{"id":42770,"date":"2025-01-07T14:29:38","date_gmt":"2025-01-07T14:29:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/?p=42770"},"modified":"2025-01-08T15:35:41","modified_gmt":"2025-01-08T15:35:41","slug":"drum-fills","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/drum-fills\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Easy Drum Fills for Beginners"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/drum-fills\/#Handy_accessories_to_help_you_master_these_fills\" >Handy accessories to help you master these fills\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/drum-fills\/#Premier_CC_American_Hickory_Drumsticks\" >Premier CC American Hickory Drumsticks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/drum-fills\/#12%E2%80%B3_Drum_Practice_Pad_by_Gear4music\" >12&#8243; Drum Practice Pad by Gear4music<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/drum-fills\/#Meinl_Drum_Honey_Drum_Dampener_1_Pack\" >Meinl Drum Honey Drum Dampener, 1 Pack<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/drum-fills\/#What_is_a_drum_fill\" >What is a drum fill?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/drum-fills\/#Easy_drum_fills_for_beginners\" >Easy drum fills for beginners\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/drum-fills\/#1_8th_note_build\" >1. 8th note build\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/drum-fills\/#2_8th_note_fill\" >2. 8th note fill\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/drum-fills\/#3_16th_note_fill\" >3. 16th note fill\u00a0\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/drum-fills\/#4_Bonham_Triplets\" >4. Bonham Triplets\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/drum-fills\/#5_%E2%80%9CAll_The_Small_Things%E2%80%9D_by_Blink_182\" >5. \u201cAll The Small Things\u201d by Blink 182\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/drum-fills\/#6_%E2%80%9CIn_The_Air_Tonight%E2%80%9D_by_Phil_Collins\" >6. \u201cIn The Air Tonight\u201d by Phil Collins\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/drum-fills\/#7_%E2%80%9CSmells_Like_Teen_Spirit%E2%80%9D_by_Nirvana\" >7. \u201cSmells Like Teen Spirit\u201d by Nirvana\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/drum-fills\/#8_Rock_Chorus_Ender\" >8. Rock Chorus Ender \u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/drum-fills\/#FAQs\" >FAQs\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/drum-fills\/#What_are_fills_in_drumming\" >What are fills in drumming?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/drum-fills\/#How_do_you_count_drum_fills\" >How do you count drum fills?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/drum-fills\/#How_can_I_make_my_drum_fills_sound_better\" >How can I make my drum fills sound better?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/drum-fills\/#Final_thoughts\" >Final thoughts\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Intro&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Drum fills<\/strong> are an important part of a drummer&#8217;s routine, and having a few under your belt can be extremely useful when you&#8217;re on stage and want to add a bit of flair to your performance. But they can be tricky!<\/span><\/p>\n<p>We&#8217;ve compiled our favourite\u00a0easy drum fills for beginners\u00a0to help you get to grips with the basics of these nifty rhythmic patterns. They&#8217;ll\u00a0<span data-contrast=\"auto\">help you enhance your timing and musicality while giving you some fun ideas for your performances. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/07\/Secondhand-drums.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;Secondhand drums&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Secondhand-drums&#8221; url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/secondhand\/drums?utm_source=blog&#038;utm_medium=banner&#038;utm_campaign=secondhand_drums&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Secondhand Drums Banner&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_module=&#8221;41660&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Handy accessories to help you master these fills &#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; 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long-lasting<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Suitable for cymbals<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Drums-and-Percussion\/Meinl-Drum-Honey-1-Pack\/2C7Z&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text=&#8221;SHOP NOW&#8221; button_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;NEW CTA Button&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_button=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text_size=&#8221;14px&#8221; button_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; button_bg_color=&#8221;#0e95cf&#8221; button_border_width=&#8221;0px&#8221; button_border_color=&#8221;#0e95cf&#8221; button_font=&#8221;Arial|700|||||||&#8221; button_icon=&#8221;&#x35;||divi||400&#8243; button_icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;10px|30px||30px|false|false&#8221; box_shadow_style=&#8221;preset6&#8243; box_shadow_blur=&#8221;2px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;What is a drum fill? &#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_drum_fill\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">What is a drum fill?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A drum fill is a short, rhythmic pattern that is different from the main groove. It&#8217;s often used to help transition between sections of a song, to add an interesting variation, or for a big outro to show a clear ending. They&#8217;re all unique and can <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">vary in length, but they&#8217;ll usually last either a full bar or half a bar (some can even last just a quarter bar).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Many drummers <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">end with a crash cymbal and kick drum simultaneously on the count of the 1. This signals the beginning of a new section. Using a crash is <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">a great way to easily add dynamics into your playing and make an impact. But to <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">achieve an effective fill, you should start with the basics. They take practice to feel natural &#8211; but with time and repetition, they&#8217;ll become a routine part of your playing. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Easy drum fills for beginners &#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Easy_drum_fills_for_beginners\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Easy drum fills for beginners<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_8th_note_build\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">1. 