more sophisticated understanding of rhythm and helps you create more interesting fills around the kit.
Firstly, let us have a look at a series of exercises that mix quarter notes, eighth notes and sixteenth notes and see how we get on.
Each of the exercises are accompanied by multimedia files. So remember that you can slow the exercise down if it is too quick and build the speed up when you get more comfortable. Once you have listened to the play-along files a couple of times, practise playing along using your snare drum, or practice pad.
