Drummer independence means the ability to play different rhythms with each of your limbs simultaneously.

Modern music and drumming has become more complex and the skill needed to succeed in drumming has increased in recent years.  Having greater drummer independence lets you take on any drumming opportunity that comes your way. 

Jazz drumming is often described as 'independence drumming' because it seems like we can use each of our limbs independently from one another.  The truth is, our brains memorize complex patterns of our limbs playing together.  So, the more drum patterns we can learn, the more we can do on the drums.

These drum lessons will help you move beyond simply playing basic drum beats.  You'll be more musical and be able to interact with the music and other musicians much more.  You'll really see an improvement in your Jazz drums comping. 

In this course, are 8 of the best Jazz drum exercises for drum set independence that progress from easy to difficult. Each of the lessons also has a PDF with the exercises written out for you. I've even thrown in a drumless track and two real playing examples from gigs I played. 

Improving your coordination on the drums will improve the quality and quantity of your playing opportunities.  Sign up today and free yourself to really play what you want to play on the drums.

Try my Afro-Cuban Latin Drumming course too.  It'll take your drum set independence even further! 

In my Jazz Drum Independence Patterns course, I’ll teach you how to build independence with your hands and feet. Through easy-to-follow lessons and practice exercises, you’ll develop the coordination and control needed to play more advanced patterns. By the end of the course, you’ll be able to play with greater freedom and creativity!