8<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> note build<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:40}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The first fill I learned to play was the 8<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> note build. To play this, you essentially <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">need to fit eight beats into one bar of four. This is counted as \u201c1 &amp; 2 &amp; 3 &amp; 4 &amp;\u201d and<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0uses both hands and your kick. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">On both the snare and floor tom, play 8<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> notes at the same time and gradually increase the volume<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Your kick should be playing quarter notes (every other beat) and should increase in dynamics with your hands<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-42826\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/8th-note-build-.jpg\" alt=\"8th note build\u00a0\" width=\"1330\" height=\"364\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/8th-note-build-.jpg 1330w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/8th-note-build--600x164.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/8th-note-build--1024x280.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/8th-note-build--768x210.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/8th-note-build--1080x296.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/8th-note-build--1280x350.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/8th-note-build--980x268.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/8th-note-build--480x131.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1330px) 100vw, 1330px\" \/><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_8th_note_fill\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">2. 8<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> note fill<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:40}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You can also use 8<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> notes to move around the kit. An 8th note fill uses both hands and is counted the same way as the 8<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> note build. Typically, the sticking is R L R L R L R L.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Play four 8<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> note beats on the snare<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Then, play two 8<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> note beats on tom 1<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Finally, play two 8<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> beats on the floor tom<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-42827\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/8th-note-fill-.jpg\" alt=\"8th note fill\u00a0\" width=\"1330\" height=\"364\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/8th-note-fill-.jpg 1330w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/8th-note-fill--600x164.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/8th-note-fill--1024x280.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/8th-note-fill--768x210.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/8th-note-fill--1080x296.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/8th-note-fill--1280x350.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/8th-note-fill--980x268.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/8th-note-fill--480x131.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1330px) 100vw, 1330px\" \/><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_16th_note_fill\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">3. 16<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> note fill\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:40}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To play this fill, you need to fit 16 notes in one bar of four. You should count this as \u201c1 e &amp; a 2 e &amp; a 3 e &amp; a 4 e &amp; a&#8221;, and it should be played <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">using a single-stroke roll. You will be moving this fill around the kit. The aim is to achieve even strokes between each note.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Starting on the snare, use both hands to play four beats<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You will then play four 16<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">note beats on tom 1 and four on tom 2<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Finally, move to the floor tom and play another four beats<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42891 aligncenter size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/16th-Note-Fill.jpg\" alt=\"16th Note Fill\" width=\"1330\" height=\"364\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/16th-Note-Fill.jpg 1330w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/16th-Note-Fill-600x164.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/16th-Note-Fill-1024x280.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/16th-Note-Fill-768x210.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/16th-Note-Fill-1080x296.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/16th-Note-Fill-1280x350.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/16th-Note-Fill-980x268.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/16th-Note-Fill-480x131.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1330px) 100vw, 1330px\" \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Bonham_Triplets\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">4. Bonham Triplets<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:40}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Another fill to try is the Bonham Triplets, inspired by legendary drummer John Bonham. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This fill uses triplets &#8211; three notes that are played with a bit of momentum, as though they&#8217;re every-so-slightly rushed. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This fill is counted as \u201c<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">1 &amp; a 2 &amp; a 3 &amp; a 4 &amp; a.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Bonham triplets are played using both your hands and your kick drum. These triplets require you to move your left and right hands around the kit, whilst incorporating the kick pedal within the three-note pattern.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This sticking pattern is L R K. