Track your progress by noting your "comfortable" tempo and gradually pushing it up over weeks, not hours.
For decades, drummers around the world have sought to unlock the secrets of Joe Morello's legendary playing style. As the iconic drummer of The Dave Brubeck Quartet, Morello was renowned for his unique approach to jazz drumming, which blended technical mastery with musicality and creativity. His groundbreaking method, known as "Master Studies," has been widely sought after by drummers and musicians looking to elevate their skills and deepen their understanding of music.
Master Studies is not a book of beats or jazz patterns; it is a comprehensive technical workout designed to maximize the efficiency of the hands. Morello believed that if a drummer had control over the stick, speed would naturally follow. The book focuses on the mechanics of movement, the rebound of the stick, and the importance of a relaxed, fluid wrist and finger technique.