Drum Rudiments

Think of the drum rudiments as the "building blocks" of drumming. They are roughly equivalent to a pianist or a guitarist learning and practicing their scales. These rudiments are important to help a drummer develop technique, control, coordination and become technically competent.

All rudiments should be practiced: open (slow) to close (fast) to open (slow) and/or at an even moderate march tempo.

Download a free, printable PDF of all 40 P.A.S Rudiments.