I remember the first time I picked up a pair of drumsticks; it was like discovering a new part of myself. Drumming became my escape, a way to express what words couldn't. Over the years, I've found that the more complex the rhythm, the more satisfying it is to master. Syncopation has always been a challenge, but also incredibly rewarding when I get it right. Practicing drums has taught me patience and persistence, and I can't imagine my life without it.
I appreciate the detailed approach you took with each syncopation method. The diversity in the patterns and the way you demonstrated them across various tempos and grooves really helps to illustrate the flexibility of syncopation. This video is a valuable addition to any drummer's toolkit.
The variety of syncopation techniques demonstrated here is really impressive. Each approach adds a distinct layer to the rhythm, making even simple exercises more dynamic and engaging. This is a valuable resource for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of syncopation.
great work Jack!! Syncopation's just the source of neverending creative drumming concepts. i guess it's all because Ted , unlike the rest of the many drum method books from the last centuary, left it all so open for interpretation. The drum community went to town with it (and still does), because of that. Cool video, well demonstrated and explained.
Thanks man I appreciate that. Yes you are right on the money, the interpretation is the best part, there are so many things you can do I just touched the tip of the ice berg!
my teacher actually had some Jazz brushes applications for these rhythms also, leading on from those snare triplet variations you were doing at the start.
Thanks, years ago after I finished going through the book my drum teachers taught me to play jazz to it. I see from your video there’s many more ways to play this book I never even thought. There’s a couple you did I really liked I’ll do
Grazie Jack, il tuo video sulla sincopazione mi ha aiutato moltissimo. Finalmente riesco a capire come applicare questi ritmi complessi nella mia musica.
Best way to think short and long is snare drum = short note, bass drum = long. Play eights long = kick, quarters short = snare. Or reverse it, 8ths short = snare / quarters long = kick. Long / Short vernacular came to me from big band playing.
Slower tempos can be tricky in any groove or rudimental pattern, more space between the notes for things to fall out of time. I use more wrist at slower tempos, and most fingers at faster tempos.
The problem I have with this book is that it's written so differently from the way modern notation for the drums is generally written. I almost have to first translate his method to the current method. Too much like hard work!
Use settins to slow it down. If you have the book, pg 38 shows how to count. Best way to practice these is sing the rhythm. Sing dit for shorts (1/8ths) and dah for longs (1/4s). Alot what he is doing is filling in whats not there in the rhythm. The rhythm are accents. Write out the rhythm on paper with the count above it. For triplets Fill in the the ghost notes . Now you have a complete rhythm in triplets. Do same for 1/16ths, etc. Jack would habre yo do a very long video yo explain all that.
Every drummer should utilize Ted Reed page 38. So versatile and practical. Never thought about funk and halftime excellent job Jack 👏👏👏
Thanks Ron, yes the options are really endless aren't they?
I remember the first time I picked up a pair of drumsticks; it was like discovering a new part of myself. Drumming became my escape, a way to express what words couldn't. Over the years, I've found that the more complex the rhythm, the more satisfying it is to master. Syncopation has always been a challenge, but also incredibly rewarding when I get it right. Practicing drums has taught me patience and persistence, and I can't imagine my life without it.
I couldn't agree more, it becomes a part of your identity.
der alte Ted ist immer noch gut!!
Ich stimme zu, was für ein unglaubliches Buch, auch nach all den Jahren noch.
I appreciate the detailed approach you took with each syncopation method. The diversity in the patterns and the way you demonstrated them across various tempos and grooves really helps to illustrate the flexibility of syncopation. This video is a valuable addition to any drummer's toolkit.
The variety of syncopation techniques demonstrated here is really impressive. Each approach adds a distinct layer to the rhythm, making even simple exercises more dynamic and engaging. This is a valuable resource for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of syncopation.
been drumming for 7+ years and teaching too. this video reminded me how much more there is to learn. thanks for the inspiration Jack
You're welcome, I hope you find value from it.
great work Jack!! Syncopation's just the source of neverending creative drumming concepts. i guess it's all because Ted , unlike the rest of the many drum method books from the last centuary, left it all so open for interpretation. The drum community went to town with it (and still does), because of that. Cool video, well demonstrated and explained.
Thanks man I appreciate that. Yes you are right on the money, the interpretation is the best part, there are so many things you can do I just touched the tip of the ice berg!
The way you play is so smooth, it's awesome to watch
Much appreciated, thank you
Your approach to teaching syncopation has really helped me improve. Thanks for making it so clear, Jack.
You're welcome! Glad to hear you are getting something from it.
Drumming is best thing I ever do, I love it much. Learn new beats hard but I get better slowly. Drums make me feel so good, I play every day.
Awesome, glad to hear it!
What an absolute masterclass - great work
Thank you!
Love this Jack. been playing for 15 years but always learn something new from your vids. keep it up
Thanks, will do!
Outstanding as always, Jack. Your lessons are both informative and entertaining.
Glad you think so :)
This channel has the best drum content. Subscribed and looking forward to more!
thanks, I really appreciate that :)
Wow id seen a couple of those jazz examples before, but that was just wild Jack, thank you for the ideas.
my teacher actually had some Jazz brushes applications for these rhythms also, leading on from those snare triplet variations you were doing at the start.
Got my first drum set at 30 🥁 and your videos have been a lifesaver. This syncopation lesson was tough but rewarding ❤️.
Great to hear!
I’m usually not great with syncopation, but you made it so easy to follow. I’m excited to start practicing these techniques.
