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Transcribing Transcribing taught me how to read music. I remember some of the first drum parts I transcribed. They were James Brown grooves like Sex Machine and Papa's Got a Brand New Bag. (OK, I also had a copy of the great book, Modern Reading Text in 4/4 by Bellson/Breines.) I wanted to learn these James Brown grooves and I think I knew I had to write them out. What I do when I transcribe drum set parts is to concentrate on one element of the sound, usually the "ride" pattern (if it's a groove). This could be hi hat, cymbal, cowbell, or other ride surfaces. Once this part is written out, I then go on to snare parts, concentrating solely on that part. Ans so it goes, until I have the whole part written. I've usually stayed with transcribing grooves, writing out less solos. I did try and transcribe some Elvin Jones solos. Difficult! Transcribing can teach you a lot about drums and about yourself! If you really admire a certain drummer or percussionist, writing out some of their grooves and learning them well can lead you to some of your own applications and patterns. You build on what you love. Transcribing can also teach you about reading notation. You must be able to translate the sounds you hear to the written note. It can be a wonderful learning situation. Do you have any drumming and/or musical subject you'd like to know more about? Please write to me and I'll do my best to address your requests!
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