CRAZY BILL STEWART LANGUAGE | MODERN JAZZ LANGUAGE AT ITS FINEST🔥🔥

[@drumqtips]

Should I create a Vol. 2 of my Jazz Vocabulary E-Book? I would definitely put these 4 CRAZY licks in Vol. 2. What do YOU think? Here's the link to "Vol. 1" Bebop Vocabulary E-Book: qsdigitaldownloads.sellfy.store/.

[@patxilebrancon5393]

definitely yes

[@kennethtaylor964]

Yes 👍

[@JunkerOnDrums]

YES

[@Syverdude]

Yes please! Your first one was really helpful to get some more vocabulary under my belt and your sticking and phrasing make them easier to absorb. I recognized where some of them come from but would be nice in the next batch if you can add the drummer's name next to the ones that are notable licks by Max or Philly Joe or whomever as it'll likely inspire going down a rabbit hole of someone I may not have studied yet. Thanks for these amazing video lessons!

[@andrewzehnal2030]

Great idea!!!!

[@jeffc21-12]

I've been fortunate to see Bill play live a few times and he never disappoints - always supporting the music, playing in context, but with his unique voice and application of ideas. Really enjoy your videos and playing as well! Students at UNT are fortunate to have you as an educator!

[@drumqtips]

Thank you Jeff and you are totally right about Bill. He’s always supporting the music.

[@tdrum21]

Very fortunate to have Q as a teacher 🎶👌🏽🥁

[@zikandgroovefr]

Yes me too, I find the little sound of his voice adds some character to the whole performance.

[@joewar-booker5485]

Hi mr. Davis. I'm ready. Very happy to receive these invaluable treasures in the form of videos. With all due respect, wish you always the best. 🥁

[@drumqtips]

Always good hearing from you Joe! Thank you🙏🏾

[@clementeaccornero8900]

Grandissimo Maestro Quincy Davis !! Great inspiration 👏👏👏✨✨🥰🥁 Bill Stewart is one of my favorite Drummer !🙏♥️

[@thepsalms--atribute2686]

William Kennedy of the Yellowjackets! Lots of polyrhythms to break down.

[@drumqtips]

One of my favs!!!

[@chuckc7375]

Wow Quincy, you were smoking at the beginning of your video demonstration. Nice chops man.

[@drumqtips]

Ha! Thanks Chucky! I get lucky once in a while:-)

[@chuckc7375]

@@drumqtips That’s not luck, you’re just an excellent musician.

[@alanlopez5971]

Fantastic, a new beginning, original and totally bad ass !

[@roberthall7336]

Love this, Q. I am a big fan of Bill, seen him live a few times. Always great timing, feel and surprising grooves and fills. Thanks for breaking these down for the rest of us mere mortals!!

[@ralphkolarik4115]

Yes to the modern transcriptions all of this stuff is really Nice!! Merry Christmas everyone!!

[@lucasrogan3426]

YES! I’ve been asking for Bill Stewart licks on this channel for so long.

[@drumqtips]

Thanks for being patient with me:)

[@nicolassignat6733]

Bill Stewart is my main teacher (and he doesn't know) for several years now, so thank you for this video ! Also very important : spend some time watching how he moves around the kit !

[@drumqtips]

Right on Nick! I’ll let him know you’re studying with him. Lol!

[@nicolassignat6733]

@@drumqtips That would be lovely

[@rhythmfield]

I’m of Bill Stewart’s generation and always kind of shied away from grasping his language because it’s kind of slinky & tricky. You Quincy have take the time to unlock Bill’s mischievous tom melodies and this is really cool & helpful - Thank You!

[@mariaclemens6237]

I will return Great teacher. STUFF THhat is difficult but cutting edge of modern drumming

[@nickmelissinos]

Quincy, if not a volume two then definitely chart out the Bill Stewart phrases. Thanks for a freaking great channel!

[@jackkinney5422]

Excellent! Everything done well! The explanation, drums sound, video. You have figured out how to speak and play at the same time with great audio for both, most drum videos can't do this.

