So the story behind this video…My friend Derek Schwauppach and I have some drumming hangs here and there so decided to make some drum videos this time. We combined all of our cameras and he came over to my drum room and we each shot a video (he shot 2 – lucky dog :P). We gave each other the camera shots of each other and I bounced him the audio I recorded so we could both edit our own audio/video. Here is the result of mine! Hope it makes you dance 🙂
Tag: Drum
We Don’t Talk Anymore – Drum Cover
Had a blast shooting and editing this! It’s very….colorful to say the least. Enjoy!
Tom Chaos
R K L (repeat!)
This combo is super useful for fills, soloing, and even on different drums/cymbals! Try it! No Cymbals needed for this 🙂
“Love Goes On” – Drum Cam
New drum cam up on my YouTube channel! I always use 16″ hi-hats when playing this song! It is a MUST. My hair was in a rough season here…More videos coming soon. Super excited about them.
Words For How This Feels Drum Cam – Andi & Alex Live at Meyer Theater
“Words For How This Feels” was our closing song (yes, we did an encore shortly after) and also my favorite song by A&A. This is my favorite show I have ever played for so many reasons. It was sold out at Meyer Theater in Green Bay, WI (my hometown) and so many of my friends/family came out to support and have a great time with us. Here’s a snippet of the show.
Drum Solo from Andi & Alex Live at Meyer Theater
This was my favorite show I have ever played. I grew up with every member of the band playing in youth group together and even went to prom with Andi. The overwhelming support from friends and family made it so special. I was fortunate enough to have some time towards the middle of the set to make some “ear candy”…
Tom Groove
Short clip recorded/edited by me. Sometimes you don’t need cymbals and can still sound busy and big. Headphones recommended! This is a very linear groove that only plays one drum at a time filling the “16th note spectrum” as I call it. That idea makes for some awesome grooves if you throw snare on 2 and 4!
“What Do You Mean” Drum Cover
After hours and hours of work and weeks of post editing and decisions, here it is! This project taught me so much about how much work high production videos really take and how much to prepare beforehand. It was a blast to shoot and had an amazing crew helping make the magic happen. More to come for sure. Enjoy!
Hi-Hat Gap Filler Groove
You can make a groove sound so much more full and feel better by filling in the gaps that do not have kick/snare with hi-hat or accented hi-hat if you are already playing it. I love this concept and how it sounds.
12 Inch Hi-Hat Groove
It’s great to explore with all the gear you have and use different combinations for different sounds. I found this combination of 12 inch splash cymbals make some sweet hi-hats. I love these for that tight crisp sound.
Ghost Note Groove
Check out this short little clip recorded/edited by yours truly in my home studio. It is a triplet groove with my left hand covering all the ghost notes. I tried some different mic-ing techniques. The bass drum mic (Shure 52) is inside the bass drum right in front of the beater. This seemed to give it more punch, although should be blended with another mic outside of the kick for more woof. I also had a room mic placed 10 feet in front of the bass drum. I think room mics are so important especially for hi-hat and snare tone!! ..and no…overheads do not count as room mics 🙂
The Church Is Alive Drum Cam
This video shows what I hear while I play at church. I use a “MD” (music director) mic that only the band can hear so I can direct the band, call out chords and important sections, lead transitions, and count everyone back in if necessary. It was recorded at live on a Sunday morning service at River Valley Church.
The production team calls this camera shot “Goose Cam”…for obvious reasons…
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Drop The Bass
Another video up! Jamming on some vintage Ludwig Drums to a EDM sounding track I made.
The Flappy Goose Hi-Hat Technique!
If you didn’t know I have a YouTube channel….surprise! Goose The Drummer! New video up explaining and showing this flashy hi-hat technique. Enjoy!
Young Goose The Drummer
Yep…That’s me on my first ever drum kit. It was an Enforcer 4 piece with hi hats and one 18″ crash/ride cymbal. It was a good day if my top hi hat did not invert. BUT, it was such a blessing to have that kit. It gave me a hint of my future passion for music. Notice the Tech Decks and hand board in the background…well..um…that happened.
Big Groove Part 4/4
Big open hats with my favorite washy cymbals! 22″ Zildjian K Constantinople Medium Thin Low Ride Cymbal and a 20″ Zildjian Crash of Doom on my left! I love the contrast of these used together. What do you use?
Isaac (Drum Student) Drumming!
Isaac is one of my drum students. I recorded this with him to show him the process of a sound check, recording, how to sync audio and video, and what to expect from a sound guy or someone recording him! Oh, and it was also super fun. Enjoy!
Big Groove Part 3/4
Here’s the third of four using some 13″ Ludwig Hi Hat crunching! Enjoy!
Big Groove Part 2/4
Here’s the second of four! Subscribe HERE. You’re only two clicks away 🙂
Big Groove Part 1/4
I have been experimenting with creating huge drum sounds and made four different types of grooves to work with. Enjoy!
Big Sounding Drums
‘That Sound’ samples being triggered by Roland acoustic drum triggers on kick and snare to sound even more big. Inspired by Paul Mabury. Also, enjoy my face in this video.
I Moved! New Lesson/Practice Space!
I am stoked about my new house! I am living with two of my great friends who both are heavily involved in studio recording. My home lessons take place in this room. I occasionally have two drum kits set up so the student and I can even play along to recordings at the same time if necessary. I am very excited about this!
Head on over to the Contact tab to book a lesson slot!
Meet Drum Student Nate!
This is Nate! He is 7 years old and has been learning on an electric kit. Nate knows the settings on that thing better than I do and can wiz around to change different sounds and volumes for his kit. He works hard and (as you see) always has a great attitude and is excited to learn!
Scott Lang’s Insightful Thoughts On Making Children Do Music
Came across this insightful video on making your children do music. Having your child pursue music and/or lessons usually gets to the point (I know it did for me) when the child will want to quit taking lessons or pursuing an instrument. Check this out.
Headphone Cord Trick!
Ever have problems with your in-ear cord getting stepped on, unplugged, or not tight enough and losing your mix? Try taping it to the back of your stool so you can plug in and be good to go! It has worked great for me and prevented many mishaps!
*ALBUM ALERT* Hearts On Fire by NCU Worship Live
“The Flappy Goose” Hi-Hat Technique
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!