Building Coordination | David Garibaldi

David Garibaldi has been one of our most highly requested guests and it's an honor to have been able to host him in our studio. He's prepared a lesson jam packed full of drum knowledge so download the PDF above and buckle up!
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Chapters
0:00 - Intro
0:06 - “There Goes That” by Ray Obiedo
5:44 - Introduction
10:23 - Lesson begins!
11:35 - Development Of The Two Sound Levels With The Hands
24:36 - Beyond Two & Four
38:26 - Odd Time In Four
57:10 - Q & A
1:06:00 - “Pocketful Of Soul” by Tower Of Power
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David began playing drums professionally at 17 years old and joined Tower of Power at the age of 24 in 1970. Not too long after, he became one of the most sought after drummers in the industry. He has featured in hundreds of songs by notable artists and has also appeared on live TV and films. David won the R&B/Funk drummer award from Modern Drummer magazine for five consecutive years from 1980 to 1985, and again in 2003.
David plays:
Yamaha Drums: www.yamahdrums.com/
Sabian Cymbals: www.sabian.com/
Remo Drumheads: www.remo.com/
Vic Firth Drumsticks: www.vicfirth.com/
#Drumeo #DavidGaribaldi #TowerOfPower

[@SMBDTC]

This humble man is the reason why I try to play funk music. He is one of the greatest drummer of all times. 70 years old..... and almost 50 years spreading the love of funk around the world.

[@DrumeoOfficial]

Well said!

[@SMBDTC]

And I forgot : thank you for this lesson.

[@bettinabeauchemin28]

SMBDTC great!

[@fileditview]

This is free?!? This used to cost me $35 a lesson in 1980 dollars. I had the distinct pleasure of studying with Dave back then. I remember driving to his house in Reseda and having to pull over to first gather myself and not puke . Then go to the door and listen before ringing the bell. Whatever was pouring fresh out of his brain at that moment was gonna be today's lesson. Oh crap, that's sounds really hard. It was sometimes painful... I was one of those guys who had his lesson down, could play it backwards and forwards and as soon as I sat down behind his set I'd stink up the joint. Nerve-wracking and humbling but ultimately learned an incredible amount of stuff. However, the best takeaway from my time with him was getting to know him as a person. There was a spiritual component to him that I embraced and that, more than any technique was the most important, lasting thing- something I carry with me to this day. He was a guy of conviction, he was brave. Sometimes having to swim upstream of the LA scene but his compass always pointed true north. He was one of the few people who didn't waver just to get the gig, rare indeed. So Thanks Dave! Stay well.

[@erikdormody6038]

I was also fortunate enough to study with David right before he re-joined TOP. I can relate to the "oh I got this" then blowing the lesson. From studying with him, I really learned what getting something down meant. Off The Record is a great book especially now that one can use the Amazing Slow Downer and play along. As a result of learning how to actually study I went back to grad school and got an MBA (I was a terrible student as an undergrad, but 13-years later, while working full time, I went back to school). I recently caught up with him and he's looking great and is an inspiration in so many ways. Plus he really had a lot of positive things to say about the entire Drumeo operation!

[@JirkaMichalik]

Welcome to the 21st century. Almost every knowledge is right within the reach, it only takes to grab it and use it.

[@jimmyreid235]

fileditview Nice tribute to David Garibaldi. A great drummer/musician who has done the work and created his own thing. He seems to be a spiritual guy giving his knowledge to others. He has that humble quality that seems to be lacking in today’s world. I dig his grooves and the way he presents them.

[@friedpicklezzz]

Great story, thanks for sharing

[@khodrisalim3575]

This is definitely one of the best (if not the best) lesson in Drumeo. David Garibaldi makes this looking very easy but it requires so much effort to come into this. David is such a good teacher to explain these concepts. While many others would tend to be in a demo mode, David's focus is primarily to share his huge knowledge and experience. There is a lot of information here. Thanks you David and of course thank you Drumeo!

