Utilizing Systems & Methods For Efficient Practice | Matt Garstka

[@DrumeoOfficial]

For so long, every video I released you guys commented "invite Matt Garstka to do a lesson"... So I hope that you're all happy now :) It was an awesome lesson with some unbelievable drumming. Enjoy!

[@NishantHagjer]

Drumeo, I am so happy that you have gotten Matt Garstka here. I've posted his name and Matt Halpern's so many times. Thank you so much. You're amazing. Can't thank you enough.

[@roussosdim]

Invite STEVO jocz from sum 41

[@skillofme]

Dimon roussos Unfortunately Stevo left Sum 41 a year ago

[@tommylight1312]

Would love that autographed Modern Drummer magazine. Matt is a beast!!!!!!!!

[@JibriCabell]

Finally! :D

[@jared_s2]

my dad, who played jazz drums starting in the end of the 40's is 82 this year (2018.) and even through his dementia, everytime i play an animals as leaders album, he always comments on how good this drummer is. this band is going to be considered "classical," music after their time has passed.

[@antwan1131]

I know you posted this about 5 years ago but, if you are willing to share, I’d be curious on what kind of dementia? I ask this because my dad was diagnosed with FTD a few years ago and he played a huge role in my “heavier” music tastes and I hope to be able to have a similar experience down the road.

[@JETX1990]

I have noticed a lot of comments where people aren't quite understanding what he is saying. I'm not a know it all and I'm not listing out the bullet points that I got from this lesson to be a jerk, but sometimes when I end up taking notes during these video lessons, and simplify what they say, it becomes more obvious. 1. Stop playing when a "pothole" or mistake arises. So when you feel yourself make a mistake, don't keep playing. Address the issue until it becomes natural and clean. 2. Slow it down. Speed isn't everything. If you can nail it slow (which is more difficult than fast) then speeding it back back up after learning it slow will help it to make more sense. 3. Repetition. Play a groove for a couple of measures, and then slowly add to it. Play each addition to the original groove another couple of measures before adding the next. 4. Read music. Muscle memory will only take you so far. By being able to see each note and time signature on paper will help to dissect the exact layout of the groove and see where you may be missing something. 5. Plan practices. Go into each day already knowing what you will be working on when you get the chance to sit down at the kit. Being scatter brained and going on a whim won't help you to progress in distinct areas. Thank Matt Garstka for the awesome lesson! I'm subscribing to your site!

[@QuinnTube2]

youreonlyhuman I took notes to this lesson too! It was the first Drumeo lesson that I was able to catch live and all the way through, so it's the first time I took notes. This is probably the best lesson to take notes to because it was all talking. I sat at my kit, but didn't touch it at all!

[@Drumaier]

+DRUMMINGANDDRIFTING you may want to apply the slowing down method to your typing too. ;)

[@Drumaier]

***** ;)

[@Drumaier]

+DRUMMINGANDDRIFTING sure, i just wanted to do a joke given the topic of the video. But i myself (and i guess 99% of people) could type slower and better. cheers.

[@Tac-0]

+youreonlyhuman nice one, especially number 2. Ive played drums for 11 years and when ppl that dont play drums tell me "woha! this guy he can play so fucking fast" i always go, well- its not hard to play fast ,its hard to play slowly. and thats really it! :D

[@chicken6111]

1:05:54 He even makes thinking noises in 7/8.

[@DrumsTheWord]

1:05:54...he even tuts in groups of 7!! :D

[@ephraim9367]

0:00 - intro 0:13 - 4:34 - Matt playing Lippincott 6:17 - Matt's website 7:19 - Matt's methods 7:54 - troubleshooting method 17:08 - slowing method

[@AppallingScholar]

21:30 - Repetitious Method 28:27 - Transcribing Method 33:11 - Play and Practice method 46:24 - Play using Tempo Advanced app 49:11 - QnA Inspiration and later composition 53:23 - QnA Books 1:11:05 - Woven Web playthrough

[@AndrewDRoyappa]

He has worn a spot on his snare approximately the size of a quarter. That is all.

