5 steps to build a legato stroke (with duncan patton)

[@rabbigabrielbenor6795]

The idea of letting go of the stick in order to gain more sound and control is what drummers need to master on all kinds of drums.

[@itdrum6554]

Another Fantastic video Rob, thank you once again for bringing this stuff to us. Something so clever and yet so simple. What Duncan demonstrates is beautiful, pure art in motion. He makes it look so easy and yet it is incredibly difficult! Wondrous and wholly inspiring for any artist. well worth putting in the effort to master this technique.

[@63Baggies]

Rob, not being a trained classical percussionist; I'd like to know how this technique can be utilised for the drumset?

[@cjklz]

Another step in demystifying drumtechniek and gravity. I was already approaching techniek this way. Seeing a more experienced player explaining this is a confirmation I really needed. Thanks.

[@juandavidforerocaviedes1968]

What a beautiful sound he has!

[@MattMusicianX]

Thank you, Rob! This is an awesome addition to my other favorite video of yours, 4 steps to a smoother timpani roll video (and the one with Eriko Daimo)

[@robknopperstudio]

glad to hear it's useful!! hopefully the one from this week is also as useful :)

[@richardwilliams473]

French grip technique is the best for smooth sustained rolls. German grip technique is good for loud timpani rolls

[@DanKrumm]

SO GOOD! Thanks for hooking is up with this, Rob! Great information for every level of player. Could we get a follow up on rep and how this approach is applied with mallet selection and articulation changes? I’m thinking Peter Grimes interlude 2, Fidelio finale or Götterdammerung Funeral Music, for example

[@robknopperstudio]

stay tuned! we may have something else coming out next week :)

[@jazzbandpiano]

Remarkable how different the sound is, and Duncan is playing on the less worn side of the head and getting a better sound! Fascinating

[@Metzok]

What mallets are you using in the video?

[@robknopperstudio]

we're using mallets designed and made by duncan himself.

[@williamgalzote5142]

Awesome

[@AnDream109]

Nice.

[@MalikEmmanuel]

WOW.

[@pecopipiprosperi]

👍

[@treycross5618]

Any plans on making a staccato stroke video?

[@robknopperstudio]

we may or may not be covering a bunch more stroke types in the next video...