[@jameswaddell3348]

Starting about 25 years ago i took the jazz ride figure, to the floor tom and then the possibilities of what the left hand on the snare rack and and floor tom; then different placements of the bass drum, with the same off pattern hi hat showed here. There are some patterns that sound extremely difficult until when slowed down it makes sense. So all you learning the jazz ride on the cymbal and the different left hand on the snare for playing purposes, just move the cymbal part to the floor tom, The fun part is getting to placing a samba pattern on the bass drum, and moving that left hand around.

[@drumqtips]

That’s awesome James! Thanks for sharing my man.

[@williemammoth11]

Former drum set teacher here - this was a well-done lesson! Thank you. I have a few new things for the woodshed now too. :)

[@patxilebrancon5393]

killer video! Many years ago I witnessed 2nd lick live in a concert he played with Scofield and it blew my mind! I came up with it my own. So nice to see you playing it, thank you!

[@drumqtips]

Awesome Patxi!

[@dennisstgermain4187]

VOLUME 2 !!!! YES That would be great. Please ID who does what. Plus more videos of licks from volume 1 would also be cool. 🙃

[@drumqtips]

Got it! Thnx Dennis

[@garydonnelly100]

Dang Quince, you're readin' my mail! Through the pandemic I've been inspired to explore some stuff inspired by Bill Stewart. So, that first one with the 4-stroke ruff. I've also heard him do it in that same way, sweeping between voices, but as a 5-note pattern (RLRLF LRLRF) in triplets. At first, it had me tied up because the phrase will not come out even when played as a 2 or 4 measure phrase and being that it's changing every 5 partials of the triplet pattern, it can mess with your perception of where the downbeats occur. But the cool thing is, once you start hearing these 5 note triplet groupings and explore the possibilities of orchestrations, it becomes a very cool little phrase. This thing inspired me to begin exploring other possibilities and I find that it's almost limitless what can be done. Here's another one I'm sure you're familiar with; he does a 7-note stick-shot thing that I've heard him phrase within swung 8ths and again, as a 7-note pattern in triplets. If you do another volume, check these licks out. Adding these odd groupings inside of a regular rhythm is tricky but can add a completely different flavor to solos or trading fours or eights. I've begun playing these kinds of things starting on different partials of beat 4 as a lead-in or of beat one as another starting point. That can really spice things up. Thanks for all the inspiring stuff! Keep it coming.

[@李昊烨]

Hey Quincy, your work is completely amazing, I bought the ebooks, and have one little suggestion, if you can put where’s these licks from would be great, then we can see how they should sound like:)

[@CharlesTPrimm]

Your playing is superb!

[@drumqtips]

Thanks a lot Chucky!

[@brewstergallery]

Outstanding Super Q ! Love every one of those Bill Stewart licks and patterns. Even the various components when they're played alone or in pairs feel so good. Of course your breakdowns of the crazy take out the terror and replace it with joy. Thank you from Ned in Spain.

[@drumqtips]

Thank you. Cheers Janet!!

[@brewstergallery]

@@drumqtips Hey Quincy, I'm Ned, actually. There's confusion at times because we both use the same account, just for your information and no harm done. I say yes to your doing a vol 2 and a 3 and as many as you want to. Thanks Quincy

[@AlanLopez-te6lc]

Ver creative lessons are the best!

[@drumqtips]

Glad you like them Al!

[@TheFreemanuk]

Has a life in his playing like Jack and Elvin , also has the spirit of 'becoming the music' not just performing it.

[@JORODU]

Q!! Amazing lesson and def Volume II Thank you for everything you do 🙏🏻

[@drumqtips]

My pleasure my man!

[@renatopestana9526]

Great vídeo. I always wanted to know how to play that 2nd lick! Thanks a lot

[@drumqtips]

Boom👊🏾

[@yuggothproductions]

Yes to volume two! Loving your channel!

[@willmonson7730]

Thanks for decoding that man!Now it’s off to the woodshed,

[@drumqtips]

Glad it helped Will!