[@kengonzo1640]

4 years ago and he still is just that fkn good

[@WhirlwindDrums]

That’s when you know he’s the real deal

[@thedrummererik99]

and mine is like 1 third of my entire head lmao

[@cymbalmonke]

Oh...I just realized I'm extra terrible 🤣 he's such a musical drummer it's dope

[@billmint8122]

Closer to a half dollar, but the point still stands

[@RogierRJDonker]

He was so skinny back then. He is just super jacked now. He is so disciplined in all things he does.

[@LoadingSet7]

bro, that is far from skinny hahhah

[@jonathanmellqvist2]

He really wasn't. He's just jacked like a fucking strongman now.

[@360.Tapestry]

@@LoadingSet7 yeah. he was skinny-er lol but now he's a tank

[@ClihtYeastwood]

He went from not being in shape from a physique perspective, to curling 90 lb bells. Surprisingly, he didn’t lose any speed.

[@2strokeroll]

I know there's a lot of people on here that are saying that they're not happy that he did a lot of digressing and "rambling"...I thought this too when I first saw this video. However, I think we need to realize how great of a musician Matt really is, and with that doesn't just come with a bunch of licks and "quicktips" to rip off of note for note with none of your own creativity... As shown in Matt's speech; it comes with DEEP thought, ideology, and philosophy! I think because of the convenience of KZbin, some of us (myself included) can get easily distracted from that. For Instance..he pokes a bit of light fun at that sort of thing @23:20 lmao! This is a life long journey my friends! Hang on to every piece of Musical knowledge you come across! Because whether it's licks or just talking about music and drums, every little thing helps!

[@Coastfog]

You're spot on, I want to devour music, drums specifically. Every technique, every quick tip or hack, every "Oh, well I actually do it *this* way", every "do you know xyz?", every jam session with new people, every time you play way out of your comfort zone, skillwise or stilistically... It's a mindset and indeed a life long journey.

[@hddrummer8838]

I was so happy seeing Matt talking more than playing. Playing doesn't give you shit in short video lessons like this, it only serves to pump muscles and entertain you, moving away from the important aspect of it "educating you". Better to hear concepts and letting you know whats going on in these monsters heads. wayyy more beneficial to you.

[@matenorth]

+henry diaz couldn't agree more!!!!

[@21uziman]

Comcepssts

[@harrisonfotidrums]

Matt is probably one of the most accurate drummers in terms of applying the stick to the head. Just look at his snare!!!

[@MyMusicalSyn]

It is ridiculously cool of you guys to put these lessons on here for free. Thanks so much for this lesson, among many others!

[@waylenbeare1020]

Watching Matt ramble while jared just watches while mouth breathing has been the highlight of my day

[@GavinOswald]

Am I the only one who just laughs because of how good this is?

[@elasdickband027]

Probably, everyone else is too busy crying and touching themselves.

[@GavinOswald]

elasdickband027 good point.

[@nortongartino4602]

i laughed cause of his drum face

[@jonbob2812]

Gavin Oswald His grooves man..you can't help but just laugh out loud its that good! love that shit :)

[@ABR1fan]

I cry about it.

[@ovi1990]

Haven't you heard? Lars Urlich's "Advanced Jazz Techniques and Power Ballad Grooves" is out!!!

[@IuryBenicio]

kkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkk

[@fleagalisyourdaddy]

Lmao

[@mr.thompson6613]

*Lars Ulrich's advanced snare tune techniques* is now out too!

[@kruzer23]

This dude is a mad scientist/genius. Like completely submerged into the deep math behind the creation of rudiments. Debunking them and creating extra doors for himself.

[@hazardeur]

dude, what kind of deep math are you talking about? the math behind all of this is first grade max, like most muscial instruments. It's just fractions and some divisions and that'ts more or less it. Complicated to play? yes. Complicated in terms of math? not really....I could explain these concepts to a smart first grader and he would understand

[@viraajgupta6047]

@@hazardeur no one asked bruv :) but thanks for your input

[@mrbouncelol]

@@hazardeur Lol for most people arithmetic is difficult and fractions might as well be magic

[@360.Tapestry]

@@hazardeur wow. you are very smart. gold star comment

[@hazardeur]

as i tried to point out, you don't need to be smart for this stuff. but it seems even that went over your head so, obviously, there are exceptions to the rule @@360.Tapestry

[@AustinsVictoriousVLOGs]

Matt Garstka has to be one of my absolute favorite drummers. I love the way he uses linear drumming, limb independence, ghost notes and lots of other crazy techniques that he implements into his music. I think my favorite attribute i like from his drumming is play of beat and off timing and it sounds so good and then he is able to get right back on time. That is absolutely amazing to me. He is another drummer that has inspired me to continue drumming!!! Keep it up man i love your work!!!

