Rockschool Drums Debut

Rockschool builds upon its 21 years of unrivalled experience in rock and pop examination by bringing you the 2012-2018 Syllabus.

For this latest Syllabus, Rockschool have employed some of the most sought after professional musicians to ensure that their tunes are the most authentic on offer.

At Drums Debut you'll get to grips with the fundamentals of rock and pop drum playing, from laying down a solid backbeat to paradiddles. Then you'll be tested on a mix of short Rockschool pieces and tracks of your own choosing*.

Key Features at Debut / what you'll learn:

- Backbeat, 1/4 note hi-hat, Unison bass and snare work- Single and double strokes, paradiddles- One page- Playback skills

A selection of technical exercises will be asked from four sections:

- Single Strokes- Double Strokes- Paradiddles- Fill

Key features:

• Plot your stylistic specialism - follow your preferred style up through the grades
• 6 Performance pieces, 6 varying styles
• Fact files - band and artist background information with recommended further listening
• Walkthroughs - Hints and Tips on the tricky sections of the songs
• Standard Notation
• CD with full mixes & backing tracks (click & non-click)
• Free Choice Element – You can select 2 free choice pieces in your exam