How are POLYRHYTHMS useful?

[@BrandonScottDrums]

Hope you enjoyed this discussion/lesson! I forget this is a drum channel sometimes. :) Comment below what kind of content you'd like to see more of!

[@MrTresayhey]

So, we know your history with drums in the video you did talking about how they have been a part of your life. I would LOVE to see a video about all the different types of genres you've played and what you've gotten from each genre of music. I believe the difference between a drummer and a musician is the ability to adapt and use the tools you have amassed over the years for each genre. A drummer might be able to play the world's fastest blast beats, but they aren't going to be playing it in a worship setting. (Please prove me wrong in this because I would love to bring my double bass to church 😂😂) All that to say, you are a VERY experienced musician and I would like to know how different genres of music have influenced you, not necessarily particular drummers. (Although I realize that they can be one and the same) Thank you again for your content, it simply just makes me want to be better at my craft!

[@lucaslindley4210]

Would love to see you build more drums. Those are some of my favorite videos of yours and would thoroughly enjoy seeing more of them

[@BrandonScottDrums]

@Trevor S What a great suggestion man! I've definitely gone through my fair share of genres over time, from punk, metal, prog rock to jazz fusion, and now I like lo-fi. 😂 Pretty crazy how musical taste changes over time but as a drummer it DEFINITELY helps to learn as much as possible. I'll give this one some thought. Thanks for the suggestion!

[@BrandonScottDrums]

@@lucaslindley4210 I wanna build a stave snare drum out of skateboards... Like a mini 8" snare drum that could double as a high tom lol I want to try and create that tight trap snare sound.

[@jonathonelkins6442]

Your editing and explanations always take me back to the days of elementary and Jr. High when we'd watch Bill Nye in science class. For me, you're the Bill Nye of drumming education. THAT is the collaboration and video we all want and need. I feel like there's some drum science (not sure what) that could be discussed or discovered. Listen...I know this isn't a very realistic expectation...but you asked the fans!

[@MrMonkeydrummer]

I got all the joy on tool albums via walking to work 2 miles. Accountant colleagues thought I was mad, 20 years later I'm still an Accountant, they may have been right! Bugger, oh well, drumming is never a waste of time. Love your work man.

[@BrandonScottDrums]

I just imagine you walking to work on beat with all the tool odd times signatures... 😂 You'd be tap dancing, People will think you're a spaz! lol Thanks for watching and dropping a comment! Cheers!

[@JTSsec]

Fun fact, Justin mentions coming up with his rythms while walking with his dogs!

[@SNIX1030]

This guy is the one the best editor . Dude just look at his animation and camera quality .

[@LoudPaul1]

i dont see it lol

[@SNIX1030]

Oh . He took it back

[@LoudPaul1]

@@SNIX1030 lmao

[@williamperri3437]

100

[@SNIX1030]

@@LoudPaul1 lol

[@BlackArtBMX]

MAN that editing is so damn good, how the music stays in the background and the demonstrations blend into it perfectly! What a brilliant way to demo different rhythms!

[@RahilMittal]

This level of quality can't be found anywhere else on KZbin you're a king👑

[@spawnage170]

1) I literally have that book, and have never opened it 2) It was super smooth how you edited your playing to be in time with the background music. Nice touch!

[@BrandonScottDrums]

1.) I knew it. 2.) I stumbled across the idea while editing and am glad you noticed & appreciated it.

[@christopherkoa9512]

ive been drumming for 24 years and you just made my day, you made polyrhythms understandable for me, thank you

[@mart34]

As a drummer, play some polyrythms on a piano over some basic chords. I tried it once in front of a number of musicians, and they were intrigued as they'd never seen someone play the piano like it before. They had a puzzled look as they tried to figure out what I was doing.

[@josegarza7428]

The editing makes this just so much easier to learn thank you for making this video

[@firas_mestiri]

Very creative way of explaining this , and loving the production quality as usual

[@imdrifter534]

It’s true! Thank you for saying it! As a newbie on a drum kit I love the nature of clear teaching and was certain I was misunderstanding how swung tempo works until this clarification. - thanks Brandon!

[@PHjerdove]

The Animation 🤩 It just looks to good 😊

[@rubenspoolder3567]

I learned this by playing a 6/8 slowblues beat. Kick on 1, snare on 4. Then i forced myself to keep the kick and snare in the same spot and imagine what the ride would do in 4/4. Its a cool thing to do in the bridge of a ballad song or to give the final guitar solo some extra lift

[@anmolsoni8783]

The video editing part makes it more fine to understand the concept of polyrhythm, thankyou and nicely done.

[@BrandonScottDrums]

Glad it helped!

[@Velly_drums]

The way you not only explain it but also use the graphics are super helpful understanding this stuff!! Oh and the pedal you made is literally art,well done!!

