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EDS Lesson Nine  Introducing the crash cymbal

Adding the bass drum and snare drum

Now that we have the hi-hat and crash cymbal part worked out with the groove, we should introduce the bass drum and snare drum to complete the pattern.

Note that the crash cymbal is always played with the bass drum underneath it, adding depth to the sound of the cymbal accent. Remember as always to count out loud.

Exercise 2

Exercise 2
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