You're a great teacher, thanks for sharing these tips
You're welcome, thanks for watching, I appreciate it :)
Loved this video, super helpful. I never realized there were so many ways to play syncopation. You really broke it down well.
Thanks for the breakdown! 🤘 I’m excited to try these out in my practice sessions.
You could do an entire channel dedicated to teaching this book and stick control. I'd pay for that.
That's an awesome idea 💡
My drum practice just got a whole lot more interesting thanks to this video 🔥. Syncopation is finally making sense 🎧.
Great to hear!
Great video. I have page 37 too. :) I just pulled my copy and but didn't find anything interesting enough after all these years. You changed that.
Thanks Chris, glad to hear it! It's an amazing book on so many levels.
The funk examples in this video were fantastic. Can't wait to incorporate them
Thank you
This is a beautiful video !!! Woow the Quality of the information along with the Cameras production ! Amazing ! What cameras do you have ?
Thanks man, I appreciate that. Very happy with the new studio setup atm.
Thanks, years ago after I finished going through the book my drum teachers taught me to play jazz to it. I see from your video there’s many more ways to play this book I never even thought. There’s a couple you did I really liked I’ll do
@@anthonyp-gx3mk I was taught the Jazz variations first as well. But really you can use it in any genre, I think that's why it's such an amazing book!
great video, you’ve given me a lot to work on and experiment with.
Syncopation finally makes sense, thanks 🎶
You're welcome, hope you get something from it!
dude 20 ways to play page 38 of Syncopation?! mind blown. can't wait to try these out. jazz groove was sick
Enjoy man, the Jazz variations are awesome vocab builders
this video is super cool, never thought of using syncopation like this before.
love how you broke everything down, now syncopation seems way less confusing.
Love this new studio Jack - what kit is that - im looking at one for my apartment too, torn between vdrums or something else
Thank you - Vdrums are great, this kit is a Yamaha DTX8 with birch shells - love it!
Very good as always, Jack. God bless
Thanks for listening
Loved the syncopation tips! 👏
thank you!
Grazie Jack, il tuo video sulla sincopazione mi ha aiutato moltissimo. Finalmente riesco a capire come applicare questi ritmi complessi nella mia musica.
Glad to hear it, thank you
Nice work
Thanks Luis
Excellent!
Can't wait to practice this tonight 🎧
Good luck!
can't afford a real drum kit yet so using chopsticks and an empty pot noodle. your lessons make even that setup fun
Good to hear!! Keep going!! I hope you can get a kit soon
loved this 🎧
Jack, you rock! 🤘
thank you!
Freaking fantastic video.
@@Nevernow721 thanks man, I appreciate it.
Goldmine lesson, Jack!
@@rogerbaird901 thanks mate, glad you enjoyed it!
Jack，呢條片真係好犀利，我從來冇諗過可以咁樣應用呢本書。我之前只係喺爵士音樂上做過類似嘅嘢，但冇試過其他方式-真係一條好特別嘅片。
super helpful 🥁
Next step: buying a drum kit to fully implement these awesome lessons. Thanks for the motivation
You're welcome, let me know if you need a hand looking for a kit
what click app you use on ipad...??
That's not a click app man, its the video switching app for my multi camera setup.
@@JackBennettDrums ah~ha^^ You are my one of the best Drum teacher!😍🤩
Thank you my friend, I appreciate that.
What app is this please? Geat lesson, you got my subscrive.@@JackBennettDrums
Best way to think short and long is snare drum = short note, bass drum = long.
Play eights long = kick, quarters short = snare. Or reverse it, 8ths short = snare / quarters long = kick.
Long / Short vernacular came to me from big band playing.
'Went through that book and many more in the '70s.
@@brianchisnell1548 it certainly has stood the test of time, I still use it regularly.
The problem I have is getting those smooth doubles or buzz rolls with this sticking at other/slower tempos.
Slower tempos can be tricky in any groove or rudimental pattern, more space between the notes for things to fall out of time. I use more wrist at slower tempos, and most fingers at faster tempos.
BJESUS.. I have a long way to goooooo
Stay on the path my friend!
What’s your favorite genre to play Jack...?
Just whatever I'm playing at the time mate, I don't think I have a favourite. But I'm certainly grateful I get to play a bunch of different genres
Nice!!thanks.And there are also many ways to Mambo, and Songo, or sextuplet expansion
You bet!
Wowwwwwww
Haha - thank you :)
👏👏👏
thanks Ron :)
The problem I have with this book is that it's written so differently from the way modern notation for the drums is generally written. I almost have to first translate his method to the current method. Too much like hard work!
Hand written!
FAR OUT!!
Why do many drummers find this line from page 38 so special!???
It's the first of the 40 bar exercises, and if you watch the video you'll see there's a lot of different ways you can develop vocab from it.
This video is too advanced for me. I wish you’d slow down and explain things more clearly, I’m totally lost.
Use settins to slow it down. If you have the book, pg 38 shows how to count. Best way to practice these is sing the rhythm. Sing dit for shorts (1/8ths) and dah for longs (1/4s).
Alot what he is doing is filling in whats not there in the rhythm. The rhythm are accents. Write out the rhythm on paper with the count above it. For triplets Fill in the the ghost notes . Now you have a complete rhythm in triplets. Do same for 1/16ths, etc.
Jack would habre yo do a very long video yo explain all that.
Thanks for your feedback, and sorry to hear some of it went over your head. Maybe I need to do longer videos on each concept
Bellsons book is better
a bit too repetitive, felt like the same ideas were being covered over and over.