Pro drummer levels up an amateur in 15 minutes!

[@andrewhuang]

Thanks to Russell for dropping all this knowledge! On my Patreon there's a bonus video where we do some work with polyrhythms if you're interested: www.patreon.com/andrewhuang If there's anything musical you want me to explore on the channel, drop a comment!

[@lukecowlishaw]

could we please have a sample from Russel for a 1 sample 4 producers video?

[@yy6u]

wait, is this a reupload?

[@andrewhuang]

@@yy6u a few months ago we did a breakdown of how Russell plays jungle breakbeats

[@yy6u]

@@andrewhuang OH, there we go, thanks! but you can tell/see how this could feel like a reupload :D

[@prestokrevlar]

"Soooo, these are called drumsticks. They're made out of... wood..." I love him. Mr. Huang is in good hands.

[@up4open763]

But could be made with something else, and normally aren't. Purpose is likely.

[@fangPS]

I think this even helps me with my producing drums and not even playing.

[@killer3544]

im gonna use this in the way i play arpeggios

[@DavidBennettPiano]

Great video! The visualisations of the beat on the grid was a great touch 😊😙

[@brennengrimes]

Hi Andrew! I am a drum instructor and I think Russell did an amazing job explaining everything well to you! But one thing that he missed talking about is differentiating your stick heights from accented notes to ghost notes. Dynamics in drumming all comes from stick heights from the drum, not by force. Ghost notes need to be played about 3 inches off of the head while accented notes need to be at least 9 inches. After learning that concept, now you need to be familiar with the 4 types of strokes, which helps you get from one dynamic to another: - Down stroke (high to low) - Up stroke (low to high) - Rebound stroke (high to high) - Tap stroke (low to low) So when you were trying to transition from an accented note to a ghost note, you were keeping the stick up and doing rebound strokes instead of down strokes. Practice with just your left stick to start high to get the accented note, and after hitting it, do not rebound back up, you wanna stay low for your ghost notes. And when you are ready to play another accented note, you want to do an up stroke on the last ghost note to get back to the height you needed for the accented note. I hope this makes sense! Let me know if you have any questions about understanding this concept! Thank you

[@verygoodfreelancer]

man i needed u 10 years ago

[@mickeybreezy]

Bro this is key info. I just wrote all of it down.

[@GalaXisJoe]

Wow…

[@jc3drums916]

Excellent info. I think Murray Spivack taught ghost notes as 1/2" to 1" off the drum. Of course, that level of precision doesn't always happen in a musical context when playing a full drum set (Spivack taught snare drum/hand technique only), but it's a nice thing to strive for. Also, I learned high to high as the full stroke. Rebound stroke is what I call fast doubles, triples, etc., where you're using rebound to play the extra stroke(s), rather than separate wrist movements. Also, I think there is a distinction between the down stroke, which uses a whipping motion with the arm (and always preceded by the up stroke), and the control stroke, which is essentially an unaccented wrist stroke that is prevented from rebounding up to its starting height. (And I've heard "control stroke" refer to other things as well, so the terminology can get a little confusing.) Rebound control, whether you're doing down strokes, control strokes, or rebound doubles/triples/etc., primarily comes from the middle finger. Also, I must disagree with Russell about always keeping all fingers on the stick. Again, I have to go back to Murray Spivack. He taught a basic grip using thumb, index, and mdidle fingers only. The other fingers come into play later, but they aren't always necessary. The important thing is not to stick the fingers out, because that creates tension, and eventually leads to health problems. Louie Bellson, David Garibaldi, and the Wackerman family all studied with Spivack, if you want a visual reference to see that grip in action. Chad Wackerman goes into detail on Drum Channel, but the intro to the basic grip is available for free here, as is Bellson's old instructional video with Spivack from the 80s.

the editing here is absolutely ABSURD

[@joelikeslemonade460]

The drumming on this years FOO album better be fire Andrew!

[@RandySaladbar]

That’s exactly what I was thinking too

[@RoCrown]

Not only is Russell a great drummer but he’s an excellent communicator. I found this very clear and engaging.

[@mopishlynx2323]

Getting prepped for first of october

[@TheBiggerNoise]

It’s a small line, but “technique is something that should make you feel comfortable” is gold

[@dustybot3274]

The training arc for First of October has begun

[@SomniumLG]

I'm impressed by how fast Andrew picked up some of these beats!

[@abemyers]

This! The way Andrew breaks down the beats to figure out what he’s missing is so cool to see in real time.

[@robinr22]

Plus he's so open to it. He's basically being schooled by a fairly assertive teacher and really pressed - lots of people with his experience in music would find this very hard to take but he's so up for it. Eagerness to learn and improve, that's the real talent.

[@reset_rt]

SO GOOD! Dayum, the rim shots and ghost notes make a world of difference ❤ Now I just need a drum kit 😂

[@neurokinetik]

...And a warehouse to practice in.

[@TedHolmwood]

Saw Russell performing with Caroline and he was absolutely incredible. Adds so much complexity and layers to her already amazing songwriting.

