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Fresh Approach to 4 Mallets: Intro 1
In this lesson, David Skidmore details the three most common 4 mallet grips: Stevens, Burton and Traditional (Cross) Grips. David also covers posture, instrument height and the basics of body positioning.
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Learn MoreFresh Approach to 4 Mallets: Intro 2
In this lesson, David Skidmore details the seven stroke types as a REFERENCE GUIDE as you work your way through the book. Bookmark this video and return often to make sure you have a solid grasp of the basic stroke concepts for 4 mallet playing.
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Learn MoreFresh Approach to 4 Mallets: Intro 3
In this lesson, David Skidmore talks about the major concepts on how lessons and solos are presented throughout the book, plus gives you lots of great practice and performance tips to aid in your 4 mallet development.
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Learn MoreFresh Approach to 4 Mallets: All Etudes
Use the following links to jump quickly to any solo in the book!
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Learn MoreFresh Approach to 4 Mallets: Lesson 1
Focus on: Double Vertical Strokes (Perfect 5th) Shifting, Dynamics, Phrasing Etude 1: Hello Song
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Learn MoreFresh Approach to 4 Mallets: Lesson 2
Focus on: DOUBLE VERTICAL STROKES, BASIC INTERVAL CHANGES Etude 2: ZOD
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Learn MoreFresh Approach to 4 Mallets: Lesson 3
Focus on: Single Independent Strokes Melody vs Accompaniment Etude 3: Tracks
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Learn MoreFresh Approach to 4 Mallets: Lesson 4
Focus on: Double Vertical Strokes Dynamic Independence Between the Hands Accents Etude #4: The Oldest Song
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Learn MoreFresh Approach to 4 Mallets: Lesson 5
Focus on: Double Lateral Strokes, Proper Playing Area Sticking Indications Etude 5: On the Silver Lake
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Learn MoreFresh Approach to 4 Mallets: Lesson 6
Focus on: Single Alternating Strokes Double Laterals 1234 Sticking Tenuto Etude 6: The Real Tune
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