{"id":9355,"date":"2015-07-01T01:27:20","date_gmt":"2015-07-01T08:27:20","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/blog\/?p=9355"},"modified":"2023-11-14T14:39:40","modified_gmt":"2023-11-14T22:39:40","slug":"single-drag-tap","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/single-drag-tap\/","title":{"rendered":"Single Drag Tap"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1><strong>How To Play A Drag Tap<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n<p>The single drag tap is a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/drag-ruff\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">drag<\/a> with an added \u2018tap\u2019 stroke. This <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/rudiments\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">drum rudiment<\/a> is great for creative solos, drum fills, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How To Play A Drag Tap - Drum Rudiment Lesson\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/nQ--bjMHDfo?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"100\" height=\"100\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/23172024\/32-single-drag-tap.svg\" alt=\"single drag tap drum rudiment notation\" class=\"wp-image-39103\" style=\"width:839px;height:87px\" title=\"\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The drag tap<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n<div id=\"toc_container\">\n<ul class=\"toc_list\">\n<li><a href=\"#Definition\">What is a drag tap?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Tips\">Tips for playing the single drag tap<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Applications\">How to play drag taps on the drums<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3 id=\"Definition\" style=\"color: #0b76db;\"><strong>What is a drag tap?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<style>body > div.text-center > h1 {display: none;}<\/style>\n\n\n<p>The drag tap is essentially an offset <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/double-stroke-roll\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">double stroke roll<\/a> with drags. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s just like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/inverted-flam-tap\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">inverted flam tap<\/a>, but you\u2019ll replace the single grace note with a double grace note (aka a drag). The accent falls on the second eighth note.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can play drag taps in eighth note form (like in the notation above) or in triplet form where you start with a single stroke.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s no rhythmic value to a grace note, so it\u2019s up to you to decide how much space you want to leave between that and the primary note (less is better). You might also decide to lead into the full stroke with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/multiple-bounce-roll\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">buzz<\/a> rather than two distinct notes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s what a single drag tap sounds like:<\/p>\n\n\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.soundslice.com\/slices\/xVjkc\/embed\/\" width=\"100%\" height=\"250\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n<p>You can use this tool to practice along at the tempo that\u2019s best for you (it&#8217;s the one <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/trial\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Drumeo members<\/a> use when practicing with the 3000+ play-along tracks inside our members area).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u25ba <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/how-to-read-drum-music\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here if you want to learn how to read drum music<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Tips\" style=\"color: #0b76db;\"><strong>Tips for playing the single drag tap<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The biggest challenge in mastering this rudiment is distinguishing between the grace notes and the primary note. Make sure to leave very little space between them and keep the drumstick low before playing the grace notes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The other challenge is getting two clean strokes at low volume. It takes practice! You might want to try learning the sticking of the primary notes (RLLR RLLR) before adding in the drags.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Get familiar with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/drag-ruff\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">drags<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/double-stroke-roll\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">double strokes<\/a> and you\u2019ll find it easier to nail the drag tap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some more tips to keep in mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"664\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/13134256\/Metronome-click-app-drumsticks-on-snare-_MG_4348-2-1024x664.jpg\" style=\"border-radius:10px;\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38383\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/13134256\/Metronome-click-app-drumsticks-on-snare-_MG_4348-2-1024x664.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/13134256\/Metronome-click-app-drumsticks-on-snare-_MG_4348-2-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/13134256\/Metronome-click-app-drumsticks-on-snare-_MG_4348-2-768x498.jpg 768w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/13134256\/Metronome-click-app-drumsticks-on-snare-_MG_4348-2.jpg 1233w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Practice with a metronome<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>When you\u2019re first learning how to play something, it\u2019s fine to test it out without a metronome as you get used to the pattern. But you shouldn\u2019t go click-free for long. The metronome will help you develop a better internal clock and show you exactly where the timing of your strokes is inconsistent (or where it\u2019s right on the grid).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can buy a physical metronome at a music store or download a metronome app online.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-layout-2 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"664\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/13140750\/2021-07-19-EMMANUELLE-CAPLETTE-Interview-110-1024x664.jpg\" style=\"border-radius:10px;\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38387\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/13140750\/2021-07-19-EMMANUELLE-CAPLETTE-Interview-110-1024x664.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/13140750\/2021-07-19-EMMANUELLE-CAPLETTE-Interview-110-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/13140750\/2021-07-19-EMMANUELLE-CAPLETTE-Interview-110-768x498.jpg 768w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/13140750\/2021-07-19-EMMANUELLE-CAPLETTE-Interview-110.jpg 1233w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Start slow<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>While it might be tempting to get up to speed as quickly as possible &#8211; especially if you\u2019re feeling confident &#8211; make sure your drag sounds like two separate notes and that your technique is solid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Be honest with yourself and don\u2019t increase the tempo until you\u2019ve really got it down. Don\u2019t just say \u201cit\u2019s good enough\u201d. Develop control first, and speed will come later.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Try setting your metronome to 60 BPM, then slowly work your way up 5 BPM at a time.