If you think that a baby drum will do nothing but give you a headache, you are mistaken. There are many benefits you can get from this craft. Even if you decided to do it on the instructions of a teacher from kindergarten.
It is often suggested to make a do-it-yourself drum for kindergarten not in order to add worries to parents. Most likely, this is done for some kind of developmental activities or matinees, which in itself is a sacred thing.
Among other useful things, there is one piece of advice that is not entirely serious, more of a joke. But as you know, there is some truth in every joke. See how else you can use children's homemade drum, if you decide to do it yourself.
Look around and you'll find all sorts of used packages, tins and other things that can be turned into a beautifully beating drum. Even if you don't have anything stocked for crafts, everything can be found in the house.
Yes, and there are benefits for your family and at home in this activity (or you can find it, if you wish). If there is a desire, there will always be a reason...
Why make a drum
For example:
- Joint creativity, as we know, brings people together.
- This exciting activity- make such a cool toy yourself.
- An excellent opportunity to develop a sense of rhythm and train movement coordination. Try to march yourself and beat the drum, maintaining the rhythm.
- An occasion to offer the child not just to beat with drumsticks, but to try to play a familiar song in rhythm.
- You can keep a child busy in the country with a homemade drum for a long time, which is also a plus.
- If you want revenge noisy neighbors in a city apartment, a drum and a child are just what you need (just kidding, but...).
Do not forget to buy earplugs or a pair of headphones for each family member who is not participating in the action of retribution.
The simplest DIY drums
Coffee tin
This DIY drum is the most simple craft of all that we will now offer you. Can from under coffee plastic cover that's all it needs. To prevent the lid from slipping off every now and then, secure it with film and, to be sure, place it on glue.
The holes in the lid, which will be the striking surface, do not need to be perforated, that is, there is no need to make holes in it. The sound will be dull, but it will be there. And our drum will not break through.
Do an experiment and see what sound the sticks produce. You can use Chinese sushi sticks by wrapping cotton balls around them (tightly). Well, you’ll also have to take care of the string with which your proud drummer will hang the new toy around his neck.
Although for the baby’s delicate neck it is better to take a wide ribbon or a gauze mother’s scarf. Here you will have to be creative: attract dad and tools or tie a tricky wrapping knot around the can.
But this must be done in such a way that the tape does not tear off the lid, which is not very firmly seated. Otherwise there will be no tears.
Cool drum made from a plastic bucket with a lid
A very simple and most successful drum made from a plastic bucket with a lid. (It’s better not to come up with revenge on your neighbors (again a joke...). It can be painted or decorated as your imagination dictates. You need to take a bucket of the same size or make several drums of different sizes to get a whole drum set. Their lids hold firmly and take care that that it won’t have to fly off.
We make sticks from scrap materials; pencils, felt-tip pens, and a design like the one in the photo will do. Even my mother’s silicone brushes for greasing the frying pan will give an interesting sound. Let your child try out whatever sound he wants. Don't nip your future celebrity's fantasies in the bud.
Hanging such a drum-bucket around your neck is not just simple, but very simple. Therefore, this homemade drum is number one in the range of DIY drums in terms of ease of execution, sound volume and time required.
Corrugated cardboard drum
You will have to sit over this drum and it is unlikely to be suitable for a keen drummer. Something tells me that he will not serve his intended purpose for long. Quicker decorative option(for show, so to speak), but has the right to life. The main thing is that it looks good and the drum will be made with your own hands for kindergarten. For check.
Do-it-yourself step-by-step photos of a drum from a can
Not the easiest way to make a drum with your own hands for kindergarten. But if you can find a film that is thick enough for the striking face, or a film that can withstand the tightest possible tension, your drum will be a winner in drum crafts.
DIY souvenir drum
To decorate the premises of kindergarten groups New Year's parties A paper drum fits perfectly. People are often asked to do something New Year's Eve for New Year's decorations with their own hands.
What do parents do most often? That's right, Christmas tree compositions with pine cones. Your decorative drum will stand out from the crowd New Year's crafts and the teachers will be sincerely grateful to you. Original jewelry always in short supply.
Drum made of paper, cotton swabs and gift paper with printed or music notes
Such a paper drum will require rolls of adhesive tape, or cardboard cartridges from paper towels. The size of the drum depends on the size of the cardboard cartridge. Twine, wire, beads, and even leftover thread from knitting will come in handy.
You can make a very small paper drum and place it in the paws of a teddy bear or doll. Place under the Christmas tree or hang on branches as Christmas decorations. Can be used in garlands or as an element of a winter composition to decorate a room.
