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How to Hold Drumsticks Using the Traditional Grip

With the traditional grip you grasp the drumstick from underneath. Your palms will be facing upwards. It comes from the the way the old marching band drummers used to play their drums.

How to Hold Drumsticks and Correct Posture

The drumsticks should act like extensions of your arms as you play and it’s important to feel completely in control of them.

How to Hold Drumsticks Using the Matched Grip

The matched grip is one of the most important drumstick grips. It is a very popular grip used in several styles of music.

How to Hold Drumsticks Using the French Grip

This french grip has a totally different feel from the traditional grip and the match grip. This is because you will use your fingers to control the drumstick.