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">First, play two beats on the snare, then follow with a kick<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Play tom 1 with your left hand, the floor tom with your right hand, and add a kick<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Next, play the floor tom with your left hand and move the right hand to tom 1 before adding another kick<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You will then reverse this, play tom 1 with your left hand, the floor tom with your right hand, and finish with another kick<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">These four triplets will then repeat using the same sticking and tom patterns to complete the fill<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-42829\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/Bonham-Triplets-.jpg\" alt=\"Bonham Triplets\u00a0\" width=\"1330\" height=\"364\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/Bonham-Triplets-.jpg 1330w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/Bonham-Triplets--600x164.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/Bonham-Triplets--1024x280.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/Bonham-Triplets--768x210.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/Bonham-Triplets--1080x296.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/Bonham-Triplets--1280x350.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/Bonham-Triplets--980x268.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/Bonham-Triplets--480x131.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1330px) 100vw, 1330px\" \/><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_%E2%80%9CAll_The_Small_Things%E2%80%9D_by_Blink_182\"><\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">5. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u201cAll The Small Things\u201d by Blink 182<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:40}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">An easy fill to learn is in \u201cAll The Small Things\u201d by Blink 182.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Start with two 8th-note<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0beats on the kick drum and a quarter note on the crash<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Next, play a quarter note on both the snare and crash in unison<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Following this is a triplet that moves between the snare, tom 1, and the floor tom<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Then, play two 8<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> note beats on the kick\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Finally, finish this fill with a quarter note crash and snare in unison<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-42830\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/All-The-Small-Things-by-Blink-182-.jpg\" alt=\"\u201cAll The Small Things\u201d by Blink 182\u00a0\" width=\"1330\" height=\"364\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/All-The-Small-Things-by-Blink-182-.jpg 1330w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/All-The-Small-Things-by-Blink-182--600x164.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/All-The-Small-Things-by-Blink-182--1024x280.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/All-The-Small-Things-by-Blink-182--768x210.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/All-The-Small-Things-by-Blink-182--1080x296.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/All-The-Small-Things-by-Blink-182--1280x350.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/All-The-Small-Things-by-Blink-182--980x268.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/All-The-Small-Things-by-Blink-182--480x131.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1330px) 100vw, 1330px\" \/><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_%E2%80%9CIn_The_Air_Tonight%E2%80%9D_by_Phil_Collins\"><\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">6. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u201cIn The Air Tonight\u201d by Phil Collins<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:40}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This fill is played using the toms and kick drum. It incorporates two 16<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th-<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">note tom hits with both hands in unison.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You then add a 16<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> note kick before moving around the kit. Being the drumming legend that he is, Collins originally used four rack toms and two floor toms, but you can play this fill on a standard five-piece kit. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To play this fill how it is originally written: <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Play 16<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> note beats on rack toms 1 and 2 in unison and add a 16<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> note kick<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Next, move your hands to the next rack toms (toms 2 and 3) along and repeat the last step<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Repeat on rack toms 3 and 4<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Next, move your right hand to the first floor tom and your left hand to the 4<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> rack tom and repeat this pattern for the last time<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Finally, you should play two beats (8<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> notes) on the first and second floor toms to end the fill<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To play this fill on a five-piece kit, you can use both hands on the same tom.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For example:\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Play the 16<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> notes on tom 1, then play a 16<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> note kick and repeat\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Repeat this pattern on tom 2, with the kick drum after<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Next, play that same pattern between the floor tom and kick<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Finally, play the two beats (8<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> notes) on the floor tom to end the fill<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-42832\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/In-The-Air-Tonight-by-Phil-Collins-.jpg\" alt=\"\u201cIn The Air Tonight\u201d by Phil Collins\u00a0\" width=\"1330\" height=\"364\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/In-The-Air-Tonight-by-Phil-Collins-.jpg 1330w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/In-The-Air-Tonight-by-Phil-Collins--600x164.