PATTERN EXERCISE: Syncopation Lesson 14 - Groofill Voicings

Part 7 in a series exploring Syncopation Lesson 14

Full transcription here

Part 1:https://youtu.be/bKIN6bQgMU4

Part 2: https://youtu.be/eKWSYUV-AkI

Part 3: https://youtu.be/6lcMQYlqKPo

Part 4:https://youtu.be/6D-G3Ek0QXw

Part 5: https://youtu.be/cRgfHa3XgsI

Part 6: https://youtu.be/BNI2HCD_-dQ

Groove + Fill = Groofill

A fill that feels like a groove, a groove that sounds like a fill.  

Building Groofills is similar to building Microfills, the difference being the Base is a FILL pattern instead of a groove pattern.  Voicing should mostly be on the toms with a snare on 2 and 4 to maintain the groove.  

You can be as complicated or simple as you like, this particular voicing uses both single and double kick substitutions.

You hear these a ton in R&B and fusion drumming, Groofills add a lot of depth and flow to your sound once you can integrate them into your playing.  Strive for flow, not speed. Good FEEL is the most important part.  Happy shedding!