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Progressive Drumming Concepts

J.C. Bryant  /  UPDATED Aug 19, 2022

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J.C. Bryant, the drummer for progressive-rock band Scale The Summit, finds the number one topic he gets asked about is the creative process behind his drum parts. In today’s lesson, J.C. will break down his creative approach to coming up with drum parts, becoming well versed with odd time signatures, and how to play comfortably in whichever musical setting you’re in.

Lesson Index:
0:13 – Song – Pontus Euxinus by Scale The Summit
4:10 – Introduction
6:43 – Progressive Drumming Concepts
30:48 – Song – The Winged Bull by Scale The Summit
35:45 – Q & A!
48:03 – Song – Soria Moria by Scale The Summit

J.C. Plays:
Yamaha Drums
Meinl Cymbals
Aquarian Drumheads
Vic Firth Drumsticks

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Jared Falk is a lifelong drummer, drum teacher, and the co-founder of Drumeo. For over 18 years, Jared has been a leader in the online music education industry, publishing his first online video lessons in 2003 and founding Musora in 2005.

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