1987 Buddy Rich Memorial Drum Solo – with Weckl, Gadd & Colaiuta

This is a short video taken from the 1987 Buddy Rich Memorial. It features Drum Solos from three accomplished musicians Dave Weckl, Steve Gadd & Vinnie Colaiuta. This is one of my favorite drum solos of all time. Enjoy!
Mr. Brett

Brett Frederickson – Drummers Rule! Drum Lessons
Call or Text today at 602-769-2075 or check us out online at http://www.drummersrule.net.
Come see why our students keep coming back… We look forward to seeing you!!

Drumming and the Importance of Counting

This Vic Firth article discusses the importance of counting out loud when practicing drums.

Click the link Drumming and the Importance of Counting to see the article.Thought you would like it – enjoy!

Mr. Brett

Here’s more info on Brett Frederickson and DrummersRule! Drum Lessons:

- Lessons are taught at Brett’s Professional Drum Studio with Four (4) top of the line Roland Electronic Kits and a Custom Yamaha Kit to learn on.

- Teaching drums for over 27 years as well as drum line instruction for 17 years.

- Degreed instructor and a graduate from Musicians Institute of Technology (MIT)

- Performed and done Studio Work with many bands including Megadeath, Scott Mishoe, Keith Horne, Jeff Kollman, Ray Riendeau and many more.

- Former students have graduated from Berkley College of Music & Musicians Institute and have received full ride scholarships to ASU, NAU and U of A for drum-line, jazz band, and percussion.

What you can expect to learn at a lesson:

- learn faster and retain more

- read music

- sight reading

- syncopation

- increasing speed

- hand technique

- rudiments

- mastering all of the various music styles

- drum line techniques for snare, tenors and bass drum

Contact Brett with any questions…

Brett Frederickson – text or call today at 602-843-3114 or check us out online at http://www.drummersrule.net.

Sweeps Technique on the Drums by Brett Frederickson

Sweeps Technique on the Drums by Brett Frederickson – http://www.DrummersRule.net

On this drum lesson video, I describe how to incorporate a another technique into your drumming repertoire called sweeps. Enjoy, and use the heck out of these ideas!!
Brett

Info on Brett Frederickson. He has been teaching drums for over 25 years including drum line instruction for 17 years. He is a graduate of MI (Musicians Institute); Featured in Drum Magazine, Drum Business and Modern Drummer.

- Degreed instructor — Musicians Institute of Technology (MIT)

- Drum Set instructor for over 27 years

- Drum Line instructor for over 17 years winning many State Competitions and Awards

- Featured in magazines including Modern Drummer, Drum Business, and Drum Magazine

- Has Performed and done Studio Work with many bands including Megadeath, Scott Mishoe, Keith Horne, Jeff Kollman, Ray Riendeau and many more.

- Former students have graduated from Berkley College of Music & Musicians Institute

- Former students have received full ride scholarships to ASU, NAU and U of A for drum-line, jazz band, and percussion

- Located in North Phoenix

Brett’s true passion is teaching students to play drums, in a fun, quality learning environment. So whether you are just getting started, or have been playing for years, Brett can help you take your skills to the next level.

Lessons are for a full hour at $25.00/hr. Come see why his students keep coming back!

Brett Frederickson 602-843-3114 or Online at http://www.drummersrule.net.

How to play a Funk Groove on the Drums!

Brett Frederickson, owner and teacher of Drummers Rule! at http://www.drummersrule.net, offering drum lessons in Phoenix Arizona, play Funk Grooves. Various Ways to Enhance How You Play Funk!. He is using #44 on the Roland TD-12 electronic drum set. This is a groove he currently teaches his drum students.

Learn the song “Time Stand Still” by Rush

Would you like to learn the song “Time Stand Still” by Rush? Then come on in for a drum lesson. I look forward to seeing you there!
Mr. Brett

NEW Vic Firth NOVA Drum Sticks for Sale

NEW Vic Firth NOVA Drum Sticks for Sale – I have 21 sets available at $6.00/pair.

**NOTE – NEW STUDENT BONUS** – with every three (3) pairs of sticks purchased, you will get a FREE one (1) hour drum lesson, taught by Brett Frederickson (see more about Brett below).These sticks are brand new and sell between $7.00 – $10.00 at the stores. For more information, call 602-843-3114. We are located at 3723 W. Monte Cristo Ave, Phoenix AZ 85053 (I-17 and Bell Road).

Here’s more info on Brett Frederickson…
- Lessons are taught at Brett’s Professional Drum Studio with Four (4) top of the line Roland Electronic Kits and a Custom Yamaha Kit to learn on.
- Teaching drums for over 27 years as well as drum line instruction for 17 years.
- Degreed instructor and a graduate from Musicians Institute of Technology (MIT)
- Performed and done Studio Work with many bands including Megadeath, Scott Mishoe, Keith Horne, Jeff Kollman, Ray Riendeau and many more.
- Former students have graduated from Berkley College of Music & Musicians Institute and have received full ride scholarships to ASU, NAU and U of A for drum-line, jazz band, and percussion.What you can expect to learn at a lesson:
- learn faster and retain more
- read music
- sight reading
- syncopation
- increasing speed
- hand technique
- rudiments
- mastering all of the various music styles
- drum line techniques for snare, tenors and bass drumContact Brett with any questions…
Brett Frederickson – text or call today at 602-843-3114 or check us out online at www.drummersrule.net.

Sixteenth Note Triplet Drum Lesson Video

On this drum lesson video, I describe how to incorporate a sixteenth (16th) note triplet technique into your drumming repertoire. Sixteenth note triplets are one of my favorite fills to use in medium to slow tempo grooves. Enjoy, and use the heck out of these ideas!!
Brett

Info on Brett Frederickson. He has been teaching drums for over 25 years including drum line instruction for 17 years. He is a graduate of MI (Musicians Institute); Featured in Drum Magazine, Drum Business and Modern Drummer.

- Degreed instructor – Musicians Institute of Technology (MIT)

- Drum Set instructor for over 27 years

- Drum Line instructor for over 17 years winning many State Competitions and Awards

- Featured in magazines including Modern Drummer, Drum Business, and Drum Magazine

- Has Performed and done Studio Work with many bands including Megadeath, Scott Mishoe, Keith Horne, Jeff Kollman, Ray Riendeau and many more.

- Former students have graduated from Berkley College of Music & Musicians Institute

- Former students have received full ride scholarships to ASU, NAU and U of A for drum-line, jazz band, and percussion

- Located in North Phoenix

Brett’s true passion is teaching students to play drums, in a fun, quality learning environment. So whether you are just getting started, or have been playing for years, Brett can help you take your skills to the next level.

Lessons are for a full hour at $25.00/hr. Come see why his students keep coming back!

Brett Frederickson  602-843-3114 or Online at www.drummersrule.net.