Uploaded August 2021 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Whether you have absolutely zero drum knowledge or you are a more experienced writer already, this video detailing how I program drums will help you make your first beat and/or learn new tricks and different concepts.

I break down how to program drums in 3 steps - building a foundation attributing roles to different kit pieces, adding and removing stuff from said foundation, then switching around the roles in step 1 for really creative drum parts.

Hopefully this video is informative! Leave any feedback and questions down below, would really love to hear from you on this video.

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00:00 - Intro
00:54 - The kit pieces

03:00 - STEP 1 | Build a Foundation
08:46 - STEP 2 | Add & Remove
16:28 - STEP 3 | Get Creative

19:38 - Final thoughts

Download and check out the final MIDI file - dropbox.com/s/cxvs626dl1cad50/Final%20Drum%20MIDI.mid?dl=0

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