[@suniumnova4871]

Its been almost 10 years now Bring him back for another lesson Drumeo. Come on You have to do it !

[@mattwilley5956]

I love how he answers shit, dude is a musical genius

[@empanadasfritas7142]

Matt is explaining how to not to get frustrated and keep going to you real goals. Frstration is one of the most regresive energies in life. If you keep your real goals in mind you can go as far as you want.

[@AndrewlovesBeatles14]

Matt's awkwardness and humor literally makes my heart smile

[@dan0nada754]

hes so fucking goooooood. can't believe ive not seen this one. more than one hour of garstka to watch RIGHT NOW? yeeeeeeeeees

[@citizenunintended]

42:33Good lord, I can't even beatbox that, let alone play it.

[@jaredstancombe6724]

I met Matt after the AAL show in Indianapolis last year. I just came back from a year living in India, and I was still in reverse culture shock, but I drove 2 hours to Indianapolis to watch them play. I discovered AAL shortly before I moved abroad 2 years before, and it was all I listened to abroad. It turns out that they had a trip to Mysore in India a few months before. Matt struck me as an incredibly competent, self-aware, and humble guy who is in love with what he does.

[@dillythebaterista8629]

M = Math a = Ability t = Triplets t = Tempo G = Ghost Notes a = Advanced r = Read s = Subdivisions t = Tutor k = Keep a = Accent These are some key words Matt himself repeatedly mentioned throughout the program. Now give me that copy of the Modern Drummer magazine lol. By the way, thanks very much for this wonderful lesson Drumeo Team. Cheers, Dilly

[@Jahcbo]

Dilly the Baterista m - i a - want t - to t - die

[@trashboy9517]

+sexe snek I choked

[@southpawgrandma4522]

I do so much of what he has said: slow down, repetition, know note values, and plan what you are going to do for practice sessions. I keep a notebook of what I do, BPM for different parts, etc. My practice is two hours max a day (one in AM, one in PM).

[@landerpridgen9512]

Matt makes everything he plays look so easy! He clearly knows what he's doing.

[@eugeniovasquez3780]

drumming is universal like all of our heart pulses. i love you , people who keep drumeo alive! after watching these you tube videos all i want to do is bring my drum kit to the empty parking lot and play to the landscapes in front of me..... :)

[@glud800]

I know it would be very hard to get him, but it would be the most amazing day of my life if I saw on my subscriptions box a lesson with the legend, CARTER BEAUFORD!!!!!!!!!

[@dicknewmann7712]

+Gabriel Ludwick YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@JPitt1070]

+Gabriel Ludwick If not, we can just watch the video lessons he did in the 90's

[@glud800]

Yeah I watch it like every day :)

[@BrainEquation]

Gabriel Ludwick Carter’s lessons can all be found on all the DMB albums live and studio-so humbling! And amazing. But yes.

[@rafaellopez2536]

Universal Function... We need more drummers like him in this world, they have the ability to create methods to get drummers to be better. I just want to kiss his feet honestly.

[@nuke97]

I'm here and I'm a bass player. He's that good.

[@glicko3768]

What?

[@nuke97]

Martin Zetterlund Exactly hahaha.

[@andrewguerrero6497]

+nuke97 Hey me too!

[@3AwesomeLetsPlayers]

+nuke97 guitar player reporting in! He makes me want to start drumming!

[@ege999men8]

even his band doesn't have a bassist

[@AItemusPrime]

Not only did you bring one of my all time favorite drummers on for a lesson but you also got him to perform my favorite song from his band! Bravo, Drumeo! I commend you. The drummers, the teaching, the consistency of the content; all fantastic. Thank you for years of helping me develop my playing.