[@lucaszamora842]

Great video Quincy! I love Bill Stewart! He's one of my inspirations for modern playing! The third lick is one of my favorites. I've adapted my own version of it, which inspired some other licks I developed.

[@drumqtips]

Awesome Lucas! I’m sure your lick is really cool too.

[@peterevans366]

Brilliant!!! Organic is the difficulty if not practiced and felt regularly 🥁👌

[@drumqtips]

True Pete!

[@cfoldesh]

The packet is great!.. it's like an extension of Jabali's packet. Yeah Q, break out volume 2! Thanks for all the great content you consistently post. Golden

[@drumqtips]

Exactly! That’s where the idea came from for sure Charlie! Thanks man.

[@davidplastow3430]

what an amazing drummer

[@drumqtips]

He's a baaaaad dude for sure Dave!

[@ちゃんこ先生-f9h]

Gekiatsu! Waiting this for long time. thanks!

[@drumqtips]

Thanks for your patience:)

[@Jazzrob891]

I have never seen videos so complete, so perfect, like yours. you really are n.1 for me. Thank you for your work in studying jazz drumming. The first time I saw Bill was with Pat Metheny and Larry Granadier , a few meters away from the stage and I said to myself: "who is this that combines the traditional with the modern with these wonderful sounds and this perfect technique?!"

[@drumqtips]

Thank you for your kind words Roberto. And yes, your self question about Bill is a perfect one!

[@tomcarr4630]

WOW!!! A lot of fantastic material to work on. Was fortunate to see Bill about 20 years ago at the historic Pabst Theatre in Milwaukee, WI. He was phenomenal! (I saw your interview with Bill a year or so ago. Very enjoyable!)

[@drumqtips]

Right on TC👊🏾

[@tobiasgebb]

You are frickin awesome, man. Clear in your description and explanation, clarity in your sound, your humor, references to history, and finally, make it your own!! Amen :)

[@tobiasgebb]

Oops. I forgot...... YES. Volume 2!

[@Samsgarden]

Great drum sound. Especially for YT

[@raymondkarlsson9794]

Thank you, Quincy! Very inspiring!

[@scottieunome2]

Break it down...Man...this is amazing. Problem is Q makes it looks easy! :)

[@drumqtips]

Looks can be deceiving Scottie:) lol

[@dergrune6078]

Great video as always, I'd love a breakdown of some Buddy Rich licks.

[@drumqtips]

Buddy’s def on my list:)

[@percussionquintet]

A volume 2 would be a great idea.

[@peppertennis]

Lovely stuff …thankyou ❤️

[@drumqtips]

Thanks!

[@jeffluker1895]

This is outstanding! I love Bill's playing. And your gear sounds amazing.

[@zikandgroovefr]

Bill Stewart is no doubt one of the great drummers.

[@MarioCalzadaMusic]

Definitely crazy ones! I’m trying right now haha

[@drumqtips]

You got this Mario Brothers👊🏾

[@russellesimonetta9071]

Those triplets are right out of John Bonham s bag of tricks!!! Bigger drums and hit hard! I,ve said I love swiss trips. All trip patterns with bass drums doing doubles with the second being like a flam.

[@drumqtips]

Indeed Russ!

[@mininowa]

I love this drummer. I'll surely check the interview you made. I definitely could hear his style and sound on your intro. Great job, keep it up !

[@drumqtips]

Thanks for watching. Glad you enjoyed the lesson!

[@piotrekprzewozniak4264]

Yeaaaaah! Thank You very mmmmuch! :)

[@marciasmith8522]

Another great lesson!

[@drumqtips]

Thanks Marcia:)

[@chrispitts5999]

I learned lick 2 from Bonham. But I have always wondered the most tasteful approach to playing it in a jazz setting! Thanks for sharing this. Also I have heard people say that bonham stole his licks from Elvin. Idk about that but it is a very interesting take. They have a strong similarity in their playing imo

[@tdrum21]

Love it! Bring it with a new book 🔥

[@drumqtips]

Yes sir!

[@walterlucas39]

Always on point and useful knowledge that you give. Thank you. I definitely would love to take some online lessons with you in 2023!

