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So glad that you have made TRC a part of your regular percussion diet...! Very cool that you are passing on the torch to your brother. Videos coming soon of the easy and medium solos in JUST DESSERTS...basically, it is TRC...volume 2...!!

@@edwardfreytag Looking forward to it!!

Hahahaha! Thanks...I think! WE used the REMO Black Max on the batter side and REMO clear Mylar (cranked) on the bottom. I wanted to get a little snare resonance in the session (hence the mylar) so the drum would not sound like a table top...! The MAPEX snare units are great giving me a lot of latitude in how much response I do or don't want. Unfortunately, I hear and judge many HS lines that are ridiculously dry and boned to the moon...so much so that the kids cannot present decent ensemble unity even when they are well trained!

Outstanding...! Hope you enjoy the solo and hoping you do a great presentation...! Keep me in the loop!

@@edwardfreytag I definitely will. I also learned the third page.

​@@edwardfreytag I played and got third at the talent show. It went amazing! Everyone started to cheer my name and afterwards, almost everyone said I should've gotten first.

@@humanperson-ef5gm OUTSTANDING...! Glad everyone enjoyed your performance and glad they loved my composition! Keep up the great work...!

@@edwardfreytag Thank you so much! What solo would you recommend for solo and ensemble out of the book next year? I'm trying to do something out of your book every year and I really hope in Highschool, your solos will take me to state!

Outstanding and congratulations to you...! Hope you enjoyed playing the solo and hope you will play more...! Spread the word about the cool solos in TRC...!

@@edwardfreytag I'm definitely gonna play more solos from this book next year! Thanks for the amazing solos!

Outstanding! Hope you enjoyed playing the solo...hope you will do more!

@@edwardfreytag thanks I will

Nick is a former percussion student of mine and was in my drumline when I was on faculty at LaVergne HS in Rutherford County, TN. We have been doing vid projects together from time to time. He did a great job on The Rudimental Cookbook shoot and we are working on a Just Desserts project as we speak.

@@edwardfreytag that’s so cool! Can you tell Nick that I’m a fan of Pink Floyd?

Thanks a ton...!

Outstanding! Hope you enjoyed the solo!

Outstanding on your high rating! Hope you enjoyed the solo and hope you will dig into more from the COOKBOOK...also, hope you will check out JUST DESSERTS for even MORE solo choices! Happy Drumming, my friend!

Then...practice, practice, practice! Hopefully, the video tutorial will assist in whatever errors you were making. Super luck on your upcoming preparation performance at the end of the month...!

You have always been a great inspiration to me in every way. Just had to dedicate something seriously rudimental to you! Hope to see you sometime soon!

You got it boss!

Outstanding...! Thanks a ton, Tom, for having one of your students play my work! Much appreciated!

Cool!

Hope you enjoyed the vid and hope it was helpful to you. New vids going up often...hope they all benefit you in some fashion!

Sounds like a great idea. Enjoy the vid.

OK...first, I suggest you really watch the vid at around 2:18...you will get to both see and hear the lick/measure you are referencing. To break it down...in measure 6...the first drag (LL), I would place on the "uh" of 2 of measure 5...the RH eighth note is right on count 1...the next drag (LL) would be placed on the "e" of 1...the next two 16th notes would logically be on "&" "uh" of 1. The tied 16th note on the downbeat of 2 will not be played. The next drag (RR) will be on the downbeat of 2 taking the place of the tied 16th note. The next 16th note will logically be on "e" of 2 followed by the RH eighth note on the "&" of 2. There it is... Hope that makes sense.

Outstanding...! Keep pressing them forward in their rudimental development...they will LOVE you for it much later! More vids coming soon!

Sorry about the delay in my response...just saw this post! My counting would be...1 e - & o let - 2 o let - & ah. Some would count it as 1 e - & ta ta - 2 ta ta - & ah. Either is correct.

Yes...they should be listed in the order that they first appear in the solo.

@@edwardfreytag Thanks. It's rad that you are so responsive to comments I really appreciate it.

Absolutely.

Interesting comment...thanks a ton for the positive vibe. I make it clear that what William and I are doing is not traditional in any way other than how good the groove feels. What we do works great for us in recording sessions, jazz small groups, jazz big bands, and any other ensembles we play with...which are many! I've never had complaints about any grooves I or we play...I have performed w/ Eliane Elias, Randy Brecker, Dizzy Gillespie, Aretha Franklin, and many others. The grooves we play are designed to stretch the envelope of what people have always played...we are doing that very successfully and with much approval for the styles and feels. If you don't dig it...then don't play it. That simple...there it is.

Glad to be a factor in getting you back into the drum vibe...! Enjoy!

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it!

It's a demanding solo that proves difficult for many players. Just simply encourage your friend to practice diligently on developing the rudimental techniques required to successfully perform the piece. AND...be very supportive of their efforts...that's what good friends do.

Hahahaha! It is a super instrument once you max its potential...! I love playing it on cool grooves! Get one, dude!

Excellent! This was one of the very first solos I wrote for The Rudimental Cookbook and is one of my faves! Have fun working on the solo...and I wish you very well in your performance! If you would like me to eval your preparation for your concert, send me a vid sometime of you playing the piece and I will give some helpful comments. Enjoy!

@@edwardfreytag I would love that!! I have Cerebral Palsy, so my band director will change some stickings. I'll make you proud!

@@LBD-2021 I'm sure you will...! Best wishes for you!

Outstanding!

Thank you, Benjamin!

Thanks, Benjamin, for the two thumbs up!

Working on one for drumset and perc as we speak!

@@edwardfreytag Thank you Mr. Freytag. Looking forward to your new publication !!

Outstanding! Have fun and experiment with techniques a lot! Give me a shout if you have questions!

Hahahaha! Thanks, Bob! I absolutely love the instrument and have spent some time researching and practicing many different techniques that I have found to be very useful in the studio and in live performances. Hope you dig into it as well...have fun! Happy Drumming!

Thanks a ton!

Bob...I am overwhelmed by all of your positive comments! I am so glad that things I created have had such a positive impact on your drumming. Thanks so much for you expressing your thoughts concerning The Rudimental Cookbook and for your commitment to spreading the word about things I have written. Best wishes to you and super Happy Drumming...!

The basic sticking for hands in its unaltered state (with varieties of accents is RlRlrLrlrrll rlRlrLrlrrll...caps being accents. There are MANY versions and varieties of approaches to the sticking and accents that can be used. Hope that helps!

Outstanding! Congrats on your first place finishes! So glad The Rudimental Cookbook provided you with great material to play! I always love hearing that my compositions have super positive effects for and create great experiences for young musicians across the globe! The best of luck w/ AND THE KITCHEN SINK...! It's one of my faves!

Outstanding! Hope the video helps you in your preparation process! The best of luck on your upcoming performance!

@@edwardfreytag thank you!!

Contact Michael Berg directly for how to get the bag. Contact info/opps are at the end of the video. Hope that helps!

@@edwardfreytag thank you!

So, what would you like to know about the 0:40 mark in the vid or what comment would you like to make?

Thanks, my friend! Comment much appreciated...!!

I absolutely dig this backpack more than any other bag I have owned...! I carry it every day...you'll dig it!