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/In-The-Air-Tonight-by-Phil-Collins--1024x280.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/In-The-Air-Tonight-by-Phil-Collins--768x210.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/In-The-Air-Tonight-by-Phil-Collins--1080x296.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/In-The-Air-Tonight-by-Phil-Collins--1280x350.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/In-The-Air-Tonight-by-Phil-Collins--980x268.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/In-The-Air-Tonight-by-Phil-Collins--480x131.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1330px) 100vw, 1330px\" \/><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_%E2%80%9CSmells_Like_Teen_Spirit%E2%80%9D_by_Nirvana\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">7. \u201cSmells Like Teen Spirit\u201d by Nirvana<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:40}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This fill includes flams on the snare drum, 16<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> note kicks, and quarter notes on the hi-hats. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To play this fill:\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Start with a flam on the snare drum\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Next, play a 16<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> note kick before immediately playing a quarter note on the hi-hat<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Follow the hi-hat with another 16<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> note kick drum<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Repeat this pattern twice\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Finish the fill with a flam and then 8<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> note kick<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-42833\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/Smells-Like-Teen-Spirit-by-Nirvana-.jpg\" alt=\"\u201cSmells Like Teen Spirit\u201d by Nirvana\u00a0\" width=\"1330\" height=\"364\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/Smells-Like-Teen-Spirit-by-Nirvana-.jpg 1330w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/Smells-Like-Teen-Spirit-by-Nirvana--600x164.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/Smells-Like-Teen-Spirit-by-Nirvana--1024x280.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/Smells-Like-Teen-Spirit-by-Nirvana--768x210.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/Smells-Like-Teen-Spirit-by-Nirvana--1080x296.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/Smells-Like-Teen-Spirit-by-Nirvana--1280x350.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/Smells-Like-Teen-Spirit-by-Nirvana--980x268.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/Smells-Like-Teen-Spirit-by-Nirvana--480x131.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1330px) 100vw, 1330px\" \/><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Rock_Chorus_Ender\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">8. Rock Chorus Ender <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:40}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:40}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This fill is played on the snare, kick, and floor tom. The sticking pattern is R L R L K K R L.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To play this fill:\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:480}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Play two 16th notes on the snare. Make sure they&#8217;re accented, and play them with your right and then left hand <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Next, play another two 16th note snare hits as ghosted notes<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This is then followed by two 16th notes on the kick drum<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Finally, play two 16th notes. The first should be on the floor tom and the second on the snare drum<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-42836\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/Rock-Chorus-Ender-.jpg\" alt=\"Rock Chorus Ender \u00a0\" width=\"1330\" height=\"364\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/Rock-Chorus-Ender-.jpg 1330w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/Rock-Chorus-Ender--600x164.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/Rock-Chorus-Ender--1024x280.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/Rock-Chorus-Ender--768x210.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/Rock-Chorus-Ender--1080x296.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/Rock-Chorus-Ender--1280x350.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/Rock-Chorus-Ender--980x268.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/Rock-Chorus-Ender--480x131.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1330px) 100vw, 1330px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;FAQs &#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">FAQs<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_fills_in_drumming\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What are fills in drumming?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Fills in drumming are short, expressive patterns used to transition between sections of a song or add flair. They often involve dynamic variations in rhythm, toms, cymbals, or snare. Fills enhance the musicality of a performance and showcase a drummer&#8217;s creativity and technique.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_count_drum_fills\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">How do you count drum fills?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Counting drum fills involves maintaining the song&#8217;s time signature and subdividing beats appropriately. Typically, fills are integrated within a measure, such as beats 3 and 4 in 4\/4 time. Counting ensures rhythmic accuracy, aligning fills seamlessly with the music&#8217;s tempo and groove.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_make_my_drum_fills_sound_better\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">How can I make my drum fills sound better?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Making drum fills sound better involves practising timing, dynamics, and consistency. Focus on smooth transitions, experiment with rhythmic patterns, and incorporate accents. Using a metronome and analysing professional drummers&#8217; fills can also elevate creativity and precision. