How to Play Cajon - Cajon Groove Guide

[@philking9165]

As someone who's been playing the cajon for nearly 5 years at this stage, this is perhaps the best tutorial video I've come across - crisp, clear instruction with quality drumming to boot - definitely going to take a lot of this to heart - cheers Ross

[@jdavid15]

I am a guitar player and I've always wanted to play the drums and never really had the space. I just built my first cajon and can't get enough. Your videos along with "play cajon" videos, have helped so much. Thanks so much!

[@Adrian-dl9nb]

The fact that you built it sounds really interesting. Does it have strings?

[@figotcow8894]

omw!! same thing mate

[@TheMrREVOlutionary]

Alright, I gotta agree with everybody else here. In my opinion, and this is saying allot, you are by far the best tutorialist on KZbin for the Cajon! And there's a lot of good people here to, so absolutely no lack of respect for anybody. You just have a real passion that is easy to see and understand. Plus how you word things and explain stuff really makes it easy to get something out of your videos! I just got my first Cajon and used to have some very limited drum experience about 4 years ago, but have played other instruments as well. However, this is my favorite by far! I have less than 45 min on the Cajon and can already play a pretty good tempo in 1/16 notes with the rock beat. Not saying much, but I already see potential to really have some serious fun! Also got an alright start to the finger roll. :) I love your videos and you need to keep going! Thank you Ross for the awesome tutorials! All thumbs up!

[@rosslmccallum]

Devyn Jackson I just wanted reply again to say thank you so much for the support (a KZbin glitch deleted all my old comments). How are you going with cajon now?

[@pedanes]

Totally agreed.

[@dhairyagupta7298]

Well that was hella fast reply ( after 4 years) !!

[@rosslmccallum]

Haha yeah I’ve had to re-reply to so much that got deleted. But I’m happy you’re still here.

[@ianwilson5205]

Recently bought one of these for our church, never tried before but this video is so encouraging and well put together. Many thanks!!

[@jamesbrixey8102]

Same!

[@Quanifer_the_quacker]

Doing the same tonight!

[@fifthookmedia]

seriously, this is the most informative, concise, clean, simple, and absolutely the best Cajon tutorial I have found! Great job!

[@WORLDDRUMCLUB]

Excellent instructional video with lots of musicality. Appreciate your work.

[@rosslmccallum]

Thank you very much! I really like your channel too.

[@SpiffingTurk]

I just started playing a cajon just to jam with my acoustic friend group so that I could be more comfortable. I play drums fir the past 7 years now and thanks dude love the vid .. helped a lot

[@mudsharksurfrock]

I agree with Michael Thierry, you have the best and easiest to follow cajon lessons. My husband just built me a cajon and the internet is my only access to a teacher. Good job and a huge thanks for making these lessons available.

[@markosmands9]

I am very amateur percussionist, playing the congas for a couple of months now, and I am the proud owner of a cajon for just a couple of days. This video really gave me the path of how to start building some skill and get the most out of this awesome instrument. Kudos and thank you very much for this brilliant video!!!!!!!

[@rosslmccallum]

Thanks so much and welcome to the channel! Great to hear about your new cajon too. Feel free to comment on any of my videos whenever you have questions etc.

[@minhtuanmt1ify]

This is the best cajon tuto I have ever watched. Thanks for sharing.

[@WORLDDRUMCLUB]

Nice finger technique for the cajon. It's great to see people expanding the approach to playing this popular drum.

[@matheusferraz486]

what a great course, im a singer and a guitarist and bought a cajon just because i love the sound of it. So excited to start this is my first lesson, you did a GREAT JOB thank you, im gonna recommend your channel for all my fellow musicians who want to learn the cajon!

[@rosslmccallum]

Thanks! I’m happy I could help get you started on the journey. Have a great day!

[@soulsurfsublime]

I just ordered my first Cajon! I am totally stoked! I can't wait to try this! I've been playing guitar for 23 years and have decided to delve into drumming with the Cajon! Ross you are the man!

[@TangoDownOIF]

I just bought the meinl makah burl cajon for my church. I'm actually a trumpet payer. I play trumpet in the morning service with a full band. in the evening service though, it is only 1 acoustic guitar and it lacks a lot. I thought I'd get this and learn some beats to spice up the music and make it sound more full. I absolutely love this cajon video. It has made me realize that it's not impossible. some of the things you were doing like the thing at the top of the cajon. I believe it was a fill with both hands at the top. it's all plenty for worship music with one guitar. I a not going to stop there. I love this thing. I'm going to get really good and join some other styles of music and perform and really have some fun. thank you for the video. keep them coming please.