A do-it-yourself drum for a kindergarten can be both real, performing its musical functions, and symbolic. Listen to the request of the educators and specify for what purpose they are asked to make a drum with their own hands.
Where will it be used and what quality should it be. We have offered you options. Go ahead and be sure to involve children in creativity. They remember such moments for the rest of their lives, in contrast to the joint viewing of regular cartoons.
Exclusive items always arouse the admiration of others and the pride of the owner. If you play a drum kit, custom-made drum kits sticks will become your unique highlight.
Instructions
- Go to any music store and look at the models of drumsticks they sell. Pay attention to the markings. The numerical designation indicates the thickness sticks, and the letter one - about its purpose. If you are a beginner drummer, ask the seller for a stick marked 2B and remember its diameter and weight. Models with this marking are intended for playing in brass and symphony orchestras. They are very comfortable and popular with beginner drummers who are developing their technique and staging.
- Buy from the construction market wooden block. In principle, American walnut, maple or oak will do, but it’s better to buy a maple bar anyway. This wood is light and sticks These are ideal for fast and quiet playing. When you become a superstar or a professional drumstick maker, make sticks from exotic woods such as bubinga or rosewood.
- Remember the 2B model you were looking at in the music store and cut out sticks approximately the same length and thickness. To do this, make the bottom sticks thickened - it will be a counterweight to the end sticks with head. Opposite thin end sticks, which is used to strike the drum, is called a "shoulder". The length and shape of this section affect the sound. Cut the stick so that it gradually becomes thinner towards the head. Then its sound will be more refined.
- head sticks make it Pointed or triangle-tipped. This is the most popular option and guarantees mid-focused sound.
- Process the cut out sticks sanding paper to remove roughness and protect your hands from possible splinters.
- If you want to hold more confidently and firmly sticks, buy special anti-slip tapes and wrap them around the bases of the sticks.
The question is relevant and will remain relevant because... those who want to do percussion instruments there will always be. In this article we have collected a lot useful information. Let's get started.
Among large quantity brands of drumsticks on the market, you just need to understand how to choose the most suitable drumsticks for your playing style. Would a metal drummer use jazz sticks? Your sticks may break very quickly or may not produce the desired sound. Therefore, you need to understand what sticks you play with and whether they are suitable for you.
Let's start with a tree
In order to choose the right ones for yourself Drumsticks, you need to start with the base - wood. There are 3 main types of wood used to make drumsticks. The first option is maple, which is the lightest and has excellent flexibility. Maple is good for energetic play because... absorbs impact energy well. With it you will feel less blows from your hands. The next type of wood is walnut, which is the most commonly used material for making sticks and provides a decent level of energy absorption and flexibility. And finally, oak. Oak drumsticks rarely break, but you will feel the vibration a lot more due to oak's poor ability to absorb energy. If the stick does not indicate what wood it is made from, then leave that stick. This usually means that it is made from an unknown wood without meeting the standards.
Tip selection
Now that you've chosen your wood, it's time to choose the appropriate tip. There are two main types of tip: nylon and wood. Wood is more common. The tree is a good choice for many types of games. The only disadvantage of a wooden tip is their rapid wear with frequent use. Nylon tips last longer and are useful when playing cymbals where you want a bright cymbal sound and good bounce. A problem with nylon tips can be if they fly off the stick during a performance. If you play electronic drums, it is recommended to use drumsticks with nylon tips. Wooden sticks can break and a broken stick can seriously damage the mesh on the ped.
Size selection
When you have already decided on the tree and tip, you need to choose right size drumstick. Different manufacturers code their drumsticks slightly differently, so you'll notice a difference between the Vic Firth 5a versus the Zildjian 5a. However, they are nevertheless quite similar. There are 3 main categories of drumsticks.
7a. These are the thinnest and lightest drumsticks for a smooth sound on your drums. They are great for jazz music and young drummers.
5a. These are the most common sticks. They are medium in thickness and allow you to play both loudly and quietly. Great for rock music.
2b/5b. They are thicker than the previous ones and allow you to extract a loud sound from the drums and are ideal for metal and hard rock.
Original drumsticks
You've most likely seen unusual drumsticks of different colors and shapes on store shelves. They are designed to make you more comfortable to hold or to extend your play time. Rubber drumsticks are becoming increasingly popular and promise to "never break". The problem is that these drumsticks are quite expensive and cost about $50 a pair. Moreover, you will see that they will quickly cut on the cymbals and are inconvenient for playing rim shots on the snare drum. Colored sticks leave marks on plates over time and for this reason are not very practical.