[@Abysym]

I'm a guitarist, but when I saw animals as leaders live I couldn't take my eyes off Matt. Insane.

Guys, you're makinhg history, both of you Jared and Matt. This video is a moment unique that will last in our memories till the end of our days. Thank you some much for sharing this.

[@DannyBoatright]

jared shaking his head at 43:05. im dying laughing.

[@tomrobb821]

Great lesson. The labelling issue Matt talks about around the 15 minute mark for rudiments and stickings in 3, 5, and 7 has sort of been addressed by Gary Chaffee in his Rhythm and Meter series. The A group stickings are a single followed by any number of doubles, so 3a is RLL or LRR, 5a is RLLRR or LRRLL. The C group is three singles followed by any number of doubles, so 3c is RLR or LRL, 5c is RLRLL or LRLRR, 7c is RLRLLRR or LRLRRLL. Using this method you can make up usable stickings for any number. Really good book series.

[@DrumsTheWord]

Thank you once again Drumeo (and Jared Falk of course) for a superb interview and fascinating insight into this great drummer! I've now watched this whole video twice :) Rob

[@snackarytaylor]

Thanks for the opportunity to win! Matt Gartska rules!!!!

[@deyf1611]

12:17 So he's actually human? But seriously, loved all the humor and the topic in general. And also big thanks for sharing your drumming to the Drumeo-community, Matt!

[@deyf1611]

Sorry, meant 1:12:17

[@leedsdrumacademy]

deyf is he though? Cos that save was unbelievable...

[@kittenassassin]

Matt Garstka has been one of my biggest influences through the past couple months by taking my drumming to the "next level". You gotta love this guy, he is in the top 5 drummers of all time.

[@etrain8885]

I was expecting his voice to be much lower...and british for some reason...

[@armorgiraffe]

I know right? So did I! Haha!

[@julian089]

EthanMayFilms dude met him he's the coolest guy. A total jokester and friendly as hell.

[@julian089]

EthanMayFilms dude met him he's the coolest guy. A total jokester and friendly as hell.

[@91korky]

EthanMayFilms I think he kinda looks like Matt Nicholls from Bring Me The Horizon so that might be where the british side of things came from. I think for someone so beastly on the drums, youd expect a strong deep voice, not a quite one. heheh

[@7caesar7]

EthanMayFilms yup he sound like hishhhhhh

[@iQuincyboy]

I totally loved how Matt clicked his tongue in 7/4 right after being asked about favourite concept :D I also "sang along" with him mimicking "dat riff" from Woven Web. Cheers, Matt and Jared! You're both killin' it!

[@pablogaray7618]

Jared: "...So, Woven Web, what's that?" Matt: "Tukutu ken-gan, Kutukutu ku-tukutuku-tuku ken-gan, kutuku sak-tak-tuk-tak kutukuta..." ROFL! Great lesson! Thank you. :D

[@andydelga]

Pablo Garay jakajajjakajaja

[@valentinolupo4532]

Could you... play it on the drum set? Hahaha

[@taunokekkonen5733]

That's close to konnakol, which really helps break down a complex rhythm. Look it up!

[@aligndesigntile]

11:00 we get into gatta, chi gatta, doo gatta

[@emmyemmanuel3583]

seeing this again after some years and now gaining better and clearer understanding of this lesson makes it one of my favorite in this channel.

[@TheGeorgeH27]

The drummers that have just that one little dot (of the coating missing) on their snare actually really impress me. The fact that they hit basically the same exact spot all the time shows how well they know their kit.

[@therealcouch94]

The coordination that this man has will never cease to bewilder me.

[@stickwithit]

Love your drumming Matt! Thanks for the awesome lesson and thanks to Drumeo for making this public!

[@nayhey8409]

Thank you so much for inviting matt garstka to your show! He's a great musician and my favorite drummer! If no one else wants that signed magazine I'd love to have it haha.

[@HiDefHDMusic]

"Students that focus on playing fast are getting better at playing it wrong" That's actually super funny.

[@Music2myearholes]

Matt's sense of time and dynamic is one of the best.

