Drums with Sam A.

Relocating To The USA Sammy ‘The Bull’ ​ Since relocating to the USA in 2002, Australian born double bass drumming star, Sammy “The Bull”, has embedded his unique footprint into the LA music scene. A sought after educator, Sammy has embarked on European and Asian clinic tours, performed at the Montreal and Batuka! Drum Festivals and Australia’s Ultimate Drummer’s Weekend. Sammy’s live and recording credits include Jazz-Improv rockers Gongzilla, Rockstar Supernova’s Lukas Rossi, MR. BIG’s Billy Sheehan, Extreme’s Nuno Bettencourt and legendary ex-Guns N’ Roses guitarist Slash… ​ In 2011, Sammy & fellow co – author Matt Sorum released a book entitled, ‘Double Bass Drumming & Power Fills Workout’ The definitive must-have workout text on double bass drumming grooves and power fills for the modern rock drummer. ​ Sam’s level of experience, ability to play multiple styles of music, and provide professional value added services such as musical directorship and sight reading put him in high demand for shows ranging from small club trios playing jazz through to large capacity stadium shows playing classic rock to country music. Sam continues the path toward becoming one of the highly respected and world renowned Drummers of modern times. Credits Steven Adler (GNR) Personal Drum Coach Rob Morrow (Actor / Musician) Nuno Bettencourt (Extreme) Billy Sheehan (David Lee Roth) Napoleon Brock Murphy (Frank Zappa) Hannah Montana Lukas Rossi (Rockstar Supernova) Paige Hamilton (Helmet) Logan Mader (Machine Head) 3 Days Grace Gong / Gongzilla Summer Rose Ruby James Endrone Tony MacAlpine (Steve Vai) (Sessions) Mark Boals (Yngwie Malmsteen) (Sessions) *** Lesson Details *** Sam has taught drums all over the globe for over 20 years, from beginners to professionals. All lessons are tailored to the students individual needs. LEARN: 1. Technique 2. Sight Reading 3. Soloing 4. Double Bass Drumming 5. Odd Time 6. Co-Ordination 7. Rudiments 8. Grooves 9. Drum Fills 10. Ostinato's 11. Independence 12. Showmanship 13. Studio 14. Syncopation 15. Accents 16. Motivation 17. Playing to a click track 18. Rock, Jazz, Punk, Heavy Metal, Speed Metal, Latin, Funk, Fusion, Blues.... And much more............. *** Studio Equipment *** Sam has 3 Mapex Saturn Series Drum-Kits. Fully equipped with a PA and Double Bass Drum Pedals.... *** Travel Equipment *** I will provide the teaching materials. I expect the student to have a drum-kit or at least a practice pad and sticks. *** Specialties *** Hand technique (Moller) Feet technique (Heel & toe) Co-ordination, independence, soloing, studio drumming, funk, rock, jazz, funk, latin, fusion, odd time, metal, sight reading, music business, syncopation, ostinato's, hand & Feet exercises, groove development,