[@TangoDownOIF]

I actually took it back and the the LP Americana series cajon. it has a much deeper low energy it seems and a more crisp snare. This cajon is fantastic. it has some small nicks in the faceplate, but in great shape. it's a tad smaller then the meinl cajons. Fantastic cajon. I wish this version had the choice to drop the snares off and just get the natural sound of the box with no sizzle. I've only seen one like that though. any tips and tricks to advance quick besides what you put in this video. Please excuse the typos. I'm doing this on my phone.

[@breno._.oliver7480]

WOWW MAN!! JESUS!!! THIS BASS ON THE END, TAKE ME AWAY!!! ITS AMAZING!!!

[@AlanKey86]

Hi Ross, Just wanted to say that I've been watching your videos for the past few weeks and I think you're a fantastic teacher. I like how your advanced lessons are genuinely advanced, as most cajon channels on KZbin seem to stick to pretty basic stuff. Thanks for all your videos and I look forward to seeing the next one! Alan

[@rosslmccallum]

AlanKey86 Hey just wanted to reply to you again to say thanks for the support! A KZbin glitch deleted my old comments. How are you going with the cajon now?

[@ferrydrums99]

I just started playing a couple of days ago (I've been a drummer for 8 years) and this video also helped me to know how I can apply my drumming skills here and there without getting out of "the cajon playing", nice video man! Cheers!

[@hercavotica]

and so this is how you teach someone to play drum... great guide!

[@Attock963]

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[@allisonosullivan6095]

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[@livestats7578]

drum is a whole different thing

[@channel_B5]

@@livestats7578 a cajon IS a drum

[@labhishakya5096]

Really it worked, Fruitful session for beginner like me & hope to be the part of Cajon Groove Guide. Thanks

[@niacingrooves2998]

I keep coming back here for inspiration! The opening jam is insane! Thank you for the lesson Ross!

[@nickmaden87]

Just got my Cajon today, absolute beginner, and this is a perfect video to get me started, thanks very much Ross!

[@wdalts]

One of the best tutorials I've seen so far in the music category

[@aweksaya]

hey ross.. thank you so much.. u've not just made me understand on the cajon.. i managed to apply the same technics on my drumming as well.. greetings from malaysia..

[@Adrian-dl9nb]

Ross: I've been watching your channel for some time, but now I decided to seriously learn cajon every Sunday - so I'm progressively learning this playlist and having a lot of fun with it. Hopefully and with the right effort, I will have learned how to play an instrument by the end of the playlist. Cheers!

[@rosslmccallum]

Yeah that's great! Keep me updated as you :-)

[@Ljbond1123]

Your cajon videos are clearly the best ones on KZbin! From one artist to another, keep doing what you're doing! Music is the only way we can heal this broken world!

[@GypsyEncounters]

Bravo!! This video is REALLY approachable and gives even the lamest of lamens (me, before i clicked this video) a solid foundation to work on and a fighting chance.

[@rosslmccallum]

Thank you so much for the great feedback. Glad you're off to a good start with cajon! If you're interested, I have a new video coming out tonight. It's a collaboration with a fantastic acoustic guitarist. Here's a link for later :-) kzbin.info/www/bejne/laPUhXiKpciBqKM

[@domimusic3499]

Thank you very much for the teaching . I'm just a beginner and I'm very glad to watch your videos. Take care...

[@ashleenkearns3486]

New to the cajon. Ross has really explained this step by step and made it clear and easy to understand! Now just to put it all into practice. Thanks Ross

[@rosslmccallum]

Very happy to be of service!

[@cicloviajerosporsuramerica8344]

Simply THE BEST introduction, explaining and teaching I have seen so far, great job!

[@rosslmccallum]

Thanks so much! Glad it came across well.

[@rosslmccallum]

Hey thanks for watching! 😁 There’s now a 260 page eBook that goes with the Cajon Method 1.1 course. It's full of easy-to-read notation, practice tips and more. If you're interested, please consider joining the class. kzbin.infojoin Thank you! ❤️

[@aqibivan1506]

Thanks Ross I am learning Cajon and your videos are so helpful.

[@rosslmccallum]

Happy to help!

[@deepanshuchaudhary8616]

I am not able to find pdf :( Btw your videos are very helpful (:

[@alinazari4379]

Sorry, I can't find PDFs. Where are they?

[@rosslmccallum]

Ali Nazari hello I hope you’re doing well. It’s a membership perk on my channel. Check out the link here if you’d like to join :-) kzbin.infojoin

[@jkyles1000]

You sound fantastic. This would be so perfect for sitting in a living room with two acoustic guitars and a bass guitar--and where volumes revolve around vocals with no mics. Very cool!

