Remember . . . Rudiments are combinations of single, double and multiple stokes combined to form unique patterns. These stroke combinations are the foundation on which snare drum playing is based.

STEVE GADD

The Ratamacue is a rudiment that truly lends itself to direct application on the drumset. Click on the second video clip to the right [Steve Gadd Ratamacues on Drumset] and watch as he breaks down one of his "signature" sounds, the ratamacue around the drumset.

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