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How to play the plastic nose flute

It's hard to believe that something you play with your nose sounds so good. Though silly and strange, the nose flute has been around the music world for a while, with different variations in Hawaii, Africa ...

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How to play a C7 hammer-on lick on the banjo

I know... music lesson videos aren't really that cool, but if you're into the banjo, this one could really help you out. Doing hammer-ons can be a bit tricky, but with the right finger work, you can get 'er ...

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How to play "Paper Planes" by MIA on piano

MIA's "Paper Planes" is deceptively simple. The beat and sound just get your feet moving. Beginning pianists will be thrilled to be able to learn how to play such an awesome song.

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How to make music with candy

Bubble gum... who knew it would be good for something besides cavities. This so-called Bubblegum Sequencer is a marvel mix of candy and music, the next hip DJing tool -- move over iPod! But can you resist ...

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How to make a metronome with a candle

Check out the wonders of science. Time, balance and tempo perfectly illustrated with by a lit candle.

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How to listen to music with your whole body

In this soaring demonstration, deaf percussionist Evelyn Glennie leads the audience through an exploration of music not as notes on a page ...more

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How to perform with the Timbrel percussion instrument

Learn how to play the Manhattan Timbrel percussion instrument. This is ...more

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How to play a left foot clave on drums

This lesson explains a very complex left foot clave pattern for drums that was performed by Heracio Hernandez at Modern Drummer festival ...more

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How to play bossa nova and pop grooves with brushes

Peter Erskine is best known for his versatility and ardent love of working in various musical settings. In this installment from his video ...more

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How to play the afuche cabasa

Jim Greiner teaches you the basics of playing the afuche cabasa, a modified version of the traditional cabasa used in Latin percussion and ...more

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How to play "I Can't Help Myself" by the Four Tops on drums

Learn how to play drums for the Motown classic "I Can't Help Myself" ...more

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How to play drum warm-ups

In this lesson, Jared demonstrates four simple warm-up exercises that you can use to improve your drumming. They focus on hand to feet ...more

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How to play drums

Do you want to learn to play drums for the very first time? Watch Mike Michalkow's step-by-step training video to get started. It will ...more

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How to play the Ndugu cross stick beat on the drums

Ndugu Chancler is known not only as a world-class drummer and percussionist, but also a producer, composer, clinician and teacher. In this ...more

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How to play the spoons

This is what drummers do when they're without their kit at a bar or party. Play spoons, yes kitchen utensils. It's a great skill to have.

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How to play with great time on the drums

The quality of the time you have when playing the drums is proportional to the quality of the time you keep. Ndugu Chancler is known not ...more

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How to start playing drums

Are you ready to learn how to play drums? You can get started by watching Jared Falk's video lesson. It includes step-by-step training ...more

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How to add articulation to your brush playing

Peter Erskine is best known for his versatility and ardent love of working in various musical settings. In this installment from his video ...more

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How to add sounds in lap style frame drum playing

This is episode 18 of the Frame Drum Video Podcast. Using shakers, jingles, rings and chains in lapstyle frame drumming can expand you sound ...more

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How to clap Flamenco rhythms

Learn the basic Flamenco claps. Transform your body into a percussion instrument.

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How to do step by step an easy fill drum beat

This is a perfect lesson for beginning drummers. In this first video you will learn step by step an easy fill drum beat. This is a basic ...more

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How to drum using the traditional grip

Learn to play the drums using the traditional grip. Once again, Darren Matthes gives a generous amount of information when explaining how ...more

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How to grip a drumstick

Holding your drumsticks correctly will reduce tension and give you greater speed and control in playing while reducing fatigue. In this ...more

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How to how to Play "American Idiot"

In this video tutorial from DRUM! Magazine, Jeff Bowers demonstrates how to play "American Idiot" by Green Day on the drums. While this ...more

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How to learn rudimentary drumming

This sequence teaches all of the basic essential techniques of drumming.

