I visited the legendary Paiste cymbal factory!! I didn’t just learn how the best cymbals in the world are made - I got to try my hand at hammering a cymbal myself and it wasn’t easy!
It’s even more clear to me why Paiste makes the greatest cymbals in the world - the people behind them are so caring and thoughtful that there’s no other possible outcome!
Did you know that just 24 rhythmic patterns unlock every groove, fill, and beat you'll ever need to play?
Most drummers spend years practicing hundreds of different exercises, when they could be mastering just ONE foundational skill that makes everything else click.
I call it the "Rhythmic Checklist" - and it's the secret weapon behind every drummer who seems to effortlessly play anything they hear.
Here's how it works:
- Within a group of four 16th notes (1 e and a), there are exactly 16 possible rhythm combinations - Master these patterns through simple counting and clapping exercises - Add ostinatos (steady repeating patterns) to build coordination - Repeat the same for the Triplet Checklist (the final 8 rhythms) - Soon you'll be creating unlimited grooves and fills with ease
My student Dave struggled for 20 years with basic coordination before he came to me and he committed to 10 minutes of Rhythmic Checklist practice daily. Two weeks later, everything clicked. Six months later, he was playing patterns he once thought impossible.
Check out the lesson to learn how to do it yourself:
Ever notice how some drummers seem to play ANYTHING that comes to their mind while others struggle to play basic patterns cleanly?
Here's the truth: it's NOT about talent or how many hours you practice. It's about practicing the RIGHT things in the RIGHT way.
I've been teaching drummers for years, and I've discovered that ONE exercise consistently produces massive results faster than anything else. It's based on the Rhythmic Checklist system, and it develops:
- Dynamic control between accents and ghost notes - Four-way coordination between all limbs - The ability to play ANY phrase you can imagine - Your unique voice as a drummer
The best part? You only need 15-20 minutes a day to see dramatic improvement.
One of my students, John, struggled with coordination for MONTHS before I introduced him to this exercise. After just TWO WEEKS of patient, deliberate practice with this system, his playing transformed more than it had in six months of random practice.
Watch the video to learn even more about this powerful exercise.
Because I’ve had to start over on the drums so many times…
I’ve had to fix countless mistakes and break dozens of bad habits:
-My hands would cramp up -I would tire out after 10 minutes of playing -My timing was shoddy and I couldn’t figure out how to get better control of my hands
I was stuck.
But I still had hope!
And naturally that’s made me stubbornly obsessed with figuring out better methods us drummers can use to improve on the drums.
If you want to learn what I’ve discovered, then I’m putting together something that will help you fix your drum technique for good. No more “I’m still not fast enough to play that song with the band” after this.
Want in?
Not so fast! I’m in the final stages of building it…
Dimitri Fantini
I visited the legendary Paiste cymbal factory!! I didn’t just learn how the best cymbals in the world are made - I got to try my hand at hammering a cymbal myself and it wasn’t easy!
It’s even more clear to me why Paiste makes the greatest cymbals in the world - the people behind them are so caring and thoughtful that there’s no other possible outcome!
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Dimitri Fantini
Did you know that just 24 rhythmic patterns unlock every groove, fill, and beat you'll ever need to play?
Most drummers spend years practicing hundreds of different exercises, when they could be mastering just ONE foundational skill that makes everything else click.
I call it the "Rhythmic Checklist" - and it's the secret weapon behind every drummer who seems to effortlessly play anything they hear.
Here's how it works:
- Within a group of four 16th notes (1 e and a), there are exactly 16 possible rhythm combinations
- Master these patterns through simple counting and clapping exercises
- Add ostinatos (steady repeating patterns) to build coordination
- Repeat the same for the Triplet Checklist (the final 8 rhythms)
- Soon you'll be creating unlimited grooves and fills with ease
My student Dave struggled for 20 years with basic coordination before he came to me and he committed to 10 minutes of Rhythmic Checklist practice daily. Two weeks later, everything clicked. Six months later, he was playing patterns he once thought impossible.
Check out the lesson to learn how to do it yourself:
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Dimitri Fantini
Ever notice how some drummers seem to play ANYTHING that comes to their mind while others struggle to play basic patterns cleanly?
Here's the truth: it's NOT about talent or how many hours you practice. It's about practicing the RIGHT things in the RIGHT way.
I've been teaching drummers for years, and I've discovered that ONE exercise consistently produces massive results faster than anything else. It's based on the Rhythmic Checklist system, and it develops:
- Dynamic control between accents and ghost notes
- Four-way coordination between all limbs
- The ability to play ANY phrase you can imagine
- Your unique voice as a drummer
The best part? You only need 15-20 minutes a day to see dramatic improvement.
One of my students, John, struggled with coordination for MONTHS before I introduced him to this exercise. After just TWO WEEKS of patient, deliberate practice with this system, his playing transformed more than it had in six months of random practice.
Watch the video to learn even more about this powerful exercise.
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what's your favorite cymbal in your collection?
I'll go first... it's my 21" Dark Energy Dark Dry Ride(s)... unbelievable tone and articulation!
4 months ago | [YT] | 19
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what's your favorite drum head brand and why?
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What do you want to learn from my next free workshop?
It's coming up really soon so sign up free here: www.dimitrifantinidrums.com/workshop-dec-19-2024
and comment what you want to achieve on the drums next!
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Dimitri Fantini
Favorite drum heads?
6 months ago | [YT] | 10
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Dimitri Fantini
What's your favorite snare drum type?
6 months ago | [YT] | 2
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Dimitri Fantini
I wish I knew this when I started drumming...
Because I’ve had to start over on the drums so many times…
I’ve had to fix countless mistakes and break dozens of bad habits:
-My hands would cramp up
-I would tire out after 10 minutes of playing
-My timing was shoddy and I couldn’t figure out how to get better control of my hands
I was stuck.
But I still had hope!
And naturally that’s made me stubbornly obsessed with figuring out better methods us drummers can use to improve on the drums.
If you want to learn what I’ve discovered, then I’m putting together something that will help you fix your drum technique for good. No more “I’m still not fast enough to play that song with the band” after this.
Want in?
Not so fast! I’m in the final stages of building it…
But you can sign up here to be the first to get access: dimitrifantinidrums.com/handtechniquewaitlist
You don’t wanna miss this!
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Dimitri Fantini
You ever look back at your practice sessions and ask yourself “did I even get any better today?”
It’s NOT just you.
Every aspiring drummer wants to know how they can get faster, stronger, cleaner hand technique…
So I’m going to help you do something about it.
Let me show you a system for leveling up your hand technique so you can play faster, cleaner, and with less effort than ever before.
It’s still in the final stages of production…
But you can sign up here to be the first to get access: dimitrifantinidrums.com/handtechniquewaitlist
More to come soon!
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