Musical Mileage | Stanton Moore

In this video, we had the privilege to have Stanton Moore in our studios. Stanton is a drummer and educator from New Orleans. He helped found the New Orleans-based essential funk band Galactic, whose first album Coolin' Off led to nearly 200 gigs per year for ten straight years.
This lesson is on Musical Mileage and Stanton will show you how to get the most out of a particular pattern. Enjoy!
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[@stevebowman5943]

There's no other drummer who, just listening to him play, makes me want to practice harder. There's a joy in his playing that makes me want to feel that same joy. Thanks, Stanton, for sharing with us not only your playing but your insights.

[@larrytate1657]

Because he's a musical drummer. I agree. Chops are there but are always secondary to groove for real greats

[@herbs355]

Ap

[@ASmallTurnip67]

Stanton is one of the funkiest drummers alive today. The width of his pocket is measured in miles...

[@J0intV3nture]

"Jazz is to teach. Funk to preach" Quote of the year tbh! Stanon Moore is awesome!

[@josiahpalen9179]

It’s a song

[@kingtosinthe3rd766]

It’s a song

[@CampbellYoungblood]

all the complaints about his technique or doubles are hilarious because: 1) technique is a way to get to music, and stanton is a great musician (not the other way around) and 2) he specifically addresses "lazy" rolls, and the difference between open doubles and his "lazy buzzes," so everyone complaining either didn't watch the video past the beginning, or didn't comprehend the overarching point of musical mileage. jus' sayin'.

[@randrade89]

THANK YOU! It had to be said

[@crimsun7186]

Campbell Youngblood-Petersen And if you think about it, 99.9% of drummers out there don't even know how to play both ways (open and closed rolls) to even criticize his playing. Or they are not familiar with New Orleans drumming. Or both.

[@stevethomas8054]

I met Stanton at. Thew Jazz Festival, n in Toronto, and my lovely wife had bought me Groove Alchemy, for my Birthday. And I had the opportunity, to tell him how much I appreciated his contribution, to the drumming world, and he said that it was a labour of Love, and the challenges than he encountered when writing writing the book, and at that moment I sensed his true genuine humility, and he is in deed a servant of " The Groove, T hank you Stanton and a huge amount of Love to You and Yours!

[@slimyelow]

Jazz is da teacha, funk iz da preacha

[@mikavancleefdrums7059]

This should be on a shirt

[@courtbeall7768]

This is when drumming feels effortless.He makes this style of playing so appealing and natural.

[@josevarela6352]

This guy calls anyone attention since the very moment he starts to play and swing his way. It's a joy to see him playing, the way he lives music. Technically, I don't know,.. he might be just another great drummer, sure, but motivationally, he's unique. Thank you, mate!

[@zepgen8]

stanton's gretsch drums always sound superb...Just love the tuning..The playing as ever is incredible. Thank you Stanton.

[@dsmithdrums8877]

I've watched this lesson probably more than 10 times, the whole thing, this is for me the best Drumeo lesson, Stanton is a great teacher, i used wanna learn a bunch of staff, and always when i was in a gig situation, i was able to play just a few, now i feel very confortable with doing maybe just a few, but i can put it in many musical situations, in different ways that you won't believe is actually the same thing... thanks Stanton, saw you playing with galactic, you showed me a whole new world of drumming, what a drummer, thanks Drumeo, Benny Greb also amazing, i've learn a lot.

[@kingtosinthe3rd766]

100% agree

[@williamduffy4689]

This is guy is it! So different than anyone else.

[@natec7398]

Stanton Moore and the album Crazyhorse Mongoose are the reasons why I finally bought a drum set 🥁

[@genekrupafan]

I love the way he jumps off his seat when he hits the cymbal at the end of a phrase

[@hollowify_tensa_zangetsu]

Moore was Introduced to me by my guitar teacher. He gave me flying over the koop and instantly LOVED it. Me and my guitar teacher were shocked to hear those very distorted horns. Simply the best

[@linguisticsdrums9215]

28 minutes in and I already feel changed on both a human and technical level, Stanton truly is an amazing drummer!

[@davidcipolla4036]

Stanton Moore is THE man!!! What an awesome video, he's one of the only drummer's that actually understands how to create MUSIC on the drums and not just play an arbitrary pattern because it "sounds cool". Stanton is forever awesome b/c he's showing everyone that you can make music with not that much technical facility which is sooooooo incredibly useful. It is so useful that his ideas will give drummers a musical language to use that is more practical to use than learning "technical coodination" patterns, which in turn will give drummers a "voice of their own" on the kit & not sound like you learned everything you play is out of a book. (I've heard plenty of drummers that sound like a book being played lol)

[@MrAngryTwinkie]

Too many drummers try to impose the pattern, sticking, or chop. Stanton LISTENS and APPLIES.

