Double Stroke Roll Rudiment
Playing an open double stroke roll involves striking the drum or pad with two quick bounces (or strokes) for each hand. Begin with one hand hitting the drum twice in a row with a slight rebound between each stroke, and then switch to the other hand. It’s essential to let the sticks bounce freely to achieve a smooth and controlled roll. Maintain a relaxed grip and use a combination of wrist and finger motions to produce the double strokes. Practice at a slow tempo initially, focusing on evenness and clarity, then gradually increase speed as you become more comfortable. An open double stroke roll adds versatility and dynamic range to a drummer’s toolkit.
Five Stroke Roll Rudiment
To play a five stroke roll, execute two double stroke on alternating hand and then end with an accented quarter note. After each roll alternate the starting hand which should also end up on the starting hand.
Six Stroke Roll Rudiment
Six Stroke rolls start and end with an accented eighth, with two sets of double strokes sixteenths between.
Seven Stroke Roll Rudiment
To play start with three sixteenth double strokes starting on the right hand and end with and accented eighth on the left hand.
Nine Stroke Roll Rudiment
Start with 4 sets of double stroke rolls starting on the right had and then finish with an accented quarter on the lead hand.
Ten Stroke Roll Rudiment
Ten stroke rolls start and end with an accented eighth note and has 4 sets of double strokes in between. It gets tricky to count as more and more strokes are added. Try subdividing the beats to help you keep track.
Eleven Stroke Roll Rudiment
This rudiment starts with five sets of double strokes ending with an accented eighth.
Thirteen Stroke Roll Rudiment
Thirteen Stroke Roll starts with 6 sets of double strokes ending in an accented quarter.
Fifteen Stroke Roll Rudiment
Same and the previous rudiment but add an additional double stroke and end with an accented eighth.
Seventeen Stroke Roll Rudiment