Remember, if you keep breaking your drumsticks, check your technique before upgrading to heavier sticks. At correct technique Drumsticks should break very rarely.
Knowing all the information provided, you should not have problems choosing the right drumsticks for yourself. Remember that choosing sticks is always a personal exercise, so try and experiment with different sizes and styles.
The video shows different drumsticks.
- Always have several pairs of drumsticks with you. Companies that produce drumsticks also produce convenient containers for storing them. Put a few of these in your bag to keep your chopsticks within arm's reach at all times.
- If you're wondering how jazz drummers get that squeaky sound on their snare drum, you might want to invest in a pair of snare brushes. Brushes have retractable thin metal rods that are primarily used to provide a quiet background beat, thus making the sound completely different from hitting with sticks.
- When playing an acoustic concert, you can use ruts, which are made from hewn birch or bamboo chips. Compared to brushes, they sound more muffled. Although the roots come in different thicknesses, do not hit them too hard, otherwise pieces may break off and become unplayable.
- Try different innovations from time to time. For example, the manufacturer Zildjian produces rubber training pads.
- Wear earplugs when playing the drums. The source of the loud sound (i.e. the drums) is quite close to your ears. You want to listen to music and have conversations when you're 80, right? Many drummers notice hearing loss by the age of 50, and only then begin to use earplugs. Don't let this happen to you.
- Chances are that you will have to try a lot of sticks. If you don't know which ones you want, try several options. Ultimately you will settle on what is right for you.
- If you play metal, 5B sticks will suit you.
- You can also start with fairly thick sticks of 2A or larger format to train your wrist, and then switch to sticks easier. And, ultimately, stop playing with heavy sticks altogether.
- If you want to achieve an epic, orchestral sound, wrap the ends of the sticks with duct tape. This will give the cymbals a less harsh sound and will also help create a crescendo effect. The more ribbon you wrap around the sticks, the stronger the effect.
- you can use different kinds sticks for different styles games.
- Be careful, playing heavy music can cause blisters and calluses. Buy from your chosen manufacturer special tapes, which will reduce vibration - this will reduce the number of possible injuries.
- If you are going to play in a group or already play, ask the leader of the group for advice on which sticks you should choose.
- If you know exactly what sticks you want, buy the big pack at once, they will really pay for themselves.
- Don't limit yourself to just playing wooden chopsticks. If your sticks break frequently, try graphite sticks, but they will sound different.
“If a person has golden hands, it doesn’t matter where they come from!” (With) Russian radio
It all started with a strong desire to play the drums and practice at home, and not just at the rehearsal base. For training at home, I already had a homemade exercise machine. But knocking on rubber bands and felt without hearing “normal” sounds eventually became boring. The creative itch and engineering education pushed me to look for something else. Putting an acoustic drum set at home would be an inadequate solution. The apartment is in a panel high-rise building with all the consequences, as they say... Therefore, I settled on the option with an electronic drum kit. And I really wanted it to electronic drum kit it would feel as much like an acoustic one as possible. Option with hard drum pads was rejected immediately. But the drums with nets - it seemed very interesting!
The issue of price was also not the least of the issues. After studying the materials of various forums for drummers, I realized that it is quite possible to make the drum kit you want yourself.
Further - drum module. Which? Conditions: home use, flexibility of settings, connection to a computer and, of course, price. In the end, the choice came down to the purchase Alesis Trigger IO module and demanding self-assembly MegaDrum module. MegaDrum won.
When I first learned about MegaDrum and got acquainted with this project in detail, I can honestly say that I really liked it and aroused sincere admiration! What is especially captivating (in a good way) is Dmitry Skachkov’s reverent attitude and attention to his brainchild and the very informative forum where you can get answers to almost any questions regarding the module. Taking off my hat!
Below I will try to talk in detail and clearly about how I made my electronic drum kit and what nuances and difficulties arose in the process. Some things and solutions are not invented by me and are described in various forums. So this article (among other things) is an attempt to combine my own and others’ practical experience.
DRUM MODULE
As I indicated above, the MegaDrum module is used as a midi converter. At first I wanted to build it from scratch, but then I leaned towards purchasing the All In One v3.2 PCB 56i Kit. The kit allows you to assemble a module for electronic drum kit for 56 inputs based on Atmega644. Yes, it was more expensive, but the advantages outweighed:
- All the details are in one package. This is important because it is not always possible to purchase everything you need at once and in one place;
- factory made two-layer printed circuit board with marked markings to facilitate installation of elements;
- already “flashed” PIC and Atmega with a protected bootloader.