[@havenirmusic]

Just bought a Cajon yesterday. This is a fantastic video. Great teacher!!

[@tweetingtweets18]

This tutorial helped me so much. One of my friends is going to show me how to play the cajon and this video helped me be more confident in trying it out. Thanks so much.

[@tweetingtweets18]

I know, I will :)

[@erreth.]

Hi Ross, Thank you so much your help. I´m a begginer playing and I have learned a lot with your tutorials. You are a fantastic teacher!! Best regards from Spain!!

[@MeNtaL_kAse428]

Got one last Saturday... Thank you for your influence in the instructional videos..

[@rosslmccallum]

Welcome! Happy you’re liking my channel.

[@ron93104]

this is the best Cajon tutorial I have watched till now. And trust me I have literally digged up KZbin for Cajon tutorials. So thank you, I appreciate it.

[@rosslmccallum]

Wow that’s super nice of you to say and I’m glad I could get you that extra step forward with playing the instrument! If you ever have questions, just ask 😀

[@ron93104]

Definitely sir. All the love to you from india. You're doing a commendable job. Please do keep it up for budding musicians like us. It's said that You are what you think. And you are definitely a gem of a person. Be safe amidst this pandemic, all the regards to your loved ones.

[@rosslmccallum]

Same to you! Have a happy and safe holiday 👍

[@skullkid112]

You blew me away with that finger roll. Dang.

[@rosslmccallum]

It takes some work but can make for some nice rhythms!

[@thedrumman64]

Excellent lesson! I've been playing drum kit for 17 years, but this is a great Cajon intro for someone like me. Cheers!

[@israelsprince]

Yours are the best Cajon tutorials by far. Thank you. This helps a lot.

[@indiansabertheband]

Michael Thierry

[@TheMitchYouKnow]

Hi Ross. I'd just like to say, that from a fellow percussionist, that what you have going for ya on this channel is great! You have good playing skill and have helped to talk me into getting a cajon, and I love it! The drum set with the cajon as the bass works out really well too. Great stuff.

[@sameenakausar1020]

Just one word for your tutorials "Awesome " I loved the way you made it sound so easy and simple. Henceforth , I'll watch all your tutorials and follow the instructions ,till I learn to play a cajon . Thanks a lot for sharing your knowledge on playing cajon !

[@rosslmccallum]

It’s gonna be an exciting journey! Thanks for your comment. I’m looking forward to helping you along the way.

[@sameenakausar1020]

Thanks Ross ! Will definitely look forward to take your guidance whenever I get stuck. Today i practiced till the 16th note but at a very slow speed. i do not have a cajon, hence i improvised the wooden base of my sofa set into a cajon to practice the beats. Once i get used to synchronizing both my hands, i would buy a cajon. I'm basically a guitar player but recently developed interest in playing cajon. Thanks once again for these wonderful videos. Will watch them one by one as I progress in learning cajon. Today was my first day and I really enjoyed playing.. Thanks once again !

[@evetui]

Dude You make the cajon sound like an actual instrument and not like a independent local acoustic band with a wannabe drummer. You make me consider gettin one for myself, great vídeo.

[@rosslmccallum]

That’s why I love playing it! It’s something so simple but deep. You have to give it the same time you give any instrument before it will really respond in a musical way. I hope you get into playing it :-)

[@rodterrell304]

Nice, I like the way you break it down to the basic elements of the instrument. Thanks and keep it coming

[@punity]

That was an amazing lesson! I'm thinking of saving for a Cajon so I can buy one, I do hand drumming and a Cajon seemed interesting! I'll come back to this vid if I ever get one!

[@freddyrock]

I think cajon is for me. I'm always better drumming on my desk at work than I am sitting behind my kit. The patterns I come up with are far more interesting and groovy. Will save a lot of space in the rehearsal room ;)

[@rosslmccallum]

It’s gonna be a great new adventure to start! Welcome :-)

[@sameenakausar1020]

Hi Ross ! You are an awesome teacher.Though I play guitar, I had never tried cajon but your tutorial is made so easy that a newbie like me too could play. You teach the basics and in a very slow, clear and systematic manner that it sounds so easy to play.Your single note to the16th note chart display along with the practical explanation on the cajon was the best for a beginner like me. Will practice it daily watching your video to get a hang of it.Thanks a lot ! Will look forward for more such videos.