[@bennywollinmusic]

WOAH! I'm a classically trained pianist - the way he explained heel-toeing as being more like one (forwardish) movement is exactly how I do repeated chords and certain ornaments.

[@starpowerdrummer]

Andrew did great!

[@andrewhuang]

I pause and look at you meaningfully. And then say, “I had a good teacher” 😄

[@bentaylor4705]

You are a great teacher, man! This video was worth watching just to see the way you teach!

[@krusher74]

@@andrewhuang You have good independance, that paradiddle between hand and foot and ride beat is tricky

[@niftyszn9469]

Andrew actually has a lot of potential. Those paradiddle beats and inversions with the hi hat can be really tricky lol

[@ethanrummel7638]

I am so ignorant of drums, it is amazing to have some aspects laid out in such an intelligible way,

[@electricwhiterabbit]

I recently found out via Steven Wilson that Russel is I believe the son of Adam Holzman. Apparently Russell is playing on Steven's new album coming out early next year!

[@fugithegreat]

Oh man, I do see the family resemblance! If he's playing for Steven Wilson, he's gotta be really good.

[@zacharyoff6805]

Was literally doing paradiddles like that kick snare drill an hour ago… then i watch this and apparently I was on the right track lol

[@CheesecakeMilitia]

Seeing Russell in a video longer than 50 seconds is always a treat

[@zwood625]

this was a super good video!

[@SkyeDoe]

maybe the most inspiring video i've seen

[@johnie102]

With Rob improving his shredding and now Andrew nerding out about drum technique makes me even more excited for the next First of October album

[@therealderekdaly]

Love you Andrew! You're the best ✋ ✨

[@andrewhuang]

Thanks for being here!

[@thedofflin]

Great drumming is always about the basics. This is exactly how you should teach drums.

[@jonathanmvkhai]

Russell is not bullshitting. What a drill!

[@BeTheAeroplane]

So much good sampling material in here...

[@sabersight908]

this is so much fun to follow and makes me want to pick up drumming again and get a kit at home xD

[@McEnroe911]

Hell yeah love this guy

[@paperwitch83]

I know literally NOTHING about playing drums and this is so enjoyable to watch.

[@bentaylor4705]

My appreciation for Russell went up a level when I noticed he was wearing sambas.

[@James-gm9cs]

Andrew levelling up ready for 1st of October 😉

[@brycewalburn3926]

I think the only way to level someone up in just 15 minutes is to give them hours of things to practice. Russell did just that. Excellent video!

[@philatkinson3955]

This was a classic educational video.. teacher is so encouraging and student is improving quickly. .super job guys!!😎🥁

[@VojoMojo]

This was such a good video. I love seeing Andrew just practicing on his skills with fellow musicians

[@Xecrosis]

So excited for more Andrew drums on First of October!

[@dreaminginnoother]

Andrew is a fast learner. He's doing very well trying this for the first time. But who's surprised.

[@MrBodoFraggins]

My son is 13 and has been playing for several years and has gotten quite good. He plays in the school jazz band and honor band. He's beaten the crap out of the simple set we gave him and has recently been frustrated with a bit of a playing plateu. This video really excited and sprked him to try some new things on the kit. Thank you so much for sharing this! Russell, you have a new fan.

[@kjetilhallaraker788]

Fantastic teacher! Awesome edit, loved it, learnt alot❤

[@richandglorious]

Andrew is a super fast learner!

[@OBO_Music]

Dude andeew this is amazing!!!!

[@LarsVollaers]

This is good stuff! Great teacher and student!

[@JRwhite1991]

great instruction and top notch editing!

[@CrustPunklilith]

I'm a drummer in a hardcore punk band, but I wanna try break into more complex areas of drumming and implement it into punk music. This was actually really helpful to help me be a little less shitty at drums lol

[@lilwombat]

i appreciate the step sequencer it was very easy to see whats going on

[@maddog6620]

Super awesome 😎

[@clint-webb]

13:25 looks like magic man

[@medicinal_soul]

He's exactly the same in real life. Lol i feel a super group coming on and i wannna jam with yall one day

[@ac3theartist225]

Love that Wesley's Theory reference.

[@Nicenigel14]

I read the title as, 'Pro drummer levels up to amateur in 15 minutes' That would be a very different video

[@uacce]

I'm a drummer and after mastering the rimshot I fell in love. The snare sounded full, strong and gave the possibility to add a lot more dynamics to my playing. But there was a problem, when I wanted to play softer I had to move the snare so I COULDN'T hit the rim. Nowadays I think I have it under control. By the way, you're doing great and also, Andrew too is doing great

[@toba303]

I really enjoyed that, although I thought, that might be a boring vid. But no, both sides were captivating: The teaching and the learning. Well done from both of you!

[@superrobot14]

I have a new-found respect for drummers. To all the drummer-folks out there, good job, and hell yeah!

[@holo673]

cant wait to hear these skills play out in FOO this year

[@octophonic1551]

Incredible video, very informative, thank you, Andrew.

