Snare Drum 411: The Quick Guide

With the recent trend for the hand percussionist to include more "stick percussion" in modern worship music, it might be time to consider adding the snare drum to your percussive sound palette. Percussionist Mark Shelton provides pointers on tone and technique along with ideas on how to weave the "caisse claire" into the musical fabric of your worship team. Check out Mark's Snare Drum videos here:

• Snare Throw Off Position
• One Hand For Even Tone
• Buzz Roll
• Crush Roll
• Cross Stick Rim Shot: The Sweet Spot
• Rimshot Grip
• Matched Grip
• Traditional Grip