[@buskerbuddy2108]

Best Cajon learning video I have seen so far. Thanks

[@kevinrodbard5865]

Brilliant insight to the Cahon, thanks; from a drummer who's looking to extend versatility.

[@kaos97022]

Nice and clear for a beginner like me. Thanks for sharing.

[@brookfunk4836]

Thank you for this! Not doing extra stuff "cause you can" is incredibly helpful for a beginner here!

[@rosslmccallum]

Thank you! It’s good to have you on the journey with me :-)

[@animofluteandpianoduo]

Superb Video! Invaluable. Thank you!

[@rosslmccallum]

I’m happy I could help!

[@michaelnguyen3461]

Thanks for the video! I can't wait to get mine for Christmas!

[@michaelnguyen3461]

***** OH! I forgot to ask, in terms of brand, is Meinl a good/affordable brand to start on? Or should I invest into an LP? I'm a guitar player by trade, but I'm considering doing percussion back-up when there is already another acoustic player playing.

[@marcybrown2442]

oh my god this video is magnificent! I just purchased my first cajon this afternoon and he has really got me jazzed!

[@rosslmccallum]

Good times ahead!!

[@petermoeller5901]

I'm thinking about buying a Cajon and watched a few videos. There are a fair few good ones but yours is excellent. Good pace, good information, filming, sound and editing is very well done.

[@rosslmccallum]

Thanks so much! Let me know if you ever have questions.

[@BellePR1]

Awesome video. Slow learner here. I saw this video at least 7 times and I'm still having trouble with. Quarantine might have brought good things to some of us and here I'm trying something new.

[@rosslmccallum]

Working through exercises like this gradually over time is always good. Slow and steady wins the race right? Keep it up!

[@ter2112]

Excellent video. I've been apprehensive about getting a cajon. I think I'm sold that this instrument will be very helpful in my development as a drummer overall. Thank you Ross!

[@jordanlay1741]

Excellent guide!!! Just got my cajon yesterday and I'm already feeling the groove

[@TheEskobaari]

Just got my first cajon :) I really liked the video giving some basic ideas about how to start practicing and playing. Thanks Ross!

[@khaos210]

Dude! I got a cajon a month ago and love playing it. I'm still new to it, hopeful with more practice I can be as good as you and others that play. Thanks for the tips.

[@amitnarula5917]

great!!! Just brought an Cajon .....started as guided by you man...

[@sebas_lofish]

One of the best cajón lessons I've seen! Thanks Ross!

[@sebas_lofish]

Cajon Groove Guide Just subscribed, keep up the great videos dude!!

[@TuNgan-PopPsych]

Noone teaches cajon better than you. I know nothing about cajon but I can practice after your words. Many thanks ♥️

[@rosslmccallum]

Ngan Pham I am really happy to hear you’re doing well with cajon using my videos :-) Let me know if you ever have questions!

[@dipsilva1]

Great! Thank you once more for your videos and for donating your time to share your knowledge.

[@s2Ludiana]

Thank you Ross. Now, you have a viewer from Brazil!

[@roelschouten8834]

Thanks Ross for the tutorial, awesome. I'm used to playing a conventional drum kit, but not easy for jamming, so decided to build a Cajon and learn to play. your tutorial has really helped, cheers

[@Axelphim]

Cheers! Helped me with my music homework which was to learn the Cojon! Thanks again.

[@Axelphim]

***** It did thanks.

[@carinar6248]

Capaldi tho

[@Frani298]

you play a wooden box (cajón) not a testicle (cojón)

[@mettatater]

Frani298 This is good to remember! And don't sit too close to the front edge of the cajón while you play lest things take a nasty turn...

[@אליהונחום]

Awesome. Its the best video I've seen about learning how to play the Cajon. Thank you.

[@rosslmccallum]

I’m very glad you liked it!

[@huakatelina8967]

Hey Ross, you are extremely talented! I am greatly inspired by your videos and thank you so much for sharing your music. Keep on playing and sharing.

[@johnhyon8519]

This is actually really good! Especially with someone that already knows a little about music.

[@nezza7471]

I prefer using the right hand for the ghost notes, as that is the hand used for high hat on drums, and I can't bring myself to switch them around

[@nezza7471]

+Cajon Groove Guide you're absolutely right, I don't usually play ghost notes on cajon too much, but I should start practicing that more.

[@davidsalaberry1128]

BEST VIDEO ON KZbin ON HOW TO PLAY THE CAJON !!!!!!!

[@2049nao]

Absolutely magnificent tutorial and playing :) You've got a very positive vibe when you speak :) Thank you for posting this !

