Yes…I named it “The Flappy Goose.” Why? Just watch.

The breakdown: To do “The Flappy Goose,” raise your hi-hat clutch around three inches above the bottom hi-hat cymbal and loosen the washers that hold the top hi-hat very loose so the cymbal can wobble about 45 degrees. To get started, push down on one of the sides of the top hi-hat and stomp on the pedal to begin a rhythmic pattern. It will take some practice to get the rhythm down and to keep the hi-hats with enough wobble. I only recommend using this for a very specific purpose or special featured beats. It is inconvenient since you have to raise your clutch much higher than you would normally have it. It is also quite difficult to control your volume with this technique. Needless to say, it is still a unique sound and quite entertaining to watch. Feel free to contact me for any questions. Happy practicing!