The N.A.R.D. Book Introduction and Mister Rudiments

This is the first video in a series of videos in which I will record the classic snare drum book N.A.R.D. Drum Solos.
N.A.R.D. , which stands for National Association of Rudimental Drummers is a collection of rudimental snare drum solos by many authors. It is a great beginning or intermediate book that works very well for teaching rudimental styles, stickings and techniques.
I play the first solo in the book, Mister Rudiments by Ralph G. Eames Jr. and then talk about the origins of the book and specific techniques used to play the solo.
The snare I am using is a 1920's Ludwig nickel over brass 14 x 6.5" drum with gut snares. The sticks are of my own making. If you are interested in a pair contact me at [email protected]
Time Stamps
0:00 solo at quarter note =120 BPM
0:58 Introduction and lesson
6:48 solo at quarter note =94 BPM
9:32 solo at quarter note = 120 BPM Recap