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"entry-title\">[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Final thoughts&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_thoughts\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Final thoughts<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Drum fills are an important part of a drummer&#8217;s routine, and if you&#8217;re a beginner, we hope our picks of <strong>easy drum fills <\/strong>have given you enough simplicity and variety to get started! We recommend starting<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> slow, using a metronome, and gradually increasing the speed at your own pace. You can also use a practice pad before moving to a full kit.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> For further reading, check out some of our other drum guides:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"entry-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/drum-music-notation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>How to Read Drum Music Notation \u2013 Everything You Need to Know<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"entry-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/how-to-tune-drums\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>How to Tune Drums \u2013 The Dos and Don\u2019ts<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"entry-title\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/set-up-a-drum-kit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to Set Up a Drum Kit \u2013 A Beginner\u2019s Guide<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_button button_url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/drum-kits.html&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text=&#8221;SHOP DRUMS AND PERCUSSION&#8221; button_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;NEW CTA Button&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_button=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text_size=&#8221;14px&#8221; button_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; button_bg_color=&#8221;#0e95cf&#8221; button_border_width=&#8221;0px&#8221; button_border_color=&#8221;#0e95cf&#8221; button_font=&#8221;Arial|700|||||||&#8221; button_icon=&#8221;&#x35;||divi||400&#8243; button_icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;10px|30px||30px|false|false&#8221; box_shadow_style=&#8221;preset6&#8243; box_shadow_blur=&#8221;2px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_button button_url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/category\/drums\/drum-guides\/&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text=&#8221;READ MORE DRUM GUIDES&#8221; button_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;NEW CTA Button&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_button=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text_size=&#8221;14px&#8221; button_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; button_bg_color=&#8221;#0e95cf&#8221; button_border_width=&#8221;0px&#8221; button_border_color=&#8221;#0e95cf&#8221; button_font=&#8221;Arial|700|||||||&#8221; button_icon=&#8221;&#x35;||divi||400&#8243; button_icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;10px|30px||30px|false|false&#8221; box_shadow_style=&#8221;preset6&#8243; box_shadow_blur=&#8221;2px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Drum fills are an important part of a drummer&#8217;s routine, and having a few under your belt can be extremely useful when you&#8217;re on stage and want to add a bit of flair to your performance. But they can be tricky! We&#8217;ve compiled our favourite\u00a0easy drum fills for beginners\u00a0to help you get to grips with the basics of these nifty rhythmic patterns.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":62,"featured_media":42840,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Drum fills<\/strong> are an important part of a drummer's routine, and having a few under your belt can be extremely useful when you're on stage and want to add a bit of flair to your performance. But they can be tricky!<\/span><\/p><p>We've compiled our favourite\u00a0easy drum fills for beginners\u00a0to help you get to grips with the basics of these nifty rhythmic patterns. They'll\u00a0<span data-contrast=\"auto\">help you enhance your timing and musicality while giving you some fun fill ideas for your performances.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">Handy accessories to help you master these fills<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"335559738\":160,\"335559739\":80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Drums-and-Percussion\/Premier-CC-American-Hickory-Drumsticks\/60Z4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Premier CC American Hickory Drumsticks<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"335559738\":80,\"335559739\":40}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><ul><li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{\"335552541\":1,\"335559685\":720,\"335559991\":360,\"469769226\":\"Symbol\",\"469769242\":[8226],\"469777803\":\"left\",\"469777804\":\"\uf0b7\",\"469777815\":\"multilevel\"}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">American hickory <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{\"335552541\":1,\"335559685\":720,\"335559991\":360,\"469769226\":\"Symbol\",\"469769242\":[8226],\"469777803\":\"left\",\"469777804\":\"\uf0b7\",\"469777815\":\"multilevel\"}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Medium taper and oval tip\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{\"335552541\":1,\"335559685\":720,\"335559991\":360,\"469769226\":\"Symbol\",\"469769242\":[8226],\"469777803\":\"left\",\"469777804\":\"\uf0b7\",\"469777815\":\"multilevel\"}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Comfortable grip\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Drums-and-Percussion\/12-Drum-Practice-Pad-by-Gear4music\/2SSX\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">12\" Drum Practice Pad by Gear4music<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"335559738\":80,\"335559739\":40}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><ul><li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{\"335552541\":1,\"335559685\":720,\"335559991\":360,\"469769226\":\"Symbol\",\"469769242\":[8226],\"469777803\":\"left\",\"469777804\":\"\uf0b7\",\"469777815\":\"multilevel\"}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Compact and lightweight<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{\"335552541\":1,\"335559685\":720,\"335559991\":360,\"469769226\":\"Symbol\",\"469769242\":[8226],\"469777803\":\"left\",\"469777804\":\"\uf0b7\",\"469777815\":\"multilevel\"}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Mountable