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Open, Closed, Open
Open, closed, open is a technique of playing snare drum rudiments, especially used during auditions or classical practice routines. Technique "Open, closed, open," also referred to as "open to close to open," or "slow, fast, slow," consists of beginning a drum rudiment very slow and controlled, speeding up evenly until at the maximum speed for the drummer, then slowing back down after maintaining that speed. Optimally, the drummer should end on the opposite hand as started, in case of alternating rudiments such as paradiddles. The speed at which the exercise ends should be the same speed as the exercise began. The time taken to accelerate to maximum speed should be equal to the time taken to decelerate to the beginning speed so that the exercise is symmetrical. The exercise should last one to two minutes with each individual rudiment, depending on the skill and stamina of the player, so that 30 seconds to one minute consists of acceleration and then a corresponding 30 seconds to on ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Snare Drum
The snare (or side drum) is a percussion instrument that produces a sharp staccato sound when the head is struck with a drum stick, due to the use of a series of stiff wires held under tension against the lower skin. Snare drums are often used in orchestras, concert bands, marching bands, parades, drumlines, drum corps, and more. It is one of the central pieces in a drum set, a collection of percussion instruments designed to be played by a seated drummer and used in many genres of music. Snare drums are usually played with drum sticks, but other beaters such as the brush or the rute can be used to achieve different tones. The snare drum is a versatile and expressive percussion instrument due to its sensitivity and responsiveness. The sensitivity of the snare drum allows it to respond audibly to the softest strokes, even with a wire brush. It can be used for complex rhythmic patterns and engaging solos at moderate volumes. Its high dynamic range allows the player to produce po ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