[@DrumeoOfficial]

LESSON INDEX: 0:06 - “There Goes That” by Ray Obiedo 5:44 - Introduction 10:23 - Lesson begins! 11:35 - Development Of The Two Sound Levels With The Hands 24:36 - Beyond Two & Four 38:26 - Odd Time In Four 57:10 - Q & A 1:06:00 - “Pocketful Of Soul” by Tower Of Power

[@johanynema9942]

Dudes of Drumeo... Although some video's are destructive for my self-esteem (I will never be able to drum that!) I totally love your channel! Keep up the good work! I do have a suggestion though: Dylan Elise. Maybe you guys already had him on here once, but I couldn't find him. If that is the case, then I guess my comment here is obsolete ;-) Greetings from the Netherlands!

[@bettinabeauchemin28]

I don't have a clue how to do linear and layering, but sounds great! Thank you. Bettina, new student of drumming!

[@ReubenLujan]

YO! I saw David Garibaldi was on Drumeo and I lost it y'all, yes!!!! Drumeo, y'all rock!! Mr.Garibaldi, thank you! Future Sounds has been a staple in my improvement and creativity. One of the best drumming books ever written!

[@mat4410]

After all these years, What is Hip is still part of my warm up. First time I heard him, it totally blew my mind! David and Steve Gadd have been my principle influences in since long as I can remember. When he left during Unban Renewal, it was flat, flat, flat. Thanks Dave for the lesson and inspiration.

[@ianchui7711]

One of the most highly requested (respected) guests for sure

[@dwdrumshdmotorcyclesvirgom7379]

I love Dave Garibaldi's teaching. He is very calm and explains things very clear and concise! Great job...

[@purpleheartscott8553]

I’m self isolated at present during this doggone covid-19 mess and truly enjoying this masterful lesson. I’m a beginner drummer starting late in life, nearly 50. Been playing guitar for awhile, but broadening my horizons and really love drums. Wish I had learned earlier but better late than never and it’s surely NEVER to late to enjoy music. Thanks Drumeo.

[@jeremyvincent1447]

Welcome to the brother hood

[@jamsjr44]

My very first drum clinic was seeing Dave at creative music in CT in December of 88 or 90 and it was my first time realizing what a true professional drummer was. I taped the clinic and I still have it! Just a very nice humble guy and incredible player!

[@lesbiansaregoodandch]

Gotta post that to KZbin my friend! I'm sure thousands of people would love to watch it!

[@miaxix888]

Something i like about drumeo. Every drummer has a different story on their journey of being the best of the best.

[@ThePoorBoy]

Master Garibaldi! What a wonderful lesson! Great to see him on Drumeo! Seems like a whole new generation is discovering his genius! Long overdue for the Modern Drummer Hall of Fame! Few drummers have had such an enormous influence on this instrument. Not even sure many players realize they are doing things that go back to David, but hopefully they will realize it now!

[@sisco3404]

Awsome. Saw him with TOP in New Haven at Toads years ago. He played on a yellow Yamaha Beech Custom kit which sounded amazing. Saw him up close for entire concert. Couldnt leave to use the bathroom...mezmerizing. Truly a giant. Their music helps too!

[@davematthews414]

I'm re-watching this again, after watching it again, and again over the years, and from a different perspective every time... Soooo many good moments... Knowing where there ONE was (in the mind of the creator) is sooo helpful in feeling comfortable with these complicated rhythms! But I think essentially what I want to say to both Dave and Drumeo is THANK YOU!!!!!!! Life changing stuff.

[@vashisht1]

Those fluent soft consistent flow of strokes brings me here.....I could listen to Sir David all day long....love your work David Sir

[@rickspyder1]

yep the master says it all...be yourself ... explore and create your own database...FANTASTIC SESSION boys...thanks

[@adityatyagi4009]

What a complete master! David Garibaldi has something to teach everyone about the drums!

[@jeromesilva4503]

Aditya >>> there really is only ONE complete master (a guy that can do anyything and everything / paraddidle diddles, flam 7's, polyeurythmic psycho grooves, flam triplets, one handed rolls, explosive double bass shredding, insane linear 9's, rudiments from hell, and some super latin groove stuff where it sounds like 2 or 3 drummers doing instead of it being just HIM) .......... he resides on the planet Weckl .... home to the ''King of all Drummers''

[@adityatyagi4009]

Yep, I'm a huge Weckl fan. However, he's not the only drummer I listen to...