pad<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{\"335552541\":1,\"335559685\":720,\"335559991\":360,\"469769226\":\"Symbol\",\"469769242\":[8226],\"469777803\":\"left\",\"469777804\":\"\uf0b7\",\"469777815\":\"multilevel\"}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Quiet practice option\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Drums-and-Percussion\/Meinl-Drum-Honey-1-Pack\/2C7Z\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Meinl Drum Honey<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"335559738\":80,\"335559739\":40}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><ul><li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{\"335552541\":1,\"335559685\":720,\"335559991\":360,\"469769226\":\"Symbol\",\"469769242\":[8226],\"469777803\":\"left\",\"469777804\":\"\uf0b7\",\"469777815\":\"multilevel\"}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Easy-to-apply gel pads\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{\"335552541\":1,\"335559685\":720,\"335559991\":360,\"469769226\":\"Symbol\",\"469769242\":[8226],\"469777803\":\"left\",\"469777804\":\"\uf0b7\",\"469777815\":\"multilevel\"}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Reusable and long-lasting<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{\"335552541\":1,\"335559685\":720,\"335559991\":360,\"469769226\":\"Symbol\",\"469769242\":[8226],\"469777803\":\"left\",\"469777804\":\"\uf0b7\",\"469777815\":\"multilevel\"}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\">Suitable for cymbals<\/li><\/ul><p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">What is a drum fill?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"335559738\":160,\"335559739\":80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A drum fill is a short, rhythmic pattern that is different from the main groove. It's often used to help transition between sections of a song, to add an interesting variation, or for a big outro to show a clear ending. They're all unique and can <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">vary in length, but they'll usually last either a full bar or half a bar (some can even last just a quarter bar).\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Many drummers <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">end with a crash cymbal and kick drum simultaneously on the count of the 1. This signals the beginning of a new section. Using a crash is <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">a great way to easily add dynamics into your playing and make an impact. But to <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">achieve an effective fill, you should start with the basics. They take practice to feel natural - but with time and repetition, they'll become a routine part of your playing. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">Easy drum fills for beginners<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"335559738\":160,\"335559739\":80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3><h4><span data-contrast=\"none\">1. 8<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> note build<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"335559738\":80,\"335559739\":40}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The first fill I learned to play was the 8<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> note build. To play this, you essentially <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">need to fit eight beats into one bar of four. This is counted as \u201c1 & 2 & 3 & 4 &\u201d and<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0uses both hands and your kick. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><ul><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">On both the snare and floor tom, play 8<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> notes at the same time and gradually increase the volume<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Your kick should be playing quarter notes (every other beat) and should also increase in dynamics with your hands<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-42826\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/8th-note-build-.jpg\" alt=\"8th note build\u00a0\" width=\"1330\" height=\"364\" \/><\/p><hr \/><h4><span data-contrast=\"none\">2. 8<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> note fill<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"335559738\":80,\"335559739\":40}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You can also use 8<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> notes to move around the kit. An 8th note fill uses both hands and is counted the same way as the 8<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> note build. Typically, the sticking is R L R L R L R L.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><ul><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Play four 8<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> note beats on the snare<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Then, play two 8<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> note beats on tom 1<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Finally, play two 8<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> beats on the floor tom<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-42827\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/8th-note-fill-.jpg\" alt=\"8th note fill\u00a0\" width=\"1330\" height=\"364\" \/><\/p><hr \/><h4><span data-contrast=\"none\">3. 16<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> note fill\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"335559738\":80,\"335559739\":40}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To play this fill, you need to fit 16 notes in one bar of four. You should count this as \u201c1 e & a 2 e & a 3 e & a 4 e & a\", and it should be played <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">using a single-stroke roll. You will be moving this fill around the kit. The aim is to achieve even strokes between each note.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><ul><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Starting on the snare, use both hands to play four beats<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559685\":720,\"335559737\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You will then play four 16<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">note beats on tom 1 and four on tom 2<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559685\":720,\"335559737\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Finally, move to the floor tom and play another four beats<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559685\":720,\"335559737\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-42828\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/16th-note-fill-.jpg\" alt=\"16th note fill\u00a0\u00a0\" width=\"1330\" height=\"364\" \/><\/p><hr \/><h4><span data-contrast=\"none\">4. Bonham Triplets<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"335559738\":80,\"335559739\":40}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Another fill to try is the Bonham Triplets, inspired by legendary drummer John Bonham. