Learn how to play the drums in a variety of styles with our groovy [music short courses](https://www.sydneycommunitycollege.edu.au/courses/music) in Sydney! Drumming goes beyond just maintaining a beat. These Drum Lessons for Beginners will help you get a feeling for rhythm and find out how you can execute the grooves as you gain a basic understanding of the instrument. Designed to help you develop the ability to keep solid time, this drumming course will help you get a grip of basic musical terms and develop hand and feet coordination. You will learn dynamic levels and how to maintain good posture when sitting at the drums, as well as the importance of developing good listening skills. This course will help you begin your journey with an instrument that has the potential for unparalleled rhythmic expression. Lessons will be tailored to suit individual interests and needs. ## Learning outcomes By the end of this drumming course, you should be able to: * Play simple grooves on the drum kit * Play various rudiments on the side drum * Achieve some independence and coordination with the four limbs ## Course content What will be covered in this drumming course? * Introduction to the drum kit - what is what * Standard drum kit notation * Basic rudiments * Independence and coordination exercises * Reading music rhythm material * Bass drum and hi-hat control * Grooves ## Intended audience Who is this drumming course for? This course is designed for anyone. No prior experience is needed. ## Course materials ### We will provide * Practice pads * Handouts ### What to bring to class * A pair of drumsticks * Pen and paper {render:"md"}