- Fundamentals of the Katsugi (slung) Okedo (light, roped drum)
- We will cover everything from tying/tuning the drum, adjusting the strap, stance, grip, and the strike.
- Newly developed Katsugi drills will be taught to enable you to play difficult musical patterns for future use.
Proposed Outline of 9-Week Course
- Set Up,Rope Tying, Rt Side Strikes, 4-8/2-4/1-2, Drill Piece 1a~d
- Both Sides Strikes, Double Strokes, 4-8/2-4/1-2, 1a~d Review
- Crossover, 4-8/2-4/1-2, 2a~d
- Walk, Paradiddle 1, 1a~2d
- Walk, Paradiddle 1~4 Cross Over, 3a~3d
- Walk, Swing beat isolation Drill, Review 1a~3d
- Transition to Movement 3, Movement 3 - Isolation Solo Section
- Movement 3 - Crossover Section
- Review