Entry Level
Checklist
Play the basic 8th note rock groove from memory
Play a selection of bass drum variations
Play 8th note rock grooves on the hi hat, ride cymbal, floor tom and crash cymbal
When playing the ride, play the hi hat pedal on beats 2 and 4
Play with quarter note and offbeat hi hat patterns
Maintain a steady tempo and groove with a click at 80-120 bpm
Align bass and snare notes with the hi hat - no flamming
Balance the dynamics between bass drum, snare drum and hi hat
Play open hi hats
Record an 8th note rock groove to a drumless track