Free Drum Lessons

This video play-along features Sterr's song "Better Now" as performed by Dean 'Schroeder' Reimer. You can either watch how Dean plays the song and try to play exactly what he plays or come up with something of your own!

This video play-along features Sonus's song "10 Seconds" as performed by Dave Atkinson. Start by watching Dave play in the video, and then download the audio-only version that has all the drum-tracks removed. You can either play similar beats to Dave, or come up with your own original patterns.

This rock drumming play-along features Hasting's song "Fighting For You" as performed by Jason Kliewer. You can get started by watching the performance video, and then download the audio-only version that has all drum-tracks removed. Take it to your kit and come up with some beats ideas.

This video lesson features Hasting's song "All These Things And More" as performed by Jason Kliewer. Start by watching the performance video, and then download the audio-only version that has all drum-tracks removed. Finally, take it to your kit and jam to it with some of your own beats.

This video lesson features the Sterr song "Still Waiting" as performed by Dean Reimer. You can get started by watching the performance video, and then download the audio-only version that has all drum-tracks removed. Take it to your kit and come up with your own beats and fills

This play-along features the Sterr song "In All Of This" as performed by Dean Reimer. Start by watching the performance video, and then download the audio-only version that has all drum-tracks removed. Try playing similar beats to Dean, or come up with your own unique drumming grooves.

Free Rock Drumming Play-Along SongThis video play-along features Sterr's song "Ever Done Before" as performed by Dean Reimer. Start by watching Dean on video, and then download the audio-only version that has all the drum-tracks removed. You can either play similar beats to Dean, or come up with patterns of your own.

Welcome to the drum play-along section of FreeDrumLessons.com. Here you will have the opportunity to play along with professional band tracks that have the drum parts removed! Better still, each of the lessons include a video with the original drummer playing his parts. This way, you can see some examples of beats and fills that work within the song. Then, it's up to you to take what you've learned in our various drum lessons, and come up with drum parts of your own.

This video drum lesson includes some valuable tips and tricks for achieving bass drum speed. It was put together for double bass drummers, but many of the tips are also applicable to single bass drummers. You'll learn about the sweet spot on the pedals, basic pedal tension tips and suggestions, and get advice on how to balance between practicing heels-up and heels-down. Most important of all, Dave explains that beginner double bass drummers need to be more patient with their feet. Few drummers recall how much effort they put into developing a basic single stroke roll with their hands, and thus put high expectations on their feet. Take your time and be patient with your footwork. It will come with practice.

You can use your double bass drum pedals for more than just unique drum beats. This free video lesson covers five simple double bass drum fills that incorporate the hands and the feet. They build upon what you've learned in the double bass drum warm-ups section. Watch the lesson for demonstrations of all five patterns.

This video lesson covers six popular double bass drum beats. Assuming you've already gone through the double bass warm-ups, these beats shouldn't be too difficult to master. Focus on keeping both feet playing at the same volume, and keep everything synced up with the hands. Watch the video for more information.

This free drum lesson includes four simple warm-up exercises you can use to develop your double bass drumming. All of the patterns are designed to sync up your feet with your hands, and to improve your overall footwork. Work through them before tackling the lessons on double bass beats and double bass fills.

Welcome to the double bass drumming section of FreeDrumLessons.com. Here you will have the opportunity to learn basic double bass warm-ups, drum beats, and drum fills. You'll also get access to special tips and advice for bass drum speed. The lessons in this section were designed to be played in the order presented below, so go ahead and start working through them now!

This free drum lesson teaches you how to play the Cascara Latin drum beat. This is a challenging pattern that can accel your Latin drum chops and improve your limb independence. Mike walks you through the Cascara and shows you how you can use it in your Latin drumming. If you're interested in working on your Latin drumming you can check out the Latin Drumming System in the drum shop.

This video lesson will teach you how to play the Songo beat, which is one of the more difficult forms of Latin music. The Songo beats may be a little tricky to play at first, but these grooves are an extremely fun and energetic way to play the drums. The Songo is usually driven by a cowbell, but a ride cymbal bell is just as effective.