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This fill uses triplets - three notes that are played with a bit of momentum, as though they're every-so-slightly rushed. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This fill is counted as \u201c<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">1 & a 2 & a 3 & a 4 & a.\u201d<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Bonham triplets are played using both your hands and your kick drum. These triplets require you to move your left and right hands around the kit, whilst incorporating the kick pedal within the three-note pattern.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This sticking pattern is L R K. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><ul><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">First, play two beats on the snare, then follow with a kick<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Play tom 1 with your left hand, the floor tom with your right hand, and add a kick<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Next, play the floor tom with your left hand and move the right hand to tom 1 before adding another kick<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559685\":720,\"335559737\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You will then reverse this, play tom 1 with your left hand, the floor tom with your right hand, and finish with another kick<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559685\":720,\"335559737\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">These four triplets will then repeat using the same sticking and tom patterns to complete the fill<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-42829\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/Bonham-Triplets-.jpg\" alt=\"Bonham Triplets\u00a0\" width=\"1330\" height=\"364\" \/><\/p><hr \/><h4><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">5. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u201cAll The Small Things\u201d by Blink 182<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"335559738\":80,\"335559739\":40}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">An easy fill to learn is in \u201cAll The Small Things\u201d by Blink 182.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><ul><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Start with two 8th-note<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0beats on the kick drum and a quarter note on the crash<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559685\":720,\"335559737\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Next, play a quarter note on both the snare and crash in unison<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559685\":720,\"335559737\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Following this is a triplet that moves between the snare, tom 1, and the floor tom<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559685\":720,\"335559737\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Then, play two 8<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> note beats on the kick\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559685\":720,\"335559737\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Finally, finish this fill with a quarter note crash and snare in unison<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559685\":720,\"335559737\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-42830\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/All-The-Small-Things-by-Blink-182-.jpg\" alt=\"\u201cAll The Small Things\u201d by Blink 182\u00a0\" width=\"1330\" height=\"364\" \/><\/p><hr \/><h4><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">6. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u201cIn The Air Tonight\u201d by Phil Collins<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"335559738\":80,\"335559739\":40}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This fill is played using the toms and kick drum. It incorporates two 16<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th-<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">note tom hits with both hands in unison.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You then add a 16<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> note kick before moving around the kit. Being the drumming legend that he is, Collins originally used four rack toms and two floor toms, but you can play this fill on a standard five-piece kit. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To play this fill how it is originally written: <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><ul><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Play 16<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> note beats on rack toms 1 and 2 in unison and add a 16<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> note kick<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Next, move your hands to the next rack toms (toms 2 and 3) along and repeat the last step<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559685\":720,\"335559737\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Repeat on rack toms 3 and 4<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Next, move your right hand to the first floor tom and your left hand to the 4<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> rack tom and repeat this pattern for the last time<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Finally, you should play two beats (8<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> notes) on the first and second floor toms to end the fill<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To play this fill on a five-piece kit, you can use both hands on the same tom.