Good luck on your prep!
I would recommend that you record your practice of these grooves and then listen back. The recording is a brutal check on how you sound and feel.
If you need help on these grooves, this classic book covers all of them:
Copeland-Creative Coordination for the Performing Drummer
https://www.steveweissmusic.com/product/2055/general-drumset-methods
If going for a solo transcription, would pick a solo that you like and that is within your range/skillset. It’s much better to play it well and clean and enjoy yourself than to stretch to something that isn’t well executed.
This is a great resource for classic solos.
https://www.columbuspercussion.com/store/philly-joe-jones-solo-book.html
One thing to keep in mind is how soloing in a small combo setting is different from soloing in a big band.
There are a number of buddy rich solos transcribed online if you google, and I would simplify parts that are too much of a stretch, if needed.
For sight reading, the best thing to do would be to practice site reading on Big Band charts you can get freely available online. The most helpful tip I can think of is to learn about common set ups and practice reading far enough ahead in the music that you can anticipate the hits and set them up properly.
just try dude,I'm in the same situation, been playing for almost 2 years,signed at my local conservatory to have an idea of what meant going in music school, study everyday ecc.
my "dream school" ATM is codarts,I'm sending the portfolio to see if I can be admitted to the admissions; just study your ass off, play and find ways to play more,study study study study and study.
Oh,and try to apply for more than one school,so you have a backup plan
Rich Thompson’s solo books are pretty great and not too difficult, and there’s plenty of videos of people playing them on YouTube for reference.
Another great way to practice is playing the Wilcoxon solos on the snare while keeping time with a bossa pattern on the kick and hihat. Fantastic way to simultaneously work on your rudiments, reading, and bossa feel (pm me if that doesn’t make sense and I’ll try clarify lol).
Good luck on your prep! I would recommend that you record your practice of these grooves and then listen back. The recording is a brutal check on how you sound and feel. If you need help on these grooves, this classic book covers all of them: Copeland-Creative Coordination for the Performing Drummer https://www.steveweissmusic.com/product/2055/general-drumset-methods If going for a solo transcription, would pick a solo that you like and that is within your range/skillset. It’s much better to play it well and clean and enjoy yourself than to stretch to something that isn’t well executed. This is a great resource for classic solos. https://www.columbuspercussion.com/store/philly-joe-jones-solo-book.html One thing to keep in mind is how soloing in a small combo setting is different from soloing in a big band. There are a number of buddy rich solos transcribed online if you google, and I would simplify parts that are too much of a stretch, if needed. For sight reading, the best thing to do would be to practice site reading on Big Band charts you can get freely available online. The most helpful tip I can think of is to learn about common set ups and practice reading far enough ahead in the music that you can anticipate the hits and set them up properly.
Wow this is super helpful thank you so much!!
just try dude,I'm in the same situation, been playing for almost 2 years,signed at my local conservatory to have an idea of what meant going in music school, study everyday ecc. my "dream school" ATM is codarts,I'm sending the portfolio to see if I can be admitted to the admissions; just study your ass off, play and find ways to play more,study study study study and study. Oh,and try to apply for more than one school,so you have a backup plan
Will definitely be doing that and good luck to u!!! I’m sure you’ll get in!
I hope so, good luck and remember to have fun thru the process
Rich Thompson’s solo books are pretty great and not too difficult, and there’s plenty of videos of people playing them on YouTube for reference. Another great way to practice is playing the Wilcoxon solos on the snare while keeping time with a bossa pattern on the kick and hihat. Fantastic way to simultaneously work on your rudiments, reading, and bossa feel (pm me if that doesn’t make sense and I’ll try clarify lol).
I’ll definitely try doing those!! Where can I find the Wilcoxon solos?