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Summary: Drum Rods are a great alternative to the attack of sticks. Learn how to hold them with a German grip in this free video.
Joel began his official study of music in middle school, and went on to immerse himself in every music making opportunity. After high school, his focus narrowed to the drum kit and he...read more
"JOEL SIEGEL: Alright. So, we want to cover the last grip with those three strokes, with the rods and that's the German grip. Again, this is your power grip. You're getting the most sound out of it. And this is what the up, down and full strokes sound like."
eHow Article: How to Play a German Drum Grip with Rods