<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For example:\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><ul><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Play the 16<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> notes on tom 1, then play a 16<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> note kick and repeat\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559685\":720,\"335559737\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Tepeat this pattern on tom 2, with the kick drum after<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559685\":720,\"335559737\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Next, play that same pattern between the floor tom and kick<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559685\":720,\"335559737\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Finally, play the two beats (8<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> notes) on the floor tom to end the fill<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559685\":720,\"335559737\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-42832\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/In-The-Air-Tonight-by-Phil-Collins-.jpg\" alt=\"\u201cIn The Air Tonight\u201d by Phil Collins\u00a0\" width=\"1330\" height=\"364\" \/><\/p><hr \/><h4><span data-contrast=\"none\">7. \u201cSmells Like Teen Spirit\u201d by Nirvana<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"335559738\":80,\"335559739\":40}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This fill includes flams on the snare drum, 16<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> note kicks, and quarter notes on the hi-hats. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To play this fill:\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><ul><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Start with a flam on the snare drum\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559685\":720,\"335559737\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Next, play a 16<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> note kick before immediately playing a quarter note on the hi-hat<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559685\":720,\"335559737\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Follow the hi-hat with another 16<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> note kick drum<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559685\":720,\"335559737\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Repeat this pattern twice\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559685\":720,\"335559737\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Finish the fill with a flam and then 8<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> note kick<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559685\":720,\"335559737\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-42833\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/Smells-Like-Teen-Spirit-by-Nirvana-.jpg\" alt=\"\u201cSmells Like Teen Spirit\u201d by Nirvana\u00a0\" width=\"1330\" height=\"364\" \/><\/p><hr \/><h4><span data-contrast=\"none\">8. Rock Chorus Ender <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"335559738\":80,\"335559739\":40}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4><p><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"335559685\":0,\"335559738\":80,\"335559739\":40}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This fill is played on the snare, kick, and floor tom. The sticking pattern is R L R L K K R L.<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To play this fill:\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":480}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><ul><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Play two 16th notes on the snare. Make sure they are accented, and play them with your right and then left hand <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335551550\":1,\"335551620\":1,\"335559685\":720,\"335559737\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Next, play another two 16th note snare hits as ghosted notes<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335551550\":1,\"335551620\":1,\"335559685\":720,\"335559737\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This is then followed by two 16th notes on the kick drum<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335551550\":1,\"335551620\":1,\"335559685\":720,\"335559737\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Finally, play two 16th notes. The first should be on the floor tom and the second on the snare drum<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134233117\":false,\"134233118\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335551550\":1,\"335551620\":1,\"335559685\":720,\"335559737\":0,\"335559738\":0,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-42836\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2025\/01\/Rock-Chorus-Ender-.jpg\" alt=\"Rock Chorus Ender \u00a0\" width=\"1330\" height=\"364\" \/><\/p><hr \/><h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">FAQs<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"335559738\":160,\"335559739\":80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3><h4><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What are fills in drumming?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Fills in drumming are short, expressive patterns used to transition between sections of a song or add flair. They often involve dynamic variations in rhythm, toms, cymbals, or snare. Fills enhance the musicality of a performance and showcase a drummer's creativity and technique.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h4><span data-contrast=\"auto\">How do you count drum fills?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Counting drum fills involves maintaining the song's time signature and subdividing beats appropriately. Typically, fills are integrated within a measure, such as beats 3 and 4 in 4\/4 time. Counting ensures rhythmic accuracy, aligning fills seamlessly with the music's tempo and groove.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h4><span data-contrast=\"auto\">How can I make my drum fills sound better?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Making drum fills sound better involves practising timing, dynamics, and consistency. Focus on smooth transitions, experiment with rhythmic patterns, and incorporate accents. Using a metronome and analysing professional drummers' fills can also elevate creativity and precision. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><hr \/><h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">Final thoughts<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"134245418\":true,\"134245529\":true,\"335559738\":160,\"335559739\":80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Drum fills are an important part of a drummer's routine, and if you're a beginner, we hope our picks of <strong>easy drum fills <\/strong>have given you enough simplicity and variety to get started! We recommend starting<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> slow, using a metronome, and gradually increasing the speed at your own pace. 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