[@MrDrummer3321]

ONE OF THE BEST DRUMMER AND TEACHER AROUND THE WORLD!!!...ALL MY ADMIRATION FOR HIS WORK!!!

[@tdrum21]

All the best to David on a quick recovery! Hope he gets back to his normal amazing drumming self;)

[@Mistacole]

Pure gold! Dave has been an inspiration to me for many years. I had the pleasure of meeting him after a TOP gig in Chicago this year. What a great guy. Thanks to DRUMEO!

[@RudySalerno]

David Garribaldi one of my favourites

[@danoweston6185]

I got to see TOP in Colorado Springs 3 years ago, and am still amazed by his technique and drive, all while being so smooth!!

[@SONORSQ2guy]

His hi hats are making a strange metallic sound after each hit. Great lesson with a legend!😀

[@davemills7945]

One of the all time greats to be sure! Love me some Garibaldi funk! I was so very lucky that my very first drum teacher turned me onto funk and, more importantly, this man in particular.

[@chichochicc]

Thank you Drumeo for this, and for every amazing drummer legend you get to show us

[@gayleneaitken9648]

I love how he makes it an adventure, an exploration of potential. So intelligent. He inspires me.

[@nickyourname]

Devo essere sincero: non conoscevo Davide Garibaldi, se non per sentito dire. Ho passato ore e ore sulla batteria cercando e studiando dei ritmi che superassero i tradizionali accompagnamenti che si sentono per la maggiore, senza sapere che Lui aveva già fatto tutto ciò, meglio e con cognizione di causa, addirittura mettendoli su delle canzoni! Non ho alcuna vergogna ad ammettere di aver scoperto oggi un grandissimo batterista, al quale mi sono sempre ispirato senza nemmeno conoscerlo! Complimenti e grazie a Drumeo per averlo ospitato.

[@DailyDrumLesson]

I have seen him with TOP a few years back and his drive and energy was amazing even though he barely moves. Oakland Zone is still one of my favorite recordings to play to!

[@sethballou8331]

Yes! The song Page One is amazing with the mix of odd time signature and regular 4/4 with syncopation.. And yes he is so relaxed while playing.. A true master. And the Whole Band incredible. Peace 👍🥁❤

[@jordancollins7714]

The best Drumeo yet, Future Sounds is an amazing book, it totally transformed my playing. Please Get Vinnie Colaiuta

[@Roberto_Zaffaroni]

Vinnie Colaiuta is a dream, we created him for givin us the answer! He's not real ah ahh :))

[@richspicer7818]

After all this time I keep coming back to this lesson. Its one one the most jam packed lessons ever and I keep learning from it. Thanks David and Drumeo!

[@RandyHanley]

it is very impressive how he dissected that at 31 minutes and explained the breakdown of that groove!

[@samheard7634]

I'd be nowhere without garibaldi. His book is my bible.

[@FD136]

Insane! David probably is the most influential drummer to me at the moment and the personal hero that Jojo Mayer used to be a few years ago. Drumming doesn't have to be fancy technical stuff or the faster the better. What David plays, is just mindblowing! Even the pretty "simple" beat in the beginning is way above all this prog and speed stuff that many other highly regarded drummers play, because it grooves. And this is the most important thing, a drummer has to do. Groove! Not play as fast or proggy as possible. Thanks for being a drummer and not a blower, Mr. Garibaldi!

[@mschambon]

Absolutely!!

[@jorgeabaezp9365]

Gawd garibaldi is genius he makes it look so easy

[@starryshadrach6803]

I love the part he talked about counting... As a beginner drummer I'm gonna experiment with these stuffs. Thanks David, Thanks Drumeo!

[@Kraals]

David Garibaldi is one of those consummate professionals who can be really rocking it, but he looks like he's waiting for the 2 O'clock bus to come along. Ho Hum! Crazy good.

[@sethballou8331]

Yes! Great way to put it! 😄👍🥁

wooow, finaly, i love this Groove! thanks David, tarde thanks Drumeo. I'm from Brazil!!!

