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Summary: How to play beat 8 on the drums; get professional tips and instruction from an expert drummer on playing percussion instruments in this free music lesson 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: All right. So we're putting that eighth note, sticking it on the upbeat of two. We have the downbeat of one, downbeat of three. So here is what it sounds like. Take a listen, take a look at what my feet are doing, and think about what's lining up and how things are interplaying, all right? All right? So there you can see what's lining up and hear it. Let's go ahead and play it together. We're at 70 bpm. I'll count you off. One, two, ready, play. All right? So there you go: quarter on one, eighth note on the upbeat of two and quarter on three."
eHow Article: How to Play Drums: Beat 8