[@TheCornLifeNetwork]

Ross has the best tutorials on KZbin. I’ve been watching for a lot of years. If you follow his tutorials you will learn the cajon.

[@rosslmccallum]

Thanks again my friend!

[@MikeErickson]

Thanks for this man! Learned everything I need from the first groove - Very cool! I've been doing it wrong haha. Cheers!

[@rosslmccallum]

Thanks for watching. Happy to help!

[@songeziwemyeha3555]

great guide i think i'll play the grooves on the djembe and see how they sound

[@clmusicndance]

Really brilliant thank you for sharing, your skills on the cajon, you share it so well, much appreciarted xoxoxo

[@SMELLTHEBULL]

Excellent tutorial and excellent playing. You're a pro.

[@parabeshbhusal8892]

This is the best tutorial for beginners.....thanks man

[@rosslmccallum]

Thank you very much!

[@ksanthony]

Thanks Ross, Your lessons is very useful to me.

[@SaltyForever]

Thank you for sharing and this is very clear and helpful 🙏🙏!

[@rosslmccallum]

My pleasure!

[@josephallen1802]

holy crap man...i jsut picked up a mini cajon by meinl to see if i liked drumming (guitarist) instead of dropping 300 on a nice snare box, and boy let me tell you, im glad i came across your video because your flow sounds so nice on my mini even i play so badly lol, nice to see a youngster i can relate to =D good vids bra

[@carlafoss9248]

Easy to listen too and informative!! Thanks!

[@rosslmccallum]

Thanks so much :-)

[@baconwizard1626]

I just started playing at a new years party its awesome.

[@joeb122453]

Ross, Fantastic job on your great video!! Best instruction on the web.. Thank you so much!!!!

[@cornellpearce5686]

Oh look, a Cajon tutorial from someone WITH RHYTHM ✅ who CAN ACTUALLY PLAY THE CAJON! Let that sink in folks 🤔. Thanks for a great video!

[@DormantIdeasNIQ]

Excellent... nice teaching ... I see this in a small room or small venue playing unplugged acoustic instruments, while many try to mike these boxes to do more than they can do, and all they get is sound mud. ...and I wonder how many are born to be able to staccato trigger hammer their fingers with the weight it takes and the coordination!? he, obviously can.

[@ChristinaGrego]

This is a GREAT video for beginners! Thanks!!

[@MrMarcoRamalho]

Very nice Ross. Here in BRASIL we develope technics, didatics material and cultural projects based on cajón. Big Hug, Marco Ramalho

[@mthomas73]

What a fantastic & easy to understand video... thanks

[@amanshah7774]

Thanks for the tutorial its a nice guide for home learners like me. Keep it up.

[@clayjohnson2618]

Just got a Cajon for Christmas. I really appreciate the Excellent tutorial, with great ideas and excellent breakdown of the fundamental techniques!

[@HunterNicholsKingOfOmnitron]

How has it come along a year later

[@fyrun]

hey it’s been 4 years

[@SivanandaElicherlalifecoach]

Thank you so much Ross for making this course. I'm a beginner and I loved your intro Video. will go through the course and see how I go. Thanks a ton again for making this course. Will go through the rest of the videos soon. - Cheers Ross.

[@rosslmccallum]

You’re very welcome! Let me know through the comments at any stage on your journey if you need help. I’m usually able to suggest an exercise or two when needed :-)

[@visitationone]

Amazing playing, Ross! I'm learning a lot from your videos! Greetings from Brazil!

[@shelleyseltzer2288]

Great job, Ross. Very clear and concise presentation of theory and its application to the cajon. A lot of thought obviously went into this video. As a novice I really appreciate this. Thank you so much.

[@laurahernando5389]

Thank you! This really can smoothly take.one's playing to the next level!!!

[@laurahernando5389]

Sure will! Greetings from Argentina!

[@icholatoz5597]

really helpful.. many thanks..

[@harrykenya5547]

This is an amazing video. Just started playing, and the techniques really do help. Can't wait to use them, thankyou.

[@harrykenya5547]

***** Thanks, appreciate it

[@martingonzalez8175]

Impecable explicacion!! Saludos desde Argentina!!!🎼

[@tonychestnut904]

Gosh, Ross, this video is terrific. I have some experience in music and percussion but this vid blew me away! So clearly explained and expertly played! I think I'm ready to try these lessons , with more understanding of how the beats and sounds fit together. Thank you so much!

[@rosslmccallum]

You’re very welcome! Follow along in order and ask me any time you get stuck. Talk soon!

[@OldeEnglishful]

Sweet man thanks for teaching me the cajon. I was definately playing it wrong