Drum Lesson: Getting the Most From Your Hi-Hat Foot

Get Your Free DRUM! Mag Pack ► https://pro.drummagazine.com/free-drum-mag-pack One easily overlooked aspect of drumming is the versatility the hi-hat provides to the drum set. While we maintain a healthy regimen of hand exercises and bass drum technique development, the hi-hat foot gets the least amount of attention. This neglect can lead to bad posture, imbalanced weight distribution from the throne, and limited ability to produce subtle sonic changes necessary for being a well-rounded drummer.

Starting with the basic concept of pressure with your hi-hat foot on the pedal, one simple exercise is to slowly raise and lower your foot on the pedal (heel down) at an even pace. Allow yourself to feel where the tension appears. Notice if any other part of your body tenses up, even when idle, when doing this. Perhaps your toes are curling up in your shoe, or maybe there is tension in your mouth. You want to recognize this and do your best to undo the tension while performing this exercise.

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