here is a chops challenge for all of you. See if this works in your daily routine.
Rules:
1. ONE key per day.
2. you MUST run the board ascending/ descending >or< descending/ ascending at least 2 times per sequence. Lowest point o the instrument in that key to the highest point on that instrument in that key.
3. you MUST use a metronome, preferably set to 2 & 4. Slow to medium tempo.
the RHYTHMIC PROGRESSION
1st time = 8th notes
2nd time = 8th note triplets
3rd time = 16th notes
the STICKING APPLICATION
8th notes using alternate sticking, doubles, paradiddles (that’s 3 times up & down!)
8th note triplets using alternate sticking, doubles, paradiddles
(that’s 3 more times up & down!)
16th notes using alternate sticking, doubles, paradiddles (you get the idea)
THE SEQUENCE (expand or alter as you wish) – using the above rhythmic/sticking applications
Major scale
Major 7 chord outline
Dominant 7 scale
V7 chord out line
Minor scale (natural)
Minor7 chord outline
Blues scale
Diminished (half step lead)
Diminished (whole step lead)
Half diminished (locrian 2)
Finish with various blues changes AND ii, V, I in key of the day – up and down the instrument using all voicing’s!
This should take anywhere from 20-45min depending on tempo, repetitions. Got more time? Do more reps…it only helps. Now, you can alter, amend, and revise this idea to whatever suits you. This is merely a routine I have put myself through, encouraged students to follow, and has been successful! Most important aspect is ROUTINE. Do it EVERY DAY!!! You may not see results tomorrow, however over time you will see progress. The secret to your success is your work ethic!
Oh, by the way – the ONLY thing that makes you better is practice!
here is a chops challenge for all of you. See if this works in your daily routine.
Rules:
1. ONE key per day.
2. you MUST run the board ascending/ descending >or< descending/ ascending at least 2 times per sequence. Lowest point o the instrument in that key to the highest point on that instrument in that key.
3. you MUST use a metronome, preferably set to 2 & 4. Slow to medium tempo.
the RHYTHMIC PROGRESSION
1st time = 8th notes
2nd time = 8th note triplets
3rd time = 16th notes
the STICKING APPLICATION
8th notes using alternate sticking, doubles, paradiddles (that’s 3 times up & down!)
8th note triplets using alternate sticking, doubles, paradiddles
(that’s 3 more times up & down!)
16th notes using alternate sticking, doubles, paradiddles (you get the idea)
THE SEQUENCE (expand or alter as you wish) – using the above rhythmic/sticking applications
Major scale
Major 7 chord outline
Dominant 7 scale
V7 chord out line
Minor scale (natural)
Minor7 chord outline
Blues scale
Diminished (half step lead)
Diminished (whole step lead)
Half diminished (locrian 2)
Finish with various blues changes AND ii, V, I in key of the day – up and down the instrument using all voicing’s!
This should take anywhere from 20-45min depending on tempo, repetitions. Got more time? Do more reps…it only helps. Now, you can alter, amend, and revise this idea to whatever suits you. This is merely a routine I have put myself through, encouraged students to follow, and has been successful! Most important aspect is ROUTINE. Do it EVERY DAY!!! You may not see results tomorrow, however over time you will see progress. The secret to your success is your work ethic!
Oh, by the way – the ONLY thing that makes you better is practice!
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chops challenge
jdapercussion Mon, 12/10/2012 - 22:39
here is a chops challenge for all of you. See if this works in your daily routine.
Rules:
1. ONE key per day.
2. you MUST run the board ascending/ descending >or< descending/ ascending at least 2 times per sequence. Lowest point o the instrument in that key to the highest point on that instrument in that key.
3. you MUST use a metronome, preferably set to 2 & 4. Slow to medium tempo.
the RHYTHMIC PROGRESSION
1st time = 8th notes
2nd time = 8th note triplets
3rd time = 16th notes
the STICKING APPLICATION
8th notes using alternate sticking, doubles, paradiddles (that’s 3 times up & down!)
8th note triplets using alternate sticking, doubles, paradiddles
(that’s 3 more times up & down!)
16th notes using alternate sticking, doubles, paradiddles (you get the idea)
THE SEQUENCE (expand or alter as you wish) – using the above rhythmic/sticking applications
Major scale
Major 7 chord outline
Dominant 7 scale
V7 chord out line
Minor scale (natural)
Minor7 chord outline
Blues scale
Diminished (half step lead)
Diminished (whole step lead)
Half diminished (locrian 2)
Finish with various blues changes AND ii, V, I in key of the day – up and down the instrument using all voicing’s!
This should take anywhere from 20-45min depending on tempo, repetitions. Got more time? Do more reps…it only helps. Now, you can alter, amend, and revise this idea to whatever suits you. This is merely a routine I have put myself through, encouraged students to follow, and has been successful! Most important aspect is ROUTINE. Do it EVERY DAY!!! You may not see results tomorrow, however over time you will see progress. The secret to your success is your work ethic!
Oh, by the way – the ONLY thing that makes you better is practice!
chops challenge
jdapercussion Mon, 12/10/2012 - 22:40
here is a chops challenge for all of you. See if this works in your daily routine.
Rules:
1. ONE key per day.
2. you MUST run the board ascending/ descending >or< descending/ ascending at least 2 times per sequence. Lowest point o the instrument in that key to the highest point on that instrument in that key.
3. you MUST use a metronome, preferably set to 2 & 4. Slow to medium tempo.
the RHYTHMIC PROGRESSION
1st time = 8th notes
2nd time = 8th note triplets
3rd time = 16th notes
the STICKING APPLICATION
8th notes using alternate sticking, doubles, paradiddles (that’s 3 times up & down!)
8th note triplets using alternate sticking, doubles, paradiddles
(that’s 3 more times up & down!)
16th notes using alternate sticking, doubles, paradiddles (you get the idea)
THE SEQUENCE (expand or alter as you wish) – using the above rhythmic/sticking applications
Major scale
Major 7 chord outline
Dominant 7 scale
V7 chord out line
Minor scale (natural)
Minor7 chord outline
Blues scale
Diminished (half step lead)
Diminished (whole step lead)
Half diminished (locrian 2)
Finish with various blues changes AND ii, V, I in key of the day – up and down the instrument using all voicing’s!
This should take anywhere from 20-45min depending on tempo, repetitions. Got more time? Do more reps…it only helps. Now, you can alter, amend, and revise this idea to whatever suits you. This is merely a routine I have put myself through, encouraged students to follow, and has been successful! Most important aspect is ROUTINE. Do it EVERY DAY!!! You may not see results tomorrow, however over time you will see progress. The secret to your success is your work ethic!
Oh, by the way – the ONLY thing that makes you better is practice!