[@drumqtips]

Thanks Walter!

[@felixkcl]

great stuffs, thank you 👍🏼👍🏼🥁🥁

[@drumqtips]

You are very welcome Felix!

[@felixkcl]

@@drumqtips I keep watching your channel, learn a lot and got inspirations from you. Respect for the sharing. Really good.

[@JoelCarbonellGonell]

Amazing content! I'm guessing that yout brain at 6:19 was like "What are you doing left hand ? It's Bill Stewart! Go back to matched!!!" 😂 Btw, for those who are having problems with the 3 against 4, check the Single Stroke Pyramid by Q! I grinded it and now i'm much more free with my feet! Have a nice week!

[@drumqtips]

My man🤣🤣🤣🤣❤️❤️❤️

[@soundhaus6404]

THANK YOU QD THANK YOU!!!!!

[@luisavila9436]

Sick

[@catfishrushdie1444]

Great stuff, Mr Q ! Number 3 seems very Blakey- I 'm almost sure I've heard him do that.

[@drumqtips]

Most definitely Blakey-influenced for sure!

[@dizzolve]

thank you for #4 :)

[@antoinecirri4484]

hello Quincy, first : thank you for the great work ! I bought your book that I 've started to enjoy !a second one ? ....yes , great !...I would like to have you making a video playing those exemples !

[@drumqtips]

I’ll work on that. Thanks for checking it out Antoine!

[@antoinecirri4484]

@@drumqtips Thank You, Quincy ! best regards !

[@jazzants]

Quincy, great job here. There is a George Garzone album called 4's and 2's with Stewart on the drums. On the first track he played a pretty epic ostinato figure in his solo that I haven't heard him play since. Haven't heard anyone cop it either to any degree, probably because the album is less well known. Something worth getting hip to.

[@drumqtips]

That’s actually where I got that 3rd lick actually. I haven’t heard it in a long time so I might have changed a bit but it’s close. Also I left out the left hand off beats in the left cymbal on purpose because it’s hard!! Lol

[@jazzants]

@@drumqtips @ 4:23 kzbin.info/www/bejne/r53QlaB7j6uBjMU

[@zikandgroovefr]

That's good to know, thank you for sharing. I'll check it out too.

[@38zech]

This is awesome Q! You should totally do some tain phrases. that would be awesomely

[@drumqtips]

Good call!

[@EdAldred]

Thanks again for these amazing videos! The polyrhythmic licks at the end are a real challenge but so satisfying when you get them - I've tried to add a mozambique ride over the top but it's still a work in progress. I don't suppose you've noticed Bill do any 5's or 7's over the top of those patterns too? I can imagine it's the kind of mind blowing thing that he does :)

[@drumqtips]

I’ve def heard him put 5’s and 7’s over top of those patterns! He’s not human. But we all know that:)

[@cahilldrummer]

Yes sir!

[@cahilldrummer]

That second one is some ninja shit!

[@drumqtips]

Right!! Stew is filthy!!

[@danielcoburn7696]

Love you man

[@drumqtips]

Awe Danny😍. I wub you too man:)

[@FrankParente]

Yes! You know I want that Volume II of the vocabulary! Bill Stewart is an amazing player and as you said he plays so melodically. Another drummer that I’ve been way into lately because of his melodicizism is Brian Blade. Maybe a lesson on his playing is in order. And lastly, yes we all need to say thank you Elvin Jones on a daily basis. FP

[@drumqtips]

Right on Frankie👊🏾

[@andyweintraub1980]

Lick #4 is tne melody to "Summer Samba"!

[@robvriens8812]

That 3rd one is so slick. Reminds me his solo in sister Sadie maceo Parker .Thanks for that. Any favorite Bill Stewart records you recommend?

[@drumqtips]

All of them! Lol

[@juanluiscastanoalvarez7871]

Thanks for the lessons they´re great and by the way there is a Philly Jo manuscript about cross sticking exercise from 1968 it says timpany cross . I wonder if you know about it ? It might be interesting a lesson about that.....thanks...

[@drumqtips]

Thanks for sharing Juan. I’ll have to look for that.

