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Abstract
The purpose of my project is to help intermediate drummers expand their rhythmic vocabulary and feel confident improvising in odd groupings and time signatures. As a drummer who struggled with soloing and timing, I wanted to create the resource I wish I had. The Developing Drummer is a multimedia curriculum combining notated exercises, instructional videos, and real-world examples from my own playing. I researched drum method books and educational theories like constructivism and scaffolding to make sure each concept is clear and accessible. My goal is to guide drummers step by step—from foundational rudiments to advanced groupings—while encouraging creativity and personal expression. By sharing the methods I used to improve my own playing, I hope to inspire other drummers to develop their own voice and approach complex rhythms with confidence.
Publication Date
7-1-2025
Campus
Valencia (Spain) Campus
Keywords
drumming; rhythmic vocabulary; odd time signatures; improvisation; drumset curriculum; music education
Recommended Citation
Acupan, Nathan Noel. “The Developing Drummer.” Master's thesis, Berklee College of Music, 2025. https://remix.berklee.edu/graduate-studies-contemporary-performance/317.