DRUMS

HMCA COMPREHENSIVE CURRICULUM: 1. Fundamentals of Drumming - TECHNIQUE DEVELOPEMENT a.) Stick control exercises b.) Drum Rudiments c.) Foot technique (heel-up vs. heel-down) d.) Posture (proper seating & setup) 2. Rhythm and Timing - SITE READING a.) Basic notation (Note values) b.) Drum set notation - RHYTHMIC STUDIES a.) Polyrhythms and syncopation b.) Groove creation using different styles - METRONOME PRACTICE a.) Developing internal timing b.) Playing in various time signatures 3. Styles and Genres **EXPLORATION OF GENRES** a.) Rock and alternative b.) Jazz c.) Funk and R&B d.) Latin and Afro-Cuban *Exploring Odd Time Signatures* 4. Improvisation and Creativity - IMPROVISATIONAL TECHNIQUES a.) expressing grooves through feeling b.) Soloing over various styles c.) Using dynamics and texture - COMPOSITION a.) Charting parts for songs b.) Collaborating with other musicians 5. Performance Skills - LIVE PERFORMANCE PREPARATION a.) Stage presence and crowd engagement b.) Setlist creation and arrangement - REHEARSAL TECHNIQUES a.) Effective practice routines b.) Playing with backing tracks and metronome - RECORDING TECHNIQUES a.) Basics of studio recording 6. Music Theory - UNDERSTANDING SONG STRUCTURE a.) Common forms (verse, chorus, bridge) b.) Analyzing popular songs - CHORD PROGRESSIONS a.) Basic harmony and how it relates to rhythm b.) Playing along with chord charts 7. Performance Opportunities - SHOWCASES a.) Regular Band Performance Nights b.) Local Performances *Available With The Experience Plan* CONCLUSION: This adaptable curriculum meets each student's needs. Your assessments and feedback will allow us to monitor progress and identify improvement areas. By integrating technical skills, creativity, and professional references, students will be ready for successful careers.