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THE DRUM CHANNEL METHOD
This proven curriculum was taught by Mike Packer for 30 years at Musician's Institute and Los Angeles College of Music. It offers 10 courses with over 250 lessons and 60 playalongs across four difficulty levels covering technique, independence, vocabulary, rudiments, reading, and performance.
MICRO COURSES, MASTERCLASSES AND RUDIMENTS
There is no end to learning in the DC Academy. Our Micro Courses and Masterclasses bring you more that 100 contributing instructors teaching you what they have learned. Our Rudimental Crash Course is a fast way to find the rudiment you want to practice.
Micro Courses
Choose a subject you want to get better at, and great teachers will share their knowledge with you. There’s always something new to learn. Click here for the micro courses.
Masterclasses
Today’s greatest drummers share with you the secrets of their success. A great resource for you to become the best drummer you can be. Click here for the Masterclasses.
Rudiments
Quick guide to 40 rudiments with Practice Assist Metronome™ that makes you go faster. Click here for the Rudimental Crash Course.
TWO LESSONS YOU MUST LEARN!
These two lessons are fundamental to most everything you will play. They are “The Bounce Stroke” by Ralph Humphrey, and “Basic Rock Beat with Outside Release®” by Chad Smith.
Basic Rock Beat with Outside Release®
The Bounce Stroke
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Technique 2
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Reading 2
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Independence 2
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Playing 2