Learn how to program midi drums using Reaper and Addictive Drums 2 software.

A Fernando original utilizing the wah wah

Combine what you've learned in previous drum lessons with this lesson and you'll be able to come up with some pretty sweet grooves.

How to use cymbals. I'll give a few licks to work with and you can take it from there. Using more cymbals makes the song sound more full.

The idea behind this new drum series at GMC is to provide valuable information on drum programming for virtual bands. And who knows perhaps we will inspire some guitarist to pick up drums as an instrument...! :D

Here's a lesson devoted to just the kick drum. Especially in today's rock music the bass drum has been extremely important. The beat presented here is all about the kick. As you can see, there really isn't much to the rest of the beat.

Lesson that covers important basic drum lines on a rock song example. Intro, verse, bridge, chorus and one fill are covered step by step.

Important things you need to know regarding drum cymbals.

If you can think the tune, you can create it. Follow along and see if you can expand on what I'm teaching to create something even better. Have fun!