[@ippacholuk7317]

Absolutely brilliant instruction by the Groove Master all the way through - thx Drumeo!

[@mmabaddass]

Thank you So Very Much. As an older man getting back into drumming it is awesome to have access to such amazing instruction. Truly an amazing percussionist and teacher.

[@RitchieColeman]

DG, is my idol and playing TP during the day w/ a show band and doing lead vocals was soon much fun!, Meeting him, he is the real deal and down to earth. He is the 1st workshop that i took my nephew Chris Coleman to,,, and the rest is history,,,

[@TheSaneMe]

like in the roller coaster while playing that 11/16 over 4/4. GREAT!

[@SuperMolamola]

This is soooo good!!! so many great tips! thank you very much drumeo folks!!!

[@MrAndreage]

I watched all this interesting video and stopped it many times to check all the coolest stuff better.Thank You very much living legend Dave for inspirations!. I'll surely be at your clinic in Italy on March. Thank You to Drumeo also ...the best drum channel!.

[@MarcosSilva-uv2jh]

what a nice cymbal selection!

[@gilbertorcfilho]

OMG! Very exciting to watch the master in action. Inspiring. Thank you Drumeo, from Brazil.

[@gustavoborchert]

Very intelligent and well informed comment about practicing. Thanks, Garibaldi!

[@smethdog]

Love his style. Such a great drummer

[@bettinabeauchemin28]

Thank you for your comments on time and practice, things I have wondered about. Now is my month for celebrating, October marks the end of my second year. Still try to practice each new day. Am working on fourth bar fills and speed on my "single" strokes. Sounding like myself, Thanks again! Bettina

[@BenjaminGib]

Super inspiring. Thank you Drumeo and David Garibaldi!

[@mattryan6886]

This is an amazing lesson. He is dropping knowledge here. Lots of great tips and concepts for me to dig in and explore further. Drumeo you guys are awesome, and really attract major drumming talent for us to help master our instrument.

[@nicolasmontigne9082]

Amazing moment with the drum GOAT... Thanks

[@vodzdrums]

jared, you fist bumped david garibaldi. you are the happiest drummer on earth

[@scottlucas6025]

This man is the master of time and space, Legend!

[@mrblueonions]

Thank u David ... thx DRUMEO ... for sharing that great vid. Keep up the good work!!! Greetz from Germany ...

[@mrblueonions]

DRUMEO: you guy are great!!! Thank u and greetings from germany...

[@romaonetto]

I accompany every week, I like several drummers, but this one with David Garibaldi and the program with Jost Nickel, were the best so far. Congratulations Drumeo =)

[@andresmiller5269]

19:48 even the best drummers has that "blah!!" moment. Love this video!

[@anonagain]

Damn, back in the day I literally wore out my vinyl LP transcribing David's works like "On the Serious Side", and now here it is on KZbin with explanation. You kids don't know how good you've got it. ;) Thanks Dave!!!

[@vashisht1]

The use of three finger stroke...its so beautiful to see him use that,.

[@RWgolfARG]

Once again thanks! Muy buen material. Saludos de Argentina. Thanks Drumeo!

[@nikhiltuladhar3136]

My Inspiration of all time..biggest fan..watched him play in Fiji Rock Festival few years ago!!!

[@spark_6710]

Nikhil Tuladhar is it not FUJI?

[@MikeJamesMedia]

Thank you, David, and thanks Drumeo for hosting this really cool (and a little mind-bending) lesson! :)

[@DriLLFreAK100]

Thank you very much Drumeo for this awesome lesson. Really appreciate it. Has been longing for him to come up here for years :)

[@TheStudioDrummer]

"sound like yourself" Amen brother.

[@thebigbywolf]

Waited for this all my life

[@DrumeoOfficial]

How old are you?

[@sharrythedave4758]

Drumeo there comes comedy ! Thanks !

[@46ducat]

Hooo Master David !!! The only drummer he bang my head for many hours just with his HH-snare and bass drum !! He got the groove !!!! ;)

[@Anne-cv4ms]

Holy S. So much information and amazing skills/experience in one video. THANK YOU so much for sharing!!

