JoJo Mayer Secret Weapons for the Modern Drummer Foot Technique. Check out this lesson on Moeller Stroke basics from Jojo Mayer. Excerpted from his 'Secret Weapons for the Modern Drummer' DVD. More information at HudsonMusic.com.

In November 2014, Hudson Music will release the most comprehensive guide to foot technique for drummers ever available,. With this sequel to his award-winning bestseller on hand technique, Jojo Mayer covers a wide range of techniques, from the most fundamental to the most sophisticated. State-of-the-art visualization and in-depth analysis offer easy to follow, step-by-step instructions for drummers of every skill level. In this highly entertaining and informative program, Jojo explains every aspect of foot technique and pedals—and for the first time reveals the inner workings of his own technique in great detail. Contents of include bass drum technique fundamentals including heel-down and heel-up playing, playing “in” vs. “out” of the bass drum, the pivot, bass drum hybrid techniques such as double strokes, the constant release technique, exploiting rebound/dislocated spring exercise, the rocking motion, the swiveling technique, the heel-toe technique, the Mayer power slide technique, grouping exercises, the Moeller pumping motion and Jojo’s personal “secret weapon” techniques. Also included in the DVD is a complete discussion of the history of the bass drum pedal, anatomy of the pedal, a guide on adjusting your pedals, overview of the perfect balance pedal, discussion of shoes, single vs.

Double pedal, and a complete analysis of the hi-hat, from its history to setup to playing techniques. Jojo also covers useful topics such as speed, control, managing beater flutter, balance on the drum seat, seat height and posture, and single and double stroke coordination. Additional bonus material, tips and performance clips are included as well. Order today through the Drummer Cafe!

This is with out a doubt the finest guide to hand technique ever filmed and hence, shall be the standard to which all drum technique videos are held. It covers the entire spectrum of Jojo’s hand technique arsenal. From the absolute beginning (grips, fulcrum, hand position, matched and traditional grip, etc) to the most advanced techniques that he uses in his playing (moller, drop bounce, push pull, etc). Jojo explains the physical and anatomical aspects of each technique, and makes excellent use of slow motion and CGI effects, so you can see and truly grasp what you are seeing.

He lays out exercises, trouble shoots problems, and explains the main points of his practicing philosophy. All of this makes learning the techniques, not only possible but surprisingly fast. Especially when compared to somebody just aimlessly practicing without a plan. Successful erp implementation case study pdf examples for 4 students. Props to Jojo for doing all the heavy brain work for us. The only thing he omitted that I wished he hadn’t was the buzz roll. There was a perfect opportunity to talk about it right after the section on performing double strokes but he jumps to grip switching.

Maybe he figured it’s a natural extension of the double stroke roll which he did cover to me though it’s different enough to be considered its own animal. Not a huge complaint but a complaint none the less. Other than that you will pretty much want for nothing as far as hand technique is concerned. As far as production and extra content goes, the DvD is a step down from other Hudson Music DvD’s. Maybe this has to do with this DvD being produced by the limited branch of Hudson music, maybe it was to cut cost, I really don’t know.