Latin Rudiments

I get a lot of requests for patterns that are very typical sounding, useful, and relatively standard. Sounds like rudiments to me! Here are four typical patterns that can help you get a grip on "latin" patterns.

Patterns "a" and "b" are the cascara pattern in the 2-3 clave direction, pattern "b" adding accents. The bass drum, well, please do experiment. Try leaving the fourth quarter note off, just playing the "and" of beat "2". A bit more open sounding.

Patterns "c" and "d" are more Brasilian sounding and can be used for samba applications.

You'll notice that the sticking patterns are combinations of singles, doubles, and diddles.

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