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Drummer Independence: 4 Over 3

Develop limb independence with 4:3 polyrhythm exercises. Essential for advanced drumming coordination.

01

Separate the pulses

Play the four-pulse and three-pulse patterns independently before asking the limbs to combine them.

02

Build 4:3 slowly

Use a low BPM and keep the larger cycle obvious while the shorter pattern settles into place.

03

Transfer to the kit

Move the two sides to different limbs and keep the sound consistent through the full cycle.

Start with one focused session

Open the interactive exercise, keep the first attempt manageable, and return to this page when you want to repeat the same setup.

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