All this contributed to the speedy assembly module for electronic drums and reduced the likelihood of “shoals”.
Payment was made by payment card via PayPal. After 2 weeks I received a parcel from France. The equipment and quality corresponded to what was stated (and expected too).
There were no problems during assembly. I soldered with a low-power soldering iron (25 W) with a thin tip. Solder in the form of a wire with a diameter of 1 mm with flux inside. At the end of soldering, I washed off the flux splashes using a brush and circuit board cleaner.
The soldering took about a week, because... soldered after work in the evenings, when the household emptied the kitchen. A kitchen with a hood definitely rocks!
As soon as the installation was completed, the desire immediately arose to check whether the animal was “alive.” Plugged it into USB and... It works!!! At least the system (I have WinXP SP3) recognized the device and the display showed information that it was MegaDrum and copyright D. Skachkov. Next we needed to check the inputs and buttons.
Over the weekend I went to the radio market in Kardachi. There we bought a plastic case of a suitable size, jacks, buttons (I decided not to use those in the set), additional connectors (for connecting drums and drum cymbals) and ten pieces of pieces with a diameter of 35, 27 and 20 mm. Just in case, I took it with a reserve (and as it turned out, not in vain).
Returning home, I quickly soldered the cable with a piezo and a connector. I connected MegaDrum, loaded the EZDrummer program and began to plug the jack and piezo into the module connectors one by one. I couldn't believe it myself, but EVERYTHING worked! It seems that it should have been so, but in the depths of my soul I was expecting some joint. And then - collected, connected and here's your happiness!
I didn't need 56 inputs. 32 was quite enough even with plans for the future. Therefore, I put aside the board with 24 inputs. I made markings on the case and drilled holes for the connectors. For the USB connector I had to use a jigsaw to cut it out. I decided not to use midi connectors.
For drilling holes in plastic relatively large diameter(more than 5 mm) feather drill bits for wood should be used. This will result in even and neat holes, not torn holes.
I managed to ruin the “original” front panel of the case by mistakenly drilling holes for buttons of a larger diameter than necessary. Cursing, I thought about how to make a new one. Rescued office, which is engaged in outdoor advertising. I drew a drawing of the panel in Adobe Illustrator and emailed them. For 20 UAH ($2.5) they laser cut out a new panel from 2 mm acrylic with all the cutouts for screws, buttons and LCD. Looking ahead, I’ll say what they did to me there round blanks for drum cymbals made of 5 mm thick acrylic.
In the same Adobe Illustrator, I made a drawing of the front panel. Printed on photo paper and laminated. Then I cut holes and glued them onto an acrylic panel using double-sided tape. This is what happened in the end.
At final assembly module, I still became a victim of my carelessness. I mistakenly plugged the keyboard connector into the encoder connector. After launch, I tried unsuccessfully to get to the settings using the buttons. But it doesn't work! As a result of my chaotic button presses, I turned the display contrast to zero and stopped seeing anything at all. I came to the forum to ask the age-old question “What should I do?!” The next day the joint was discovered. The connector was connected where it should be, after which everything worked. Contrast and settings have been restored. Hooray!
DRUMS
- Reels
After assembling the module, it was the turn of the drums. It was decided to make drums standard sizes, namely: bass drum and snare drum - 12 inches, toms - 10 inches. These sizes were chosen to obtain the optimal balance of the following parameters: quality of filming, the ability to install branded nets, dimensions and ease of play.
Initially I wanted to cut tubs from PVC pipes of the appropriate diameters. And very soon I realized that everything is not so simple! It was very expensive to buy pipes of such diameters and lengths of 2-2.5 m, and pipes 1 m long exist only in price lists. None of the suppliers saw them live. Those. the situation is like in the Soviet joke about toilet paper. It seems to exist, but it is impossible to buy.
Again the same question: what to do? On bourgeois forums, people solve the problem using “flexible wood”. The thing is, of course, useful, but for our region it is still exotic. It seems that a couple of companies in Kyiv have started supplying this so-called. " flexible plywood", but the price... And bending shells from ordinary plywood at home is a real pain. In the end, I decided to try making shells from fiberboard. In the end, I didn’t acoustic drums I was going to do it.
