Percussion

Rudiments:

40 PAS International Drum Rudiments Videos

Concert/KeyBoards:

From instrument setup to maintenance to performance techniques, Vic Firth's PERCUSSION 101 will cover the essential skills necessary for today's all-around percussionist.

Gary Burton Vibraphone Masterclass

Legendary jazz vibist Gary Burton gives a detailed video lesson series on the Vibes, from it's history to all of the common playing techniques: 4 mallet grip, stroke, sticking recommendations, pedaling and mallet dampening.

Howarth's 4-Mallet Vedio Lesson Series

Throughout these lessons, Mr. Howarth will explain concepts detailed in his book, Simply Four; 4-Mallet Percussion as Easy as 1-2-3 (4). To follow along and utilize specific exercises and etudes, we recommend that you purchase a copy of the book, available through Tap Space Publications. The book breaks down the Stevens and Burton grips step by step from (1) how to hold each mallet in your hand, (2) how to use the different basic strokes, (3) how to combine the strokes through the use of exercises and etudes and (4) how to develop your technique correctly.>

Rosauro's Extended Cross Grip Video Lesson Series

Ney Rosauro demonstrates the grip that he uses on both Marimba and Vibraphone. Developed during an extensive performing career, Ney's “Extended Cross Grip” combines the advantages of the Burton grip (power, speed and ease of learning) with the Musser/Stevens grip (independence, flexibility and wide interval range). In addition, the Extended Cross Grip applies instantly to all keyboard and multi-percussion instruments, making it the most effective way to play with four mallets.

Tom Gauger Concert Bass Drum LessonsIn this lesson series, Tom breaks down a few of the basic skills necessary for playing the concert bass drum including playing position, beating area, dampening techniques and tuning.

Ted Atkatz Orchestral Snare Drum ClinicCovering snare drum and cymbal techniques, Ted applies some very simple concepts to the orchestral literature – and along the way demonstrates musical approaches to some of the most common orchestral excerpts.