In my 40 years of playing the drums and hearing some of the greatest drummers that have ever played the instrument, I have come to the conclusion that this man is the best of the best...a true gift to the instrument.
@@drummonst i actually heard a story told me by one of Dave’s students from Berklee - he told me Dave had some issues with his hands, not sure what it was, some kind of condition which was problematic in the context of touring. I might remembering it wrong, or even being wrong about it though, it was a long time a go. If this is true, it might be the reason why Dave chose to focus more on teaching and not developing a career of a touring artist. I could absolutely imagine him playing with anybody, his skillset and level of execution top of the game, i mean for me He’s playing in the major league along with the likes of Weckl, Chambers, Colaiuta, Gadd, etc.
I was lucky enough to see Dave put on a clinic at his family's drum shop in Quincy Ma. back in the late 80s or early 90s. Just Dave, his kit and maybe a dozen or so of us watching. His Dad, Dick, was there too.
I spot an accent from Boston that's pretty nice and very clear for us foreigners. Same as my colleagues from Billerica. Fantastic teacher I am gonna watch the whole channel 🤟🏻
Not sure whether it's been pointed out, but Dave is actually counting along with his playing, which looks very much like counter rhythms at times. e.g: in the slow demonstration 2:21. I think he's counting quarter note triplets over 32nds. Even if not, the guy's an alien. Slowly climbing my ranks as one of the best to do it imo.
What I like about Dave is he can feel the music and he's enjoying what he's playing his mind is inside the drum that is what you need that mind drum connection to really express your art
This is a great lesson and you're one of my all time favorite drummers. But...the whole lesson I couldn't stop looking at that gorgeous drum kit. Wowza😍
Dave, took some lessons at your Dad's shop years ago. I was watching how fast your foot was on some of the old Two Ton Shoe vids. Could you do a short video explaining your bass drum pedal technique, and your method for getting the fast Bonham like triplets on the bass drum??...thanks..rob
In my 40 years of playing the drums and hearing some of the greatest drummers that have ever played the instrument, I have come to the conclusion that this man is the best of the best...a true gift to the instrument.
he's the most underrated TOP drummer.
Same here. I've been playing and listening for 36 years. I rank Dave #1.
@@bronislaw I was also wondering that.. In your opinion, what's the factor He was underrated ?
@@drummonst i actually heard a story told me by one of Dave’s students from Berklee - he told me Dave had some issues with his hands, not sure what it was, some kind of condition which was problematic in the context of touring. I might remembering it wrong, or even being wrong about it though, it was a long time a go. If this is true, it might be the reason why Dave chose to focus more on teaching and not developing a career of a touring artist. I could absolutely imagine him playing with anybody, his skillset and level of execution top of the game, i mean for me He’s playing in the major league along with the likes of Weckl, Chambers, Colaiuta, Gadd, etc.
Dave is the best! I was fortunate enough to study with him for 3 years at Berklee. A true master!
Thats cool 👍👍
I was lucky enough to see Dave put on a clinic at his family's drum shop in Quincy Ma. back in the late 80s or early 90s. Just Dave, his kit and maybe a dozen or so of us watching. His Dad, Dick, was there too.
I’ll never forget meeting this extremely humble man in New Hampshire 😊 Much love Dave
One of my favorite living drummers!!!
I spot an accent from Boston that's pretty nice and very clear for us foreigners. Same as my colleagues from Billerica. Fantastic teacher I am gonna watch the whole channel 🤟🏻
That sounds amazing Dave!! You really need to make a DVD!!! Keep Rock'n.
One of the most underrated drummers out there.
Not sure whether it's been pointed out, but Dave is actually counting along with his playing, which looks very much like counter rhythms at times. e.g: in the slow demonstration 2:21. I think he's counting quarter note triplets over 32nds. Even if not, the guy's an alien. Slowly climbing my ranks as one of the best to do it imo.
2:21 He’s counting 16th notes 1-e-&-a at that time mark. The 32nd notes are conveniently created by chopping the 16th notes in half 🙂
Dave , thank you man. I love your concepts especially the above the neck concepts! You rock man!!!
Brilliant Dave DiCenso . HUGE fan and love these ideas!! I want to buy the book, but I want it autographed if possible!! Let me know. BRAVO!
Simply one of the finest teachers out there. I owe so much of my drumming 'DNA' to the time spent with Dave in the 80's.
What I like about Dave is he can feel the music and he's enjoying what he's playing his mind is inside the drum that is what you need that mind drum connection to really express your art
Always pleasure to have your input!! Great Bud!!!
Respected by all of us who've followed since TTS.
Hell ya. I didn't know Dave had a channel. Subscribed quicker than those 32nd notes ; )
Wow!! What a combo of technical and musical skills at display!!
Dave My... God. You are truly something else
That is FANTASTIC!!
You are the man Dave!
This is a great lesson and you're one of my all time favorite drummers. But...the whole lesson I couldn't stop looking at that gorgeous drum kit. Wowza😍
Just found out about him...real "next level" conception.
Beautiful, and well taught, you go from simple to a medium pase, I enjoyed every minute of your lesson, keep playing and drumming, Curtis cobb
Just ordered book from Amazon. Dave - just discovering your back catalogue your creative and groove are just awesome. Fantastic stuff dude.
I just got it too, do you know which part he wants to voice out loud. Just the quarter note ?
+Larry Tate the additional little notes above the drum notation are the notes you should count out loud. Hope that helps!
You're great, Dave! Really inspirational practicing! Thanks!
I also studied with this man! Top bloke and great vibe as well as great player. Cheers Bro! X
Dave is a master!Awesome!
Exellent musicien, un batteur avec beaucoup de technique et très intense
Amazing lesson. Love it!!!
Awesome Dave, and many thanks for sharing! Also, I love your drum tuning! Blessings!!!
You make it look effortless my brother. Way to go big Dave. Best wishes, Tommy
Amazing work thank you 🙏
Dave....That kick drum sounds GooooooooooooooooD
Wow! Great drumming. I have to get the book. I have his other book called "Universal Rhythms" and it is awesome too.
Dave you are a genius
Dave, took some lessons at your Dad's shop years ago. I was watching how fast your foot was on some of the old Two Ton Shoe vids. Could you do a short video explaining your bass drum pedal technique, and your method for getting the fast Bonham like triplets on the bass drum??...thanks..rob
Great lesson!!
Amazing. I only wish I had the time in life to study with him
OMG !
He's my new hero
Great exercise!
this is really great, thanks man!!
:)
High chance of paradiddle activity. :) MuchO' LOVo'.. ... ..
Dang cool.
Dig the 3rd example with the hi hat lick
Wowwwww
👏👏👏
sick
Great video, loving these types of fills. Just a question: How effective are those foam squares on the tom mics for minimising cymbal bleed?
killer
Are you Chad Gray's brother?
Dave, do you have any online lessons? On skype or anything?
Quater note Puls?!?!?
BE nice if it was in sync with the video, not an 1/8 note behind. Duh
really nice but there dramatic faces pissed me off.no need.ego tripper