[@hydrogencarbonate7944]

this guy would be a sick music teacher he cracks me up

[@666nevermore]

i just can't hear him 'be quiet and play drum... I can't really listen to your voice '

[@stevejordan1354]

My playing has improved drastically since studying Matt's techniques, warmups, stickings, phrasing etc. Great method to break a creative slump.

[@TroyDawdy]

Duuude been waiting for this guy for ages. Thanks Drumeo! :D

[@arcadedomination8006]

I'm a guitar player, but I thrive of any musical content available, and this will more than do!

[@KrillSmith]

"Yo Matt!" "Yeah?" "Where do you want this cymbal?" "Is it shiny?" "No." "Put it on the right." "Ok."

[@shannonmccarthy7094]

hahaha well spotted!

[@Kingding6]

quite the juxtaposition in his playing and voice. So soft spoken and yet a monster player. Fantastic video!!

[@batako0o]

I have been waiting for this! thanks Drumeo... im going to make some pop corns :P

[@ememekpo3066]

This is what i call real drumming! Weldone....

[@andrewyka]

Matt Garstka!!! Young Talent+his Great teacher in Berkley Sands so good.

[@FededeDiosDrums]

28:35 the eternal loop of matt saying math. its like "he says it once thats a shot"

[@jalen2467]

I've been spending forever learning the breakout moment in Mind = Spun. Matt Garstka is insanely good and there's so much to learn from him

[@FrVallC59]

lol, that voice! i wasn't expecting that. Great lesson matt, love ur drumming

[@BoomerMusicCompany]

I'm late to the Matt Garstka party but I'm glad I finally made it! WOW! WOW! WOW! Love this guys playing and he seems like he would be nice to just talk to. Wonderful playing!

[@22222Sandman22222]

Man I love Matt's quirky talking style

[@emfbat]

I love drums, and love my engineering major. I know my opinion may be bias, but i think that the kind of scientific method--ish approach is the best way to progress if one's goal is to be able to play any kind of music. This guy has a profound philosophical knowledge of drumming. this video, one hour or so long, is more helpful than my last six months. i Think the world of drumming needs more guys with this approach. Thanks a lot drumeo. keep it up!

[@rockdahaus]

Great lesson! And now... bring Danny Carey or Gavin Harrison! ;-)

[@Hyperiontje]

rockdahaus yes!!!!

[@TheBandFake]

rockdahaus Good luck getting Danny. He's probably somewhere trying to reach 46&2.

[@citylights2765]

They did bring Gavin! ^_^

[@tonydir5673]

Drumeo kicks major ass for getting all these great musicians words cannot express the gratitude I have

[@Granolie]

This comment section: 2% talking about the actual video and discussing the player. 98% "INVITE -insert drummer- LOL OMG PLZ"

[@Charlyfromthenuclearcity]

but they shoud bring danny carey srsly !!!!!!!!!!!!! As much as I love Animals As Leaders, I'm not a fan of Matt Gartska at all, neither for his sound and his groove. But what a beast ! Technically this is mind blowing.

[@cheezruff]

Yes true- Matt is a gold mine of depth and every one is ignoring this opportunity and talking about other drummers. SMH

[@jeremyschiesser6730]

Matt is top notch. His velocity control is insane. A quality i think many over look.

[@TheBrickCraftsman]

That precision mark on his snare. God damn.

[@einhander4827]

Matt Garstka seriously changed the game on intellectual drumming.

[@danielmezadrums]

I wish he said "mental math" one more time at 28:40

[@antoinepaine8097]

Daniel Meza 😂😂😂

[@GorcStew]

loooool

[@Sam-dm8vh]

hahaaa

[@geoffcasias9367]

Transcribing method!! This technique helped me out on a whole musical level on many instruments. DO IT!!

[@Commissar]

Invite Travis Orbin to do a lesson, please.

[@blakewarrens3925]

YES

[@CartoonTheory]

good idea...

[@hedhuntervizo6749]

Agreed

[@JerryTravis]

I'm so glad you guys got Matt in here. He's easily one of my favorite drummers.

[@thesleepytime]

Matt garstka's metaphors are like smooth gravy on a bed of mashed potatoes

[@jeff-9608]

There slick as cat shit on a linoleum floor.

