Lightning Fast Single Kick - Larnell Lewis

Larnell Lewis has impeccable foot technique that allows him to play doubles and triples with ease. What’s the secret to his incredible control? “It’s a combination of a size 15 shoe, a Yamaha FP9 [pedal], and a whole bunch of experiences.”

And in Larnell’s experience, he finds he gets the most control with his heel up, and where he taps the footboard in two separate strokes rather than sliding forward.

In this video, he demonstrates some examples while keeping 8th notes on the hi-hat and the snare on 2 and 4. Start slow and with a metronome to understand the motions, and even try tapping it out on the floor before you sit down on the drums.

The biggest takeaway from this video, however, is to be patient. Rome wasn’t built in a day, and neither was Larnell’s foot technique. You’ve got this!

Lesson Index:
Exercise 1: 4:28
Exercise 2: 4:59
Exercise 3: 5:35
Exercise 4: 6:17

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[atyu]

This dude is my favourite drummer right now. For me, his playing is a damn near flawless blend of chops, technique musicality, expression, style dynamics, and more.

[fistfuckerrob]

Probably the best drum teacher a drummer could ever have! Really enjoy his explanations and his overall calm art of speaking. Phenomenal drummer!

[carrotsoup]

If could have Larnell teaching on every subject that would be great. This guy is the best.

[TheSentinel]

This dude is so calming and articulated, what a great teacher

[Ranger]

LL is actually playing the pedal as an instrument using different parts o the pedal for effect. This is so intelligently explained and demonstrated. Thank you LL.

[kspocketngroove]

Even the way he speaks has rhythm, the articulation and precision on how he enunciates his words is flawless

[drummerplusone]

I have been playing for a long time (50 years) and read drum music, ' I studied Jazz, Latin, and Rock. Having said that, there are tons of great drummers out there (in Europe, Africa, India, the States, etc.), and one of my favorites is Dave Weckl, but I tell you, Larnell is trully one of the absolute best drummers in the world right now, and he is constantly getting better and better. He has at his disposal (in any song or solo situation) a full spectrum of the most "APPROPRIATE" emotion, technic, feel, and understanding of what the moment calls for. His technic, time, note accuracy, and overall feel & approach to the kit are flawless; he is top-notch and that's a strong understatement. What I however like the most about him is his humble personality and soft-spoken nature. Great human being!

[callummoodley]

5:39 I've been in quarantine for too long

[Jamminn]

Best video on single kick I've seen. And Larnell is not only one of the world's best drummers, he's the best communicator on drumming in the world. Thank you Drumeo for yet another game changer!

[stevealvi]

I saw Larnell's band perform at Toronto Jazz Festival 2019. What a treat. Fantastic performance! I spoke with Larnell after the show for a couple of minutes. He's genuinely humble and a family man. I purchased his CD and he was gratious enough to sign it for me. Play it often while I'm driving...trying to figure out how his mind works. Larnell's voice on drums is unique and powerful. I love his style of playing.

[gafandahalf]

I love how they bring out their entire kit just to show you a lesson on kick, snare, and hi hat. Love the videos!

[donaldtrump]

The way he speaks is super calming. And his the technical support is great

[dougpowers]

Larnell Lewis just makes me smile. He's got such great energy around him.

[klank]

A beast of a drummer and a prince of a gentleman!

[Hagoosnikov]

the groove he plays at the end is incredible. the way he adds in his hi hat while playing on the ride just adds so much to the feel. and props to whoever mixed this recording because the drums sound fantastic.

[RodrigoRaez]

This man is not only an amazing drummer, but a great teacher too. Top lesson. Thank you very much for this information!!!

[karenstephens]

Genius...that's all there is to that. Remember your neighbors who did not appreciate your playing when you were a youngster? If only they had known the genious you would become. This is your proud godmother here. Love you so.

[futhman]

What an amazingly humble guy. I met Sput and even more than his mindblowing chops, was struck by this same quality. Thank you both.

[jamievschannel]

Do you want double pedals?

Guest artist: Wait... what's a double pedal?

[bannanateam]

I started doing this inadvertently like 3 years ago. Really glad they made this video so drummers can master this really useful technique