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Funky Thesaurus For The Rock Drummer: The Ultimate Guide to Drumming Slang

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Rock drumming is a unique and expressive form of musical expression, and as such, it has developed its own unique language. Over the years, rock drummers have coined a vast array of slang terms to describe their instruments, techniques, and playing styles. These terms can be confusing to outsiders, but they are essential for understanding the world of rock drumming.

This thesaurus is a comprehensive guide to rock drumming slang. It includes definitions for over 300 terms, from the most common to the most obscure. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, this thesaurus will help you to communicate with other drummers and expand your drumming vocabulary.

A Funky Thesaurus for the Rock Drummer: Features Afro-Cuban Rhythms & Odd-Meter Rock Beats for Drum Set

by Rachel Robert

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Thesaurus

Accent: A note that is played louder than the surrounding notes.
Backbeat: The basic rhythmic pattern of rock drumming, consisting of a kick drum on the downbeat and a snare drum on the upbeat.
Bass drum: The largest drum in a drum set, played with a foot pedal.
Beat: A unit of time in music, typically measured in beats per minute (BPM).
Blast beat: A very fast drum beat, typically played on the double bass drum.
Crash cymbal: A large cymbal that is played with a drumstick.
Drum fill: A short burst of drumming that is used to fill in space between other parts of the song.
Drum solo: A section of a song where the drummer plays a solo.
Ghost note: A very quiet note that is played on the snare drum.
Hi-hat: A pair of cymbals that are played with a drumstick.
Kick drum: The bass drum.
Ride cymbal: A large cymbal that is used to keep time.
Snare drum: A medium-sized drum that is played with a drumstick.
Tom-tom: A small or medium-sized drum that is played with a drumstick.

This thesaurus is just a starting point for exploring the rich and expressive language of rock drumming. As you continue to learn and grow as a drummer, you will undoubtedly add your own unique terms to the lexicon. Embrace the creativity and individuality of rock drumming, and never stop expanding your vocabulary.

A Funky Thesaurus for the Rock Drummer: Features Afro-Cuban Rhythms & Odd-Meter Rock Beats for Drum Set

by Rachel Robert

5 out of 5