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Playing for the Song

The Session Drummer

Studio workflow, click tracks, sounds and etiquette.

Levels
L5–L9
Instructor
Tommy
Includes
play-alongs
5 lessons1h 17mPDF per lesson

5 lessons

What you'll play.

  1. 01

    Playing to a Click in the Studio

    Programmed vs live click, count-ins and drop-ins.

    Level
    L5
    Duration
    16 min
    Tempo range
    60–160 BPM
    Tags
    studio
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  2. 02

    Playing With Loops & Tracks

    Locking to samples and electronics.

    Level
    L6
    Duration
    17 min
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  3. 03

    Tuning for the Song

    Fast tuning decisions that make the engineer smile.

    Level
    L6
    Duration
    18 min
    Tags
    gear
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  4. 04

    Takes, Edits and Comping

    What producers actually do with your performance.

    Level
    L7
    Duration
    14 min
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  5. 05

    Session Etiquette

    Being hired back.

    Level
    L9
    Duration
    12 min
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