[@EpiKProphecy09]

Besides his drumming you can he how much of a kind and welcoming man he is. Its shows in his style and maturity.

[@Redtenbachersfunkestra]

Love it! Very pleased to have him on my upcoming release! When he sat in with my band years ago he really changed our understanding of 'groove'! Thank you for the inspiration.

[@Hoprgras]

Ive been digging Stanton for years, considering I'm from Louisiana, and relate to New Orleans Grooves. Plus I didn't know he was a Great Teacher. Let alone, inspiring. I didn't realize Ive been doing a 3 stroke ruff all these years. Let alone, know how to incorporate it in a groove. This changes things for me Greatly. My drumming is going to a knew level. Thanks Drumeo, and Stanton! Best Instructional Video Period!

[@mprenger09]

You need to get this guy back for another lesson, he truly brings the fun...k in learning

[@tracyamcneal9597]

Stanton Moore is a really gifted drummer/musician. Personally, never heard of him until today. I'll be raving about this guy. What a talent.

[@bettinabeauchemin28]

Hi. Amazing drummer, amazing teacher!!! I am in my second year. I tried to play the rough and to get it to sound correct and get it around the drum set. I love Drummeo and learn as much as I can. Started at age 73. Goal to play in the winter with my CDs when it is too Ivey to go out. Thank you. Bettina

[@matthewguzda4075]

Bettina? No hway! U started, YOU STARTED ! ! Playing drums at 73 ? I love u ! That is just wonderful! That's so positive! Cheers!

[@TylerHNothing]

Every drummer you guys get on here sends my drumming miles ahead. Thank you for your hard work getting these guys on here.

[@tdrum21]

Those drums sound amazing! So do the cymbals. I love his playing and teacher approach. Great concepts and playing!

[@JamesConley1234]

Incredible video, extremely useful! Love the way Stanton is able to articulate his ideas so smoothly. One of the most helpful I've seen on here! Cheers

[@playingwithsticks6819]

This guy is brilliant - was getting bored wirh my same old - same old style. Hes opened up a whole new world of what I can do

[@markannichiarico640]

I really enjoy watching this vodeo, NO over playing, just great funk and groove, this drummer has loads of style and he makes it look all so easy, and what I like most is you can see he's having a great time.

[@markannichiarico640]

Another thing you don't need loads of drums and cymbals to be a great drummer, just look at this small kit, he had those drums rock in.

[@davidag90]

Stanton Moore IS THE GROOVE HIMSELF. Chapeau!!

[@mrbucket75]

Just recently I have gotten back in Stanton, I have missed a lot. Funkier than ever, and grooves that rule. A very simple kit in the scheme of things, but he uses all of it with many new ideas I have not heard before. And to boot, he's a super cool dude and loves people's passion. Excellent! Thanks!

[@DmitryStein]

I love this man. Just kind of warm feeling inside me to this beautiful soul which is playing through Stanton.

[@markgreenhouse1889]

fabulous video - great content and moderating - expert natural audio recording and great drum tuning; no crummy phase issues; extraordinary post production mix between lavalieres and drum microphones - expert on every level. Thank you DRUMEO so much for this fabulous presentation.

[@Baldingchimp]

Probably in my top three favorite Drumeo lessons and I love'm all. Thanks Drumeo.

[@ChristopherDillman]

You'll get a history lesson on all the greats, from this great in Stanton Moore. Awesome dude.

[@buzztrucker]

Polished, smooth, in sync and not a lot over playing. Just the right mix. Didn't realize Galactic's drummer was THIS good. Definitely can impart with a lot of great pro tips watching this video from a master percussionist.

[@fess04]

excellent presentation.....well articulated by Stanton....lotsa fun and GREAT ENERGY!! when you play your music ...play it with this kind of conviction and feeling...and everything is gonna be all right...the world needs more of this....

[@BackflipBeaver]

Best Drumeo lesson I've ever come across, Stanton's a musical marvel!

[@Diatonic5th]

One of the funkiest drummers alive.

[@MS-gj7ni]

This guy is absolutely awesome what a great drummer and real nice guy sometimes these lessons are a bit to much info for me personally but I really got this ..... Stanton is brilliant thank you

[@Ohm51]

Man ... do I love that Sky Blue Pearl finish (totally different than the vintage Ludwig SBP) on this Gretsch set. Really beautiful drum kit!