[@JeffreyMulac8]

Another great reason why Animals as Leaders is a major force in music. the musicianship is just off the charts.

[@ND-iz6dd]

28:40 32:43 42:36 XD 53:23

[@bishopoftroy]

He is a great teacher because he talks systems and because he talks them from your level not his and that makes it relatable. Awesome character.

[@sidaque8374]

Can you guys please do a lesson with "anup sastry" asdrummer2008 I really want it to happen!! He's a kickass drummer! :) cheers!

[@mystuffandthings]

Thank you so much Drumeo and Matt, you guys are awesome!

[@JoaoFerreira-fx3xp]

Now we need one of these with Alex Rudinger

[@jacobwright4653]

João Ferreira yes!!!!

[@hedhuntervizo6749]

Yup

[@jubankta1627]

wow matt is great and seems like a cool dude he simplifies the complex and explains things in a round about way but so u can understand.....EXCELLENT DRUMMER!!!!

[@JoniAsag]

I was kinda upset when I heard that Navene is out of AAL and Matt is gonna fill his place. Saw him live and still was not sure if he was the right choice for this (despite guys like troy wright), but this video just blew every thoughts away. All hail Garstka, jesus christ. This guy is nuts! Gave me a complete new view on my drumming, practice and music understanding. Even I know you will/can't comment on my text, I wish you the very best mate. Keep it up Matt, you're the best. Makes me wanna go to Berklee really hard.

[@CrisRYMER]

I'm a guitarist and both my drummer and I enjoyed this lesson and learnt so much from it, thank you guys!

[@TheNuncFluens]

That flying stick in the final song hit the crash on time lol.

[@juancarloscazares1044]

This is just awesome! One of my favorite modern drummers, his style is pretty unique.

[@jesseshepard2324]

'i still gotta work on it' wtf he metric modulated the shit out of 7/4 at 220 bpm and he's still not satisfied 😂 fml

[@ThalisUmobi]

Got to know Animals as Leaders because of this video. I'm addicted now. Totally blew my mind.

[@camdrake3773]

not only is he phenomenal drummer, he makes the best drum faces :P

[@Alex-ms1tt]

I remember the first time I heard Matt's voice, I didn't expect that it be so high pitched

[@peschernuy]

Gojira drumer!!! Pleeeeeeeeeees))) Thank for this monster too)

[@miikaroysko9591]

yeah Mario would be great :D

[@theblindspot985]

one of my favorite drummers :)

[@btownshreds1]

120% backed. But I bet drumeo won't because he's so underrated, not as flashy and he lives in France. Mario is one of my favorite drummers ever.

[@miikaroysko9591]

I love playing gojiras drums but it's hard to understand how he plays all that stuff so a lesson from him would be a lifesaver

[@btownshreds1]

@carana R I can teach you easily. Free. Email me [e-mail]

[@Samford404]

Matt Garstka's teenager voice helps alot he seems so nice and friendly that you gotta hear what he has to say yes or yes.

[@JoeNocella]

Sonny Emory's lesson was one of the best.

[@GermanSnipe14]

Easy there, Kanye.

[@arguy2021]

GermanSnipe14 ^^^ you win the internet...

[@HunterJBlackDrums]

He doesn't play ONE ghost note that is written in the Lippincott groove at 40:00. I'm surprised no one has commented and been a keyboard warrior (It's the last invert before the 32nd notes). Matt Garstska is easily the most talented drummer of our generation. Can't wait to see what he has accomplished in 20 years!

[@thequadreneffect1035]

"Learn to read!!, Do it.... " -Matt Garstka 2015

[@James.Kalis.]

This man is a drum God .. One of the best drummers ever

[@Gamebred-Nightmare]

How many times did Matt say "You know?" Lol. Superb lesson btw!

[@Stavros_Meggos]

And cats too! Cats, cats, cats! Haha

[@harryplaysdrums]

Mike Johnston and JP Bouvet for Drumeo.

[@Nevermind2004x]

Matt Garstka is simply the best new-gen drummer out there.

[@joromark]

somebody's been listening to early Meshuggah You guys should do one with Tomas Haake