The role of the hi-hat in a drum groove
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Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can create a typical rock drum groove by adding hi-hat quavers.
Key learning points
- The hi-hat is the third main part of a drum kit. It is higher and quieter than the kick and snare drum.
- The hi-hat can make an open or closed sound depending on whether its two cymbals are touching or not.
- A metronome helps keep time when recording in a DAW.
- After recording, the music can be pushed perfectly in time by using the quantise function.
Keywords
Hi-hat - part of a drum kit made of two cymbals
Cymbal - a concave metal disc that makes a bright sound when struck
Metronome - a device that clicks/ticks a beat to keep a player in time
Quaver - a note lasting half a beat; quavers often come in pairs
Quantise - the quantise function in a DAW pushes the notes perfectly in time
Common misconception
Pupils think the metronome matches the rhythms they play, since they previously played crotchets.
Pupils should play a metronome beat while the class claps quavers to highlight the metronome shows the pulse by clicking on the beats of the bar.
Teacher tip
Pupils may find it easier to solo the track into which they are recording so that they can hear the metronome more clearly. They may also find the American notation terminology confusing so you may need to give more time to explaining this.
Equipment
A DAW or other suitable compositional tool or instrument
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