[@FritzFeuerbacher]

Those cymbols sound incredible, especially the ride. Definately a departure from the standard Zildjian/Sabian/Paiste sound.

[@willbrophy2160]

This is the best explanation of the creative process of drumming I have heard. fantastic.

[@kidgloves2]

Great guest. I never heard of Stanton Moore. I'm glad you introduced me. Great stuf

[@cristianoisabel5585]

Sure one of the most usefull and fun lessons to watch, ever! Thank you Stanton Moore

[@goingnowere101]

This is the 4th time I have watched this and I'm learning something new everytime.

[@Illyrians_]

He always seems like he is on any trip but i love this guy! 😅 Precise, groovy, it seems he studied this beast of an instrument to the last nuance but he is still creative exploring new things! Big Up Mr. Moore and thank you! I learnd a lot from your videos!

[@michaelfaeth]

That first jam is so good and so fun! The excitement kept building and I was waiting for a nice fill around the drums, and sure enough, at 4:44 Stanton just lets loose. Excellent drumming all the way through!!

[@poppapunker6238]

These comments are embarrassing. Stanton Moore is a legend. Get over yourselves.

[@larrytate1657]

Stanton Moores FARTS are TEN TIMES more MUSICAL THAN ever be!! They lack discipline.

[@ryanhausdrums]

I absolutely LOVE the sound of Stanton's kit! Great lesson too!

[@mikekechula6628]

Very nice drum lesson! I learned a few new concepts and an application that gave me a little breakthrough that I've needed... Thank you!

[@rsmith462]

Still one of my favorite lessons .. great song at the beginning.

[@slimyelow]

One year later and this is still my favorite drum video.

[@drummerzarate]

The host is really enjoy Stanton play, he is one of the most creative and enjoyable drummmers

[@Mustis1524]

I can't even begin to explain how awesome it would be to see the almighty Simon Philips on Drumeo!

[@TheSicilian357]

It all starts here...one of thee finest presentations of reality. Great work and many thanks DRUMEO/Stanton for your continuing passion of beating off mathmatic orgasms

[@Joesfosterdogs]

Drum sound is everything! Your sound source has to deliver your soul moments...better the sound less you have to play to communicate. SM's kit sounds perfect...toms with white heads seem to be the drum sound classically speaking. The open HAT sound @20:37 is PERFECTION!!!

[@macdrummer4984]

Omg his drumming.... this is pure poetry

[@Jellybeantiger]

Groove machine,love those gorgeous Gretsch drums.

[@ricardomendez681]

Very inspiring, musical and resourceful drummer, with a sincere and unpretentious approach.

[@larry88008]

As I am learning, I start to see what is being done and how incredible the Artist is. Stanton has brought an entire background and history of Living to the drum set. Through this medium I can see how his life has expanded to include others and has been enriched. Maybe a purpose of Art is to live life beautifully, that is artistically. Stanton does this not only in his playing as expected but in his teaching and communication. In this lesson I have learned a Life lesson. This is culture. You live it. You breath it. Its part of your soul. Its native. Whether Mardi Gras Indian or First Nation or You. Its native to the spirit. Thanks Drumeo for your broadcasts and thanks especially to the guest Artist. This is big. I'm feeling it.

[@cobistein8498]

Stanton is my favorite drummer! Great grooves.

[@mikeepourhadi8437]

The beginning of this video makes me so damn happy

[@antonpetrenko1687]

Snare sound iss AMAZING! Stanton is awesome!

[@Jellybeantiger]

Love those single handed flams on the first track.

[@remyzsacka8670]

His playing is so inspiring! Love that video

[@impulseproman]

i love to hear clean drums sound it give the thrills and pleasure to master the drums more

[@TheBraav]

this is what I call a lesson in every way!

[@8020drummer]

Pocket for days. With your eyes closed he could be mistaken for Brian blade, at least on funk.

[@dfox8611]

What is pocket playing, in your own words ?

[@zyd567]

Daniel Fox Playing in time and serving for the music, not overplaying things. Just playing what's necessary, leaving much space for other musicians in the band. That is "pocket playing" IMHO.

[@supahsekzy]

B Mico Daniel Fox And you have to be super deep in an impeccable groove. That thing that makes people's heads bob. That is pocket

[@slimyelow]

yeah, I'm a Weckl and Jojo fan, but Stanton brings to the table such musicality, he really makes my cry.

[@HadEnough745]

+Slim Yelow The only drummer that made me tear up was Buddy Rich in his last year of life playing triplets at lightning speed. Watching that old man go was simply amazing. Watching a young guy play with a lot of expression as he hops on and off his seat is cool but not worthy or crying...geez crying?