[@Ray-eq1kh]

Bro. With your videos you are raising the bar in quality for all drum content creators. Excellent editing and excellent explanation!

[@kilian5923]

High-school band has helped with triplets alot. I've never had a problem seamlessly switching between them

[@akoaykilalamo]

Channel is so damn underrated..

[@adctm]

Man, I don't even play drums but still I find your content amazing

[@coiLz0r911]

Couldn't believe when you played on top of the background music like that. Some of the best drum content out there.

[@lonekare]

Amazing video bro, cant wait till your viral. The value and quality of the video is insane, loved that you used the backing track during your talking as the example. Made the whole learning process and understanding the idea communicated so much easier. Keep this up bro doing amazing!

[@markusmeiser]

great video :) just a small explanatory addition: the different fundamental subdivisions are defined not only by their quantity per quarter note but also the fact that they're evenly spaced amongst each quarter note. 1:51 so if you want to play triplets for example, you not only have to play 3 notes per quarter note (since e.g. two 16th-notes + one 8th note would also be three notes within a quarter note, without them being triplets) but also time them evenly.. as you did, but I thought it would helpful to mention that :) 3:20 also to avoid possible confusion for beginners I would always recommend to not use the same syllable counts for triples like you use for 8ths & 16ths. Even if it's probably usually distinguishable from the given context Counting 8ths 1 + 2 + 3 + 4 + and 16ths 1e+a2e+a3e+a4e+a fits, since the "+"s are the same, but if you then count triplets with 1 + a 2 + a 3 + a 4 + a that could confuse some people who are just starting, especially younger music students, since e.g. the "+" is not the same beat as the "+" from the 8ths & 16ths - like shown at 4:32 (where you then used "&") just my 2 cents :)

[@BrandonScottDrums]

Thanks for the feedback! Yeah I’ve just always counted triplets that way but I see how it can get confusing. There’s too many ways to go about things with the drums. I just do my best with these vids lol. Thanks for watching and giving helpful tips! 🙌🏼

[@MikeyDew72]

Totally agree, I find that counting triplets is easier when you use the actual word: 1 trip-let 2 trip-let etc.

[@paulrose343]

Absolutely! I believe that each place on the grid should have a unique and specific name. For example, if I describe the note to be on the "and of two " that is different than it being on the " trip of two".

[@wmbmatt]

Haha having gone through the mastering time course for the last 2 years I felt like I might not learn anything from this video, but alas, I see how a herta slowed down is a 3 over 4 pattern. Something simple but bells went off. Thank you brotha

[@Astronomynatureandmusic]

What makes this video stand out for me / next to your relaxed style / is the animations. Spot on, showing the drums as a passing timeline. G.r.e.a.t

[@usernaame316]

this whole video is like a melody, it felt so satisfying and relaxing for my brain while i was actually learning! imma play it again just because it's so nice and flowing idk how to explain it haha thank you for putting all the effort into it, it's well worth it!

[@realdjango43]

I‘m in love with your videos. Well explained and the editing is on point. Really makes me want to play the drums all the time. Keep it up!

[@NiclasMcl]

Normally i dont comment! But dude! your quallity is on Point. Editing, Kamera, Audio.... I am a Drum Teacher by myself since 5 Years and watch tons of drum vids but your quality is outstanding. Keep it up!

[@joelisaac2242]

omg man brandon...ur video editing is legit bro great work:)

[@mrtgsy]

I have zero chance of ever playing drums but man I love your videos.

[@Profmillar]

Clear, concise, and short. Amazing work man. I admire your work tons.

[@marlon_fm]

One of the best approaches I ever seen about polyrhythms. This channel deserves 1 M subs asap.These animations are getting really pro Brandon and they are awesome.

[@bodabodaguy3193]

Whenever I’m tapping along to a song or beat I like to subdivide my tapping whit the use of polyrhythms to get some nice metric modulation going. It’s always a fun time

[@DarkpumA787]

Editing is mad. Doing a great job as always Brandon!

[@chrisd8692]

Hey Brandon, funny you posted a polyrhythm video. I was just thinking about them today, and if I could play 3/4 polyrhythm, but with my left hand doing 3, and my right hand playing essentially a paradiddle. Haven’t tried it yet, this gave me inspo

[@joshuaola-oluwa7777]

Really have to follow Brandon closely this year 😤😌... Always learn alot from your videos. Do you have a paid class for beginners?

[@continuousinc5182]

You always make a great vibes. Keep smiling 😁

[@petriburger5359]

Hands down the best illustration ive ever seen!! It will stay with me till the last beat!!