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-layout-3 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/13134118\/How-to-hold-drumsticks-American-grip-DSC_6212-1-1024x683.jpg\" style=\"border-radius:10px;\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38381\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/13134118\/How-to-hold-drumsticks-American-grip-DSC_6212-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/13134118\/How-to-hold-drumsticks-American-grip-DSC_6212-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/13134118\/How-to-hold-drumsticks-American-grip-DSC_6212-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/13134118\/How-to-hold-drumsticks-American-grip-DSC_6212-1.jpg 1233w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Alternate your lead hand<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re a right-handed drummer, you probably default to starting everything with your right hand. Make sure you practice starting with your left hand too. This will give you more confidence and control.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-layout-4 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"664\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/13133718\/2022-03-24-Kickin-It-Bed-103-1-1024x664.jpg\" style=\"border-radius:10px;\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38378\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/13133718\/2022-03-24-Kickin-It-Bed-103-1-1024x664.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/13133718\/2022-03-24-Kickin-It-Bed-103-1-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/13133718\/2022-03-24-Kickin-It-Bed-103-1-768x498.jpg 768w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/13133718\/2022-03-24-Kickin-It-Bed-103-1-1536x996.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/13133718\/2022-03-24-Kickin-It-Bed-103-1-2048x1328.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Practice in front of a mirror<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s easiest to correct your posture or grip immediately if you\u2019re watching yourself in a mirror. Try to set up a practice pad and a snare stand in front of a full length mirror if you can.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll be able to notice if you\u2019re gripping your sticks too hard, or if your stick height doesn\u2019t look right. Use your reflection as a window into how you\u2019re doing. It\u2019s like becoming your own drum teacher!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-layout-5 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"664\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/13134526\/2019-11-25-IN-HOME-203-1024x664.jpg\" style=\"border-radius:10px;\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38385\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/13134526\/2019-11-25-IN-HOME-203-1024x664.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/13134526\/2019-11-25-IN-HOME-203-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/13134526\/2019-11-25-IN-HOME-203-768x498.jpg 768w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/13134526\/2019-11-25-IN-HOME-203.jpg 1233w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Film yourself practicing<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>While playing in front of a mirror will help you fix issues on the fly, you might not realize during your practice when something is wrong. Sometimes we don\u2019t notice issues while we\u2019re in the middle of playing &#8211; especially if we\u2019re concentrating hard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re propping your phone on your dresser or capturing it all with a camera and tripod, it\u2019s helpful to watch your practice sessions and critique yourself from a \u2018third party\u2019 perspective.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>We&#8217;ve put together a playlist with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/how-to-find-and-use-drumless-tracks-and-play-alongs\">drumless tracks<\/a> at different tempos so you can practice this rudiment over real music:<\/p>\n<p><iframe style=\"border-radius:12px\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/album\/1pPXjC7HbKSmU9chVYxvEb?utm_source=generator\" width=\"100%\" height=\"352\" frameBorder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Applications\" style=\"color: #0b76db;\"><strong>How to play drag taps on the drums<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How To Play A Drag Tap On The Drums - Drum Rudiment Lesson\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/OGyWD9HHwmk?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019re comfortable playing the single drag tap on a practice pad, try it around the drum set. Here are some exercises to get started.<\/p>\n\n\n<p>#1:  <iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.soundslice.com\/slices\/9qQkc\/embed\/\" width=\"100%\" height=\"250\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe><br \/>\n#2:  <iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.soundslice.com\/slices\/LqQkc\/embed\/\" width=\"100%\" height=\"250\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe><br \/>\n#3:  <iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.soundslice.com\/slices\/WqQkc\/embed\/\" width=\"100%\" height=\"250\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe><br \/>\n#4:  <iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.soundslice.com\/slices\/7qQkc\/embed\/\" width=\"100%\" height=\"370\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe><br \/>\n#5: <iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.soundslice.com\/slices\/HqQkc\/embed\/\" width=\"100%\" height=\"370\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n<p>Any surface can be part of the pattern!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What&#8217;s next?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With enough solid practice, you should start feeling more confident in your playing. The drag tap combines several rudimental skills and will work your stick control in ways that\u2019ll get you one step closer to your drumming goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The next rudiment you should learn is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/double-drag-tap\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">double drag tap<\/a>, which adds one more drag into the pattern. And if you\u2019re looking for something else to build on what you\u2019ve learned here, try the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/lesson-25\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">lesson 25<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-layout-6 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/double-drag-tap\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/07160504\/DOUBLE-DRAG-TAP_2-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"double drag tap\" class=\"wp-image-38089\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/07160504\/DOUBLE-DRAG-TAP_2-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/07160504\/DOUBLE-DRAG-TAP_2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/07160504\/DOUBLE-DRAG-TAP_2-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/07160504\/DOUBLE-DRAG-TAP_2-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/07160504\/DOUBLE-DRAG-TAP_2.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/lesson-25\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/18114605\/LESSON-25_2-1-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38595\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/18114605\/LESSON-25_2-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/18114605\/LESSON-25_2-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/18114605\/LESSON-25_2-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/18114605\/LESSON-25_2-1-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/18114605\/LESSON-25_2-1.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-pullquote\"><blockquote><p><a href=\"https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/24091139\/DrumRudiments-NoQR.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download a free rudiments poster PDF here<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/24091139\/DrumRudiments-NoQR.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/24114109\/Free_Drum_Rudiments_PDF_Poster_Drumeo-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><iframe class=\"email-form-include-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/weeklyemail\" frameborder=\"none\"><\/iframe><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The single drag tap is a drag with an added \u2018tap\u2019 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