[@slimyelow]

haha!

[@DinoDiniProductions]

How to be creative: let yourself enjoy what you are doing. He really looks like he enjoys playing and you hear it too.

[@Handyscissors]

That groove is so dam tight

[@pstewartdrum]

Saw him tonight In Nyc. He blew my mind.

[@GT-fx8fd]

Stanton's great..... Biggest thing I took away from that lesson. Jump on your seat every time you finish a phrase, lick, groove or fill whilst you hit the cymbal and stamp the bass drum with a massive grin whilst you lock eyes with someone in the room. Epic.

[@luisfernando-mm3jt]

This is a unique kind of MUSICIAN That kind that when you make a blind listening test you know who we is That´s something that every MUSICIAN should aspire

[@masterofnaan]

I love you, Drumeo

[@stocktonnative3878]

Stanton is one of my favorite drummers most recent. Tom Breichtlein is also bad azz - his Robben Ford stuff is awesome.

[@MoneyGrip70]

He puts in a way me being a 52 yr old 40 yr veteran of drums easy to pick up new licks

[@andresaguilar327]

Stanton Moore and Josh Freese are the COOLEST drummers on earth. DAYUM DAYUM DAYUUUUM!

[@larrytate1657]

Have him back again! He's an exceptional teacher.

[@larrytate1657]

He's made me realize to quit looking for "new" stuff to learn and make new stuff with what I know.

[@mcsequoia5107]

Stanton is the Superman of drumming! Seems like a mild mannered Clark Kent until he sits down at the drum set then the cape comes out! So much energy! So much body "english"! I can't help but wonder if that drum stool has suspension on it. So much music out of such a small kit too boot!

[@jacobglueckert6597]

Mike Connors I

[@matthewguzda4075]

Ya know I'm watching this after work. I get up at 5am and its construction. I'm so diggin the ideas. I wanna go practice some of this but that's the rub ! I've misspelled words a dozen times just now writing this as my eyes cross and my fingers just rest on the letters cuz I'm so tired. I think I could be pretty good if work dint get in the way. And for me, the snares can never be loose enough. I know I know, it blurs ! You can't hear the definition of ghosty notesy! Cheers ! Gotta get back doon thar soon!

[@proverbalizer]

40 min: Instead of learnings a bunch of things and only being able to do a few things, learn a few things, and be able to do a bunch of things. Word And as my old teacher's teacher said, better to play a little well, than a lot like crap.

[@MirkkoDeMaio]

oh man, he's amazing!

[@markdemell3717]

Never heard of Stanton but ,he is quite good and very fun player.

[@Andyunderdogs]

Accenting the diddle! Pretty cool! Awesome stuff here!

[@rpinpr61]

This guy seriously funked me up.

[@moonrabbitretreat9173]

The moon Rabbit likes the color of that kit!

[@christophmeirich5928]

Amazing groove!! Greetings from germany Christoph 👍👍👍👍👍

[@Slipstream0001]

Stanton Moore is a badass

[@cristianoisabel5585]

Best drumeo video ever!

[@electricbillyland]

I haven't read all 130 comments, but just in case nobody mentioned it. The opening part of the lesson is a DRAG, not a Ruff. Ruff's are short single stroke rolls, drags all use the diddle as a grace note. Stanton is one of the best and most musical drummers playing today, and he has tons of technique. When he plays, he always plays MUSIC (as opposed to playing technique). He USES technique, but it's so relaxed and organic, you just don't notice it. His technique is exceptionally broad and incorporates the entire history of the drum set, his taste, dynamics, feel, intuition, and knowledge are way beyond what most drummers will ever achieve. He's incredibly articulate, a natural teacher, and obviously very smart (he owns several companies including Crescent Cymbals and Stanton Moore Drums).

[@stevieprice-fx9bi]

Gulli, Stanton Moore and Benny Greb are the most vast drummers uniquely inspiring

[@Ben-ji1se]

Such a unique drummer

[@DrummerJay74]

Stanton is the man.

[@tonda_bubnuje]

Can anyone tell what weird turquoise finish that is? :) Thanks

[@johnwaller5386]

really really enjoy his new orleans styles.

[@tonda_bubnuje]

Now!!!!! Love it ))))

[@GregorioMerchan]

This is groove!!! love it

[@tsory1]

love this lesson!

[@SQLTalk]

Love Stanton Moore!

[@philipmacnaughton3454]

you guys should get Dave Weckl to come on drumeo!

[@jazzcollective8509]

Dave got his own teaching stuff online, I guess he will consider not to appear in any drum teaching show 😊