[@DaveYsraelSanJuan]

Bro just pls make more videos. I like chilling while learning with your tutorials. Feels just like your friend or neighbor hanging out while learning. That's the Brandon vibe w quality content guys. 💪

[@Derekistan]

Brilliant editing. Relating the subs to walking what a great way to explain it to a beginner.

[@MrSmoocher01]

Thank….very well explained especially with animation.

[@righteous_lute6194]

The second he mentioned the turn signal I literally screamed 😆, no bro your not the only one

[@zChigs]

Dude. I love your content man. My band fucks with a lot of polyrhythms. Only thing I need to know is what kind of ride you have… its godly. Also; check ‘Polygondwanaland’ by the band “King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard”. Please.

[@BrandonScottDrums]

I’m using a Meinl 22” Benny Greb Sand Ride!! (Not the crash ride) it is very godly.

[@zChigs]

@@BrandonScottDrums Thanks for your reply man! Keep up the good stuff. And yeah. You should check out that band! Haha

[@thebaronarpa6232]

Look how the 'snare man' animation walks make prove how seriois brandon to share this knowledge. I love your work man, I really apreciate it

[@jobje325]

Was really hoping to get some insights into 15-11 polyrhythms but maybe that’s for next the video. Loved the great editing and the clear explanation

[@theartvan1883]

Animation looks amazing! Also definitely not alone every time my turn signal comes on its wheel drumming time

[@williamperri3437]

All I saw was, "this is how triplets feel" and I knew it was you before I scrolled down! You and Josh Merhar put out some of the best instructional videos on KZbin. BTW, welcome to Philadelphia! You should meet me at 9th and Washington sometime for a burrito. Prima. Best burrito in Philly. Also, you gotta look up the drummer of Philadelphia drum company if you're not already friends with him. Ethan Feinstein. He's definitely no question a good drummer but his band is phenomenal. "Out of the beard space." The guitar player, cat on the keys and bass player anybody would want to jam with. He's got a bunch of videos posted on his Facebook I watched this weekend. If you like burritos 9th and Washington is the spot!

[@WatchesnguitarsDK]

Crazy production value and very informative!

[@adctm]

Dude, came back here to say that this video helped me to play a passage in a Debussy's piece for piano. Probably, if I hadn't watched it a few days ago, I wouldn't have realized I was in front of a 3:2 polyrhythm on the sheet music. Thanks!

[@InSyncDrums]

So much effort was put into this bro! And it's amazing!!!!

[@noneofyourbusiness614]

Bro.... the Blinker thing... we all know its SO true.

[@lucianodutto]

The King! I couldn believe that you werent in drumeos awards! 🤨

[@MrDarkstar620]

Hey Brandon. Intermediate cat here. Great video. I was hoping, however, for more elaboration on how polyrhythms are useful in musical context. This felt more like a tutorial/intro into grasping the concept itself. Great video once again. :)

[@Tekkerue]

You are certainly not alone in using the turn signal like a click track. In fact, I'm creating a metronome app and a turn signal was a MUST sound for me to include in it. 😅

[@joeytwopairs5649]

Yes dude, finally another blinker junglist, im so happy im not the only one that amen's the blinker!

[@rileyhiggins3028]

Can we all appreciate that this is the most perfect thumbnail ever!!

[@DavidAlvesWeb]

Hey Brandon! Serious talk... have you considered doing a video course on creating thumbnails and/or video editing? Because you're great at it and I know how much you enjoy every single one of those little details you make. Think about it! I'm sure a lot of people would want something like that I would buy it tomorrow! 😎

[@honzakalnik]

You are definitelly not alone with the turn signal, bro! 😀

[@bfsvariado]

I like the editing of your videos. Very good work!

[@woody4269]

Love your explanations Brandon. Josh Dunn is excellent at switching the pulse. 🍻

[@MatthewSwasta]

I'm a guitar player, program some drum, and I found this very informative, and entertaining...thanks

[@vishalishwar]

Yup, you're not alone, Brandon. The turn signal in the car is my click too.

[@Dakota-cz5od]

I don't know a single thing about drums but I do know your kit sounds incredible

[@themennissvids]

Banger video! Highly recommend checking out the relationship between triplets and quintuplets (5:3 polyrhythm) if you want to push that Dillaesque wonk further.

[@dannylugojr3428]

You know if you check out some salsa music, you can hear in the percussion they do a lot of this. Thanks for the content !!

[@realitykicksin8755]

I like my own excersize playing with hands alternating 4, 5 and 6th notes on full beat with my r/foot. The fun of the 5ths is that you cn alternate Left / Right on half the beat.

[@drumming4p]

Visuals; explanations are... as always clear and sharp.. spot on ❤👍

[@BrandonScottDrums]

Thank you! I'm a visual learner so I'm glad these animations seem to help others as well. Thanks for watching!