[@vibesexploration6250]

Hey Quincy thanks for the great content! Do you have some insights on Bill Stewart tuning?

[@drumqtips]

No special insights there unfortunately.

[@baldurmoizisch6905]

Thank you Mr. Davis for these four licks! May i dare to ask, will you explain the three licks of Bill Stewart that i asked you in my comment (to the four licks of Max Roach).... some day? (maybe in Vol. 2 of your Jazz Vocabulary E-Book?) Bill Stewart is so fascinating! One example: how can a rimshot roll be athmospheric? The answer is given at the end of "Lyra". One other question: How about one handet rolls? Buddy Rich had something like that, taken from a double stroke technique. But did somebody apply the butterfly roll to jazz yet?

[@drumqtips]

Not sure I understand fully your request but these licks will be in vol. 2 of my E-book.

[@baldurmoizisch6905]

@@drumqtips Thank you Master Davis!

[@ethanslegoguns1010]

Love this.....how do you tune? Thanks

[@drumqtips]

Check my tuning video for that Ethan👍🏾

[@noaheslinger1867]

i’d love to hear your playing style complimented by istanbul cymbals. i feel like they would serve you well.

[@drumqtips]

I used to exclusively play Istanbul Agop cymbals back in the day. I've recored many albums with Agop cymbals actually. But I'm happy with Zildjian...for now. Who knows what the future holds:)

[@bastiendupont1392]

15 min 15 AMAZING TITANIC FILM MELODIC YOU CAN CHECK

[@davidrichards1662]

What about doing 4 licks for the great Art Blakey?

[@drumqtips]

Right on!

[@alexanderjdivic4784]

I recall Bill Stewart once saying in an interview that he is not a very "Elvin-like" drummer (paraphrase) despite loving his playing. IDK, I always felt I can hear a big Elvin influence on Stewart's playing. Perhaps he's listened to Elvin so much it seeped into his playing subconsciously- do you happen to have an opinion on this one way or the other Quincy?

[@mikestevens5512]

Quincy We need the software in your brain. Even if we can play difficult licks, its the slow creative stuff in between thats So captivating. Can you teach us that?

[@drumqtips]

I may be starting an exclusive learning club soon Stevie. Stay tuned!

[@michaelnesi0827]

Can you reference recordings if you know them?

[@drumqtips]

Sure thing Mike. Start with his own leader albums and then check out the organ trio albums of Larry Goldings and Peter Bernstein.

[@michaelnesi0827]

@@drumqtips Which recoding can the triplet phase, lick #2 be hear is was more along the lines of what I was asking.

[@grootairsoftsniper3869]

Can’t seem to get hold of you on your contact slip I’ve just payed for volume 1 and 2 but have not received any download for files

[@drumqtips]

Hey there. I think I received your email. So sorry you haven’t received the link for the downloads. I’ll take care of you tomorrow morning when I have some free time.

[@grootairsoftsniper3869]

@ Thanks if you could get them over to me that would be greatly appreciated as I would like to go through some of the exercises

[@kangakubawa]

❤❤❤

[@gerardi2000]

Bill Stewart aka Opie Cunningham can flat out play. If you told me he is Ron Howards cousin i would believe it.

[@drumqtips]

Opie and Ron Howard’s cousin!!? That’s hilarious…and a very good call. Whoever he looks like, he plays his booty off!! Btw, my middle name is Gerard👊🏾

[@bromasi]

The reason he can hear this it’s in his head I will never sound like it because I don’t have his head ,never will it’s a good exercise and fun.

[@半澤剛-p4k]

最高にcool👍で最高に分かりやすいレッスンです😊いつもありがとうございます♪練習します٩(^‿^)۶

[@drumqtips]

いつも見てくれてありがとうございます！

[@drumqtips]

いつも見てくれてありがとうございます🙏🏾

[@briancaterino2479]

Bonham triplets stole this

[@rondeangelis7384]

If bonham was alive he would also be thanking elvin 😱

[@miloscoopy2469]

The lick is there, but the motion and dynamic is not.