[@voxcapacitor]

Amazing video! Guess my next few months of practice are sorted 😂 . Of course it takes Andrew 15 mins😂

[@king-manu2758]

I didn't expect this guy having a nightwish shirt

[@hundredfireify]

Damn, I was waiting for this colab for a long time

[@jkid1134]

Gold star video

[@fef7724]

one thing my drumming teacher always preached was to avoid moving my arms (and instead use wrist) when hitting a drum. takes up way less energy per hit. makes much sense when you play for an hour in a row or so. try to face the back of your hands upwards when you play like this (most comfortable) and don't rotate your hand so that your hits are accurate

[@fef7724]

and the whole rimshot stuff is one reason why you do it like that. You'll have way more control when you use your arm to determine at which angle you hit

[@saulmorris9639]

Russel: "So can you play that on the snare?" Andrews t-shirt neck hole:

[@perpetualgrimace]

Andrew just learned so much good stuff!

[@ixilom]

This is just a walk in a park for Andrew who I bet can make music with a bag of cottonballs.

[@diesal_one]

well great, now i wanna play drums

[@avivmamraev7237]

Bro wtf he is such a geat teacher. I am a keyboardist and he made me wanna get a kit. We need a piano version of him

[@ricardbeats]

Very nice 🤘

[@aurorakins]

So funny I just started self teaching myself drumset and this video drops.

[@stefevr]

insanely good video and gold tips

[@Peatman]

Damn, the new First of October will have some tasty grooves!

[@easygoingdude9990]

We need to get Russel on Drumeo asap

[@Mezurashii5]

Looked like Andrew was moving his hand forwards/straight down when doing rimshots, it's easier when you imagine doing them in an arc. Safer too, because tensing up doesn't result in you pushing against the rim, it slides the stick off.

[@evanpb]

Huge fan of both of these guys so when I saw them together in a video I went like this: :O

[@faederSSF]

"Nice ratio of rim to head" 💀

[@SoRadAwesomeStCool]

The way I always understood heel-toeing is that it's not you using your heel and than your toe, but it's kicking the heel position of the pedal and then the toe position of the pedal. So when he said "for me it's more like toe-toe," I was a little confused for a second.

[@smul69420]

i appreciates drums a lot more now

[@bradleydonrichter]

Fabulous teaching, yes. But equally good studenting.

[@hldfgjsjbd]

Someone will rip this video apart for bunch of samples for sure

[@pro_octo9]

It’s cool

[@felixmarques]

The Nightwish t-shirt!!! I'm listening to the new album today lol

[@stevendennison1909]

Well said Russel. People sleep on the most important detail. How you hit the drum.

[@merlinsky5287]

4:25 it’s all about the right ratio of rim to head 😉

[@CreativeMindsAudio]

woah i had that same nightwish planet hell tour shirt! got so faded and holey i got rid of it. surprised his is still in good shape! super cool video too!

[@TheWarlock42]

(drumming intensifies).... (Drumming REALLY intensifies)

[@gabrielaraujo8542]

Should bring Russell as a feat to an upcoming First Of October album, that would be fun

[@dreaminginnoother]

I played drums in a band for 4 years and I still suck at drums. I play drums and people would say nice things about it, but I would not at all call myself a drummer.

[@mcAzcrew]

The boy Russel

[@scottmckenna9164]

Oh, I’m 76, still listening, watching and playing the practice pad. God help me. I have a Kit. It’s not set up. I’ve attended drum clinics with Ginger Baker )RIP(, Dave Weckl, Dennis Chamber’s, and the drummer from Living Color ,Will Calhoun. Now, I feel arthritis pain when I move my wrists wrongly.

[@briannolan]

What an absolutely LEGENDARY list of drummers to have learned from!

[@verygoodfreelancer]

ROFL DUDE THE NIGHTWISH SHIRTTT THO!!!!!! REAL RECOGNIZE REAL!!!!

[@TheKrou]

Nightwish shirt ayyy

[@DarkSmashball]

Preparations for the upcoming first of october session?!

[@medicinal_soul]

The little notation or whatever at the bottom is making me thing of new patterns for my drumbrute. Lol

[@n1troni]

14:29 sounds like jimmy degrasso's drum solo on megadeths she wolf rude awakening improvisation

[@Mr.TeETH78]

Rimshots are delicious!

[@TheM00ndawg]

don't even play drums, and i still feel defeated.

[@GalaXisJoe]

I would like to drum set! 🎉😅

[@IlBiggo]

Not fair. Andrew's "amateur" level would take me 15 years to reach :D

[@markuskopter]

I can feel that pain.

[@Arkansya]

it took him that

[@err_rawr]

Hmm i guess i should actually play my drums for once 🥁 🥁

[@TSGEnt]

Thanks guys, I learned alot. That was good. I've always gone to "milktoast" (I'm not a drummer) but Now I know I should work on paradiddles. I'ts supposed to make everything else simpler. I think. RLRR LRLL Um, heck, Im just gonna call Russell to come play.

[@willmccoy13]

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