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How to make a Djembe African hand drum

Fallou Sy Somone of Senegal West Africa shows how to make a homemade Djembe hand drum. He uses animal hide and shows the technique in two ...more

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How to master contemporary sticking patterns for the vibes

Gary Burton is one of the most commercially successful mallet players ...more

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How to play "Back in Black" by ACDC on the drums

In this video tutorial, DRUM! Magazine music editor Wally Schnalle demonstrates how to play "Back in Black" by ACDC on the drums. While this ...more

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How to play "Cold Sweat" by James Brown on the drums

The song "Cold Sweat" by James Brown has a classic funk rhythm on ...more

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How to play "Grazin' in the Grass" by Hugh Masekela on drums

Learn how to play the song "Grazin' in the Grass" by Hugh Masekela on ...more

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How to play "Hard to Handle" by the Black Crows on drums

In this video tutorial, DRUM! Magazine music editor Wally Schnalle ...more

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How to play "Satisfaction" by the Rolling Stones on the drums

In this video tutorial, DRUM! Magazine music editor Wally Schnalle ...more

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How to play "Seven Nation Army" by the White Stripes on drums

In this video tutorial, DRUM! Magazine music editor Wally Schnalle ...more

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How to play "The Ocean" by Led Zeppelin on the drums

In this two-part video tutorial series, DRUM! Magazine music editor ...more

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How to play "The Seed" by ?uestlove of the Roots

In this video tutorial, DRUM! Magazine editor Wally Schnalle demonstrates how to play "The Seed" by ?uestlove of the Roots. While this ...more

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How to play a Bo Diddley beat on the drums

Hey, Bo Diddley! In this installment from his video tutorial series (in which he covers everything from improving timekeeping to creativity ...more

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How to play barking Hi-Hats

Learn how to encorporate the barking Hi-Hat effect in your drumming. Drummer Darren Matthes gives an excellent breakdown for when to hit ...more

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How to play bossa nova (and "cheater" bossa) on the drums

A band leader, classical percussionist, clinician and author, Steve ...more

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How to play the "Four Sticks" groove on drums

Check out this music tutorial video that demonstrates how to play the "Four Sticks" groove on drums. Led Astray drummer "Fronzo" explains ...more

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How to play the tambourine

Jim Greiner shows you the proper technique including hand positions and motions, for playiing the tambourine. Learn exercises to practice ...more

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How to play the timekeeping pattern on the drums with brushes

Peter Erskine is best known for his versatility and ardent love of ...more

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How to strike a mallet instrument for the best sound

Gary Burton is one of the most commercially successful mallet players ...more

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How to tune a Djembe African hand drum

Understand the concept of tuning a rope djembe. The proper sound is achieved with minimum effort for maximum effect. The key is to ...more

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How to use a 4-mallet Burton or Musser grip on the vibes

Gary Burton is one of the most commercially successful mallet players ...more

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How to use damper and sustain pedals on the vibraphone

Gary Burton is one of the most commercially successful mallet players ...more

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How to use mallet dampening on the vibraphone

Gary Burton is one of the most commercially successful mallet players in history. In this installment from his Vibraphone Masterclass video ...more

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How to accompany, or comp, orchestration on the hi-hat

Hey, Bo Diddley! In this installment from his video tutorial series ...more

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How to add the backbeat when jazz drumming

New to jazz drumming or simply looking for a few pointers? In this installment from his video tutorial series (in which he covers everything ...more

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How to apply fills with the Nañigo/Bembe time

World Fusion Drumming combines the energy and feel of rock, Latin, and world music with the technique and improvisational skills of jazz. In ...more

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How to apply flams, drags and rolls to a triplet-based rhythm

To play music, your hands should be able to do anything your mind asks ...more

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How to apply Nañigo or Bembe time bars to fusion drumming

World fusion drumming combines the energy and feel of rock, Latin, and ...more

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How to avoid distraction when playing with drum loops

Donny Gruendler, a faculty member at Musicians Institute, has become ...more

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How to break down polyrhythms

In this video lesson, Mike Johnston breaks down the specifics of polyrhythms and how to employ them on the drums. This requires some musical ...more

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How to build a Hank drum

This tutorial covers how to construct a hank drum, an instrument invented by Dennis Havlena that imitates the extremely expensive and ...more

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How to change a Drum Head

In this interview, drummer and expert technician Matt Payne demonstrates how to change a drum head, offering tips on how to get consistent ...more

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