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Technique 2 – The Outside Release™ Motion

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The outside release, often called the ‘Moeller Method’ is the foundation of your technique and independence. These lessons will prepare you to learn the rudiments and apply the motion to your everyday playing. Also, see Jim Chapin’s Secrets From the Pros #26 as he explains the motion as taught to him by Sanford Moeller.

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Course Lessons

1 - Down Stroke, Tap Up Stroke

5 minutes

2 - Stress and Unstress, 3-Stroke Motion

10 minutes

3 - Down, Tap, Tap, Tap-up Stroke

6 minutes

4 - The Outside Release Motion

8 minutes

5 - The Outside Release Motion (2-Stroke)

7 minutes

6 - The Outside Release Motion (3-Stroke)

10 minutes

7 - The Outside Release Motion (3-Stroke) on Drum Set

11 minutes

8 - The Outside Release Motion (4-Stroke)

9 minutes

9 - The Outside Release Motion (4-stroke) | Drum Set

10 - The Outside Release Motion (3-Stroke w/ 2 Stresses)

9 minutes

11 - The Outside Release Motion (3-Stroke w/ 2 Stress) Exercise

3 minutes

12 - The Outside Release Motion (3-Stroke w/ 2 Stress) | Drum Set

13 minutes

13 - The Outside Release Motion (4-Stroke w/ 2 Stresses)

9 minutes

14 - The Outside Release Motion (4-6 Stroke Motion)

9 minutes

15 - The Outside Release Motion (4-6 Stroke Motion) | Drum Set

16 minutes

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Ralph is one of the most sought after studio musicians and educators in the world. As an educator, he is the Drum Department Chair at the Los Angeles College of Music. Ralph also conducts clinics and master classes, including, The PASIC convention In 2015. He is the author of the drum book Even in the Odds and contributes occasional articles to Modern Drummer Magazine. His earlier work with the Don Ellis big band and Frank Zappa, among others, has given him the knowledge and expertise to speak, teach and write on the subject of rhythm and its application in modern drumming. Ralph maintains a very active career in the recording industry, playing for a variety of motion picture, TV and record projects. Productions include the hit show American Idol(2002-2004), The Emmys(2002-2004), Dancing with the Stars, The Simpsons, and many more.

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