[@tylerssadler]

I got messed up when I learned triplets. I was taught to always accent the one and count them tri-pl-et when playing them. Which taught me them quick as a kid. But I still have problems today playing them without an accent on one, or even moving the accents around while playing triplets.

[@a.j.wilkes6352]

Fantastic video. I find the 3/2 hard to feel especially trying to get that shuffle to work, the irony being "Not Difficult" is like the perfect rhythm for tapping it out.

[@jovelard]

Bro i just found you and your vid quality is crazy high, u can tell alot of work and thought goes into your videos. I hope u get the recognition u deserve🤞🤞

[@PeterKudelin]

pretty sick how the music in the background matches with what hes playing

[@doodlebob3758]

2:16 That was a funny way out of having to play in 7. Respect.

[@joshualemondrums]

Thanks this was very helpful! I think it would be really cool to see you do a drum reaction video. Your super funny and I think you would be really good at it! Much love 🙏

[@TPain79lawguy]

Excellent and useful instruction - thank you.

[@YaMbIc]

7:26 I am like you. Have the book, rarely ever opened it.

[@l1nk987]

I figured out a different version of swung notes, Love of my Life by Santana, pretty sure Carter Beauford played on the song, anyway, I figured out there were swung notes on the hihats and kick, I transcribed the groove on Sibelius and figured out they’re dotted 32nd notes, it suddenly clicked. To swing notes, simply add dot to them, I could be wrong, just the way I figured them out :) and btw I play patterns to my cars click as well! Lol

[@DcDustin1515]

Great lesson! You're such an amazing teacher

[@DeadDad1]

Another excellent video! Also, you're definitely not alone the turn signal is always a click track for me.

[@ChrisInmanDrums]

Hope you don’t mind if I steal the info in this video to explain the usefulness of polyrhythms to a student whom I’m trying to get interested them! This was awesomely broken down. I’ll give credit where it’s due of course, send them here as a reference… an extra view for you there, so hopefully you don’t mind 😜

[@BrandonScottDrums]

DUDE I don’t mind at all THATS WHY I MADE THE VIDEO!!! Hope it helps out! 🙏🏼👊🏼

[@LeonarBolt]

Every drummer makes a groove on his steering wheel, I felt that 100%

[@venyahudson5917]

Wow, dude you are amazing!

[@mfcfbro]

I'm glad I'm not the only one to tap out a drum and bass groove every time I turn my turn signal on. lol

[@standuley1312]

No you're not alone on the turn signal.😂 I love grooving to different beats with it.

[@asabrown1430]

Thanks for this Brandon. Been wanting a more concrete approach to Dilla stuff. Long time sub, love all the posts keep ‘em comin’ 🙏🏾🤘🏾✌🏾

[@Aipguy99]

Yep love this. Philly love too, thanks for the lesson

[@danielhlynianchuk7767]

Awesome video man! Love it, wanna see a follow up to the neighbor situation are they still as loud?

[@tionunez1854]

Love your videos, Brandon. Not only you´re a great, tasty drummer but you´re also very entertaining and your videos look just soooooo coooool. Keep up this amazing work, man!!!

[@quentinmorales]

This editing... so musical

[@footsoljier6468]

I actually have that book, I call it the blue book. I use it a lot because I still suck with rudiments

[@robertfennis6088]

For this specific polyrhythm check The Contortionist's song Language I: intuition. Its filled with the 4/3 polyrhythm

[@-LTUIiiin]

Love the upstairs setup... Lol

[@joldent5333]

Love your stuff dude. Keep doing what ya doing.

[@TreasureTrain]

my car blinkers might be my most used metronome tbh

[@giacomotressino4480]

Hey Brandon, what's the music that starts at 1:06, it's so beautiful! By the way I love the videos that you make, so good to watch. Thanks for making! Sorry for my bad english, I'm Italian😅

[@BrandonScottDrums]

It’s called “foyer - (feat. musaka)” by Yestalgia. I got it from Artlist.io basically a royalty free subscription service. They have DOPE tunes that you can use in your videos without getting copyright strikes lol Thanks for watching!!!

[@giacomotressino4480]

@@BrandonScottDrums great thanks for answering! Stay awesome man

[@pluglife7381]

You gotta feel the groove!

[@Invontor]

Top tier vid as always!

[@tejass1155]

Dropping a comment for the alg! First time watcher (and new sub) here!

[@robordm]

Came for the polyrhythms, Starship convinced me to subscribe.

[@james22939]

I love this so much hope your doing okay

[@robertfennis6088]

Check a lot of Dave Weckls stuff on Synergy and rhythm of the soul stuff. He switches back and forth all the time

[@tonykos]

Oh, man, you did such a great job! I wonder how much time did you spend to master all these beats and tracks together