Introduction to Brazilian Drumming

Learn all the major rooted style foundations for Brazilian drumming and get introuduced to Bossa Nova and Samba and how they work together.

InstructorJason Gianni
Total Length2h 15m

About Course

Introduction to Brazilian Drumming is a comprehensive course designed for drummers eager to explore the rich rhythms of Brazilian music. Led by Jason Gianni, this course delves into the foundational styles of Bossa Nova and Samba, offering insights into their unique characteristics and how they intertwine.

Throughout the course, students will study traditional percussion instruments such as the surdo, tamborim, agogô, cabasa, and shakers, learning their roles within Brazilian rhythms. The curriculum emphasizes practical application, guiding learners through various drum patterns and improvisational techniques that are essential to the Brazilian drumming style.

By engaging with detailed lessons and hands-on exercises, participants will develop a solid foundation in Brazilian drumming, enhancing their versatility and rhythmic proficiency.

Course Content

  • Brazilian Percussion: The Surdo and the Tamborim 6:31
  • Brazilian Percussion: The Agogo, Cabasa, and Shakers 6:13
  • History of Bossa Nova 4:40
  • Drum Set Pattern 1: The Brazilian Clave 6:36
  • Drum Set Pattern 2: The Partido Alto 7:15
  • Drum Set Pattern 3: The Surdo Bossa 6:15
  • Drum Set Improvisation 8:39
  • Putting It All Together 6:05
  • The Surdo and the Tamborim 6:06
  • The Caixa and Repinique 8:15
  • History of Samba 5:34
  • Samba Ostinato 6:42
  • Drum Set Pattern 1: The Samba Partido Alto 6:40
  • Drum Set Pattern 2: The Samba Tamborim 8:14
  • Samba Improvisation 7:26
  • Putting It All Together 8:26
  • Bossa to Samba Combination 8:42
  • Bossa to Samba Drum Set Combination 5:16
  • Samba to Bossa Fills 6:46
  • Putting It All Together 5:26

Instructors

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