40-59 bpm - 60-99 bpm - 100-159 bpm - 160-240 bpm

Show summary ▾ If you have intermediate to advanced limb independence skills, this is where you should start. This playlist features straight-feel reading charts designed to test and expand your four-way coordination and sight-reading abilities on the drum set. These play-alongs will challenge you to maintain a steady groove (ostinato pattern) while reading complex rhythmic figures (melodies). Jump to the video timestamps to practice at tempos ranging from 40 bpm to as fast as 240 bpm, organized into four different playlists linked above. If you’re not sure how to develop limb independence to even read these charts, see the video near the top of each playlist that walks you step-by-step through developing limb independence on the drum kit.

40-59 bpm - 60-99 bpm - 100-159 bpm - 160-240 bpm

Show summary ▾ If you have intermediate to advanced limb independence skills, this is where you should start. The swung charts playlist focuses on developing your jazz and swing limb independence by reading complex comping figures against a constant swing ride pattern and hi-hat foot in the play-along. These play-alongs will challenge you to maintain a steady groove (ostinato pattern) while reading complex rhythmic figures (melodies). Jump to the video timestamps to practice at tempos ranging from 40 bpm to as fast as 240 bpm, organized into four different playlists linked above. If you’re not sure how to develop limb independence to even read these charts, see the video near the top of each playlist that walks you step-by-step through developing limb independence on the drum kit.

All - 8th - Triplet - 16th

Show summary ▾ If you are new to limb independence, this is where you should start. These limb independence timing exercises are essential for drum kit players looking to lock in their internal clock while learning different ostinato patterns. By working through 8th note, triplet, or 16th note playlist linked above, you will systematically improve your coordination and groove stability while playing limb independence. Use the timestamps in the description to practice at different tempos, focusing on keeping your foundational limbs perfectly synchronized with the click while the variable limb explores the subdivision.

All - Basics

Show summary ▾ If you’re having difficulty switching from one rhythm to another while playing limb independence, these playlists are designed to help. The “basics” playlist has fundamental (e.g., quarter, 8th, triplet, and 16th note) rhythms that help you develop a solid foundation for transitioning in and out of various rhythms. And the “all” playlist has some wackier rhythms like septuplets (sevenlets), 5:3 8th notes, and other goofy rhythms that modern drummers like to play. If you want to practice them, I’ve got you covered with the playlist above.