This exercise works on isolating single hand diddles (bounces) in duple time. At a slow tempo, use the wrist and fingers to produce a controlled double STROKE. Work the exercise at a slow tempo with your hands on your legs (without sticks) or with your sticks on a pillow or floor tom. As you increase the speed, begin to use your fingers to add quality behind the second stroke. At faster tempos (cut time, half note = 80+), use a double BOUNCE instead of a double stroke.

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These exercises are excerpted from Mark Wessels' book, A Fresh Approach to the Snare Drum – the most comprehensive method available that simultaneously provides instruction for rhythm reading, technique fundamentals, rudimental training, coordination and musicianship necessary for today's well rounded percussionist!

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