[@jeraldcuccurullo2497]

Wow!! Great ,Fabulous lesson for all to put in their respective drumming vocabulary!!!

[@Yaboroqe]

THE GROOVE MASTER!

[@DBSplayers]

groove for days!!!!!

[@FrancoRossiDrumChannel]

THE BEST!!!!!!

[@CaioBartola]

David Garibaldi is awesome! Great inspiration!

[@notchroberts9121]

Mr Garibaldi has shown me so much in his previous videos i have bought & his thoughts & love his teaching process!~ it is so complete & breaks down all the important feels & grooves i dig what he shows how & why of the grooves.. he is a 1st Class Teacher& player!!!! thank you Drumeo!!

[@steveryan7786]

Wonderful player, those cymbals sound great too

[@kerrymdrickdrums4962]

He is a genius. I wish I saw this at the time it was posted. Thanks for sharing.

[@HankNinja]

Going to see TOP on Monday. So excited. Got me some inspiration to bring into the shed here just now.

[@louistotalcontrol]

Fantastic lesson with a true legend - many thanks!

[@brandonboyce1661]

Can totally catch the Bruce Becker influence on his grip. Wonderful technique, and a masterful player.

[@IepsyI]

So good! This video really helped me crack the nut and get into Future Sounds. Fully addicted now!

[@ytnsanw]

Wow, hard to believe he's seventy! He has the physical conditioning, mental acuity and ease of playing of someone in their twenties. Clean living, I guess....

[@markdemell3717]

Busy brain and eating right and exercise .

[@Louciush]

Fr would’ve thought he was 40

[@bdg8967]

I would have guessed he was in his 50's by his look. God Bless him

[@mcmc1863]

@@markdemell3717 drumming is the exercise !

[@The3TGTE]

Yamaha recording custom 👌👌👌 best kits ever.

[@brendanh44]

That's the dream kit for me someday...

[@The3TGTE]

@@brendanh44 ive owned mine for the last 20 years and its allways performed well. Never let me down either. Great drums.

[@Robertonatal1]

Best drumeo lesson ever!!!!

[@DannyEye2704]

Awesome! Having a lot of fun with this lesson

[@chessdude67]

David is a badass! Thank you.

[@skateturghis]

I loved the logic he applied on the paradiddles

[@YamahaDrumsEurope]

Great stuff! Much Love DG & Drumeo!

[@canerdemir410]

love him..thanks David!

[@EVEROSFP1]

I am not a drummer but Dave is such a true musical inspiration ....

[@theskulldev]

Fantastic drummer and educator.

[@lanceh4653]

Really like the down tap rebound on paradiddles. I had never heard that before!

[@ZMIJUSH]

THIS IS TOP OF THE TOPS DRUMEO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! THANK YOU

[@boyybbangalorexx]

I first watched David Garibaldi in action, in his video 'Tower of Groove' in KZbin . I think it was around 20 yrs old video since he had no grey hair then :). I was very impressed by his unorthodox way of not hitting the 2s and 4s as usually drummers do and the 4 way co-ordination in his grooves and congas and the wind instruments. My favourite type of music nowadays.

[@japaobateradrums2067]

Eita pegaaaa toop mister David Garibaldi

[@tdrum21]

Yes! Garibaldi on here. Awesome guys;)

[@DanielPepin]

So amazing!

[@michaellopez7477]

hi David, I'd use to play a lot but I play in church, what I've learn help me alot

[@wageeshadodampahala9074]

Love the lesson thanks for sharing

[@paulie9956]

David Girabaldi is freakin unbelievable. He has such tight rytms and seems like the drums are a natural part of both his body and his soul. Although I am a guitarist and a "frustrated drummer" I thrive on listening to the wonderous rythms of GREAT drummers such as him. I live on Long Island, NY, does he plan on doing any seminars in the near future. I just discovered this chanel today and I love you guys, thank you, sincerely yours Paulie G.

[@theSnaredrumde]

wonderful - also the band. Genial Emotions.

[@Drumsmadness]

Love this man.