Cut straight fiberboard sheet at home was not possible. So I went to the nearest Epicenter and bought a 2440x1220 mm fiberboard sheet with a thickness of 3.2 mm. I also ordered the sheet to be cut into strips of 1220x110 mm.
Because The thickness of the material was 3.2 mm, then when using 3 layers the wall of the shell was about 10 mm, which seemed quite sufficient to me.
I put 3 strips of fiberboard in a bath with a little warm water. After about 15 minutes the stripes began to sink. This was a signal that the fiberboard had absorbed enough water and was ready to bend.
It must be borne in mind that fiberboard strips receive various internal stresses during the drying process and become deformed. If you simply twist the strip into a roll, securing it at the edges, the result will be an egg-shaped spiral. But it won’t be possible to glue together a perfectly round tub. The strips should be dried by wrapping something around it and securing it tightly. I used 2 pans of the appropriate sizes. Larger for snare and bass drum, smaller for toms.
One by one, I rolled the strips into rolls and placed them inside the pan for a minute (so that they remember the shape a little). Then, one by one, he tightly wound them around the pan, seam to seam. I also wrapped it tightly with nylon twine on top and left it to dry for 4 days.
After 4 days, I removed the “donut” from the pan and wrapped it around the ring with twine, leaving it to dry for another 3 days.
So, the blanks for the tub are ready. Can be cut and glued. Next, I will describe the process of making a tom shell.
The first layer is the outer one. If the shell has an outer diameter of 10 inches (254 mm), then the length of the first strip should be 798 mm (L=2*Pi*R). To accurately measure the given length, I took a flexible sewing meter and, using a precision tape measure, made a mark on it (you can’t trust the divisions on a sewing meter). Having secured one end of the meter to the strip and wrapped it tightly around the workpiece, I noted desired length. I cut off the excess with a hacksaw.
It is not necessary to calculate the exact length of the second (third) layer using a formula adjusted for the thickness of the material. It is enough to estimate the length with a small margin, and cut off the excess during the gluing process, when the actual length is clear. The “seams” of the layers should be located opposite each other.
To glue the fiberboard I used moisture-resistant B3 glue. It is similar to PVA, but becomes more rigid as it dries.
First, I coated a small area with glue at the junction of the outer layer, covered the outside and inside with pieces of the previously cut strip and clamped it with clothespins on both sides. After 30 min. I took off the clothespins and glued the right half of the ring, holding it with clothespins. I left it to dry for 40 minutes.
During gluing, it is very important to ensure that the edges of the strips do not overlap each other!
Then he took off the clothespins and cut off the excess glue from the edges with a knife. I pressed the left half of the inner strip tightly and determined how much needed to be cut so that in the future it would stick to the joint with the right one. Cut it off. Then I glued it using the method described above. I did the same with the third strip and left it to dry overnight.
The next day I sanded the sides and edges, rounding the top (under the mesh). Next, I made markings for the holes for the screws (fastening the joists and the bottom) and the connector (female jack).
I decided to decorate the tubs on the outside using self-adhesive film “like wood”. To ensure that the film sticks well, I coated the tub with varnish on water based in 3 layers with intermediate sanding, leaving the upper part about 7 mm wide intact. Accordingly, the film was cut with a width 7 mm less than the height of the reel. The indentation is needed so that the mesh does not tear off the film when pulled. I soaked this indentation with wood varnish and sanded it. In general, I would like to note that after the fiberboard was impregnated with glue and varnish, its properties began to resemble wood.
The rest of the shells were made in exactly the same way.
- Drum hoops, bottoms and lags
Instructions
Go to any music store and look at the models of drumsticks they sell. Pay attention to the markings. The numerical designation indicates the thickness sticks, and the letter one - about its purpose. If you are a beginner, ask the seller for a stick marked 2B and remember its diameter and weight. Models with this marking are intended for playing in brass and symphony orchestras. They are very convenient and popular among those developing technique and staging.
Purchase a wooden block from the construction market. In principle, walnut, maple or oak will do, but it’s better to buy a block of maple. This wood is light and sticks These are ideal for fast and quiet playing. When you become a superstar or a professional drumstick maker, make sticks from exotic woods such as bubinga or rosewood.
Remember the 2B model you were looking at in the music store and cut out sticks approximately the same length and thickness. To do this, make the bottom sticks thickened - it will be a counterweight to the end sticks with head. Opposite thin end sticks, with which the drum is struck, "shoulder". The length and shape of this section affect the sound. Cut the stick so that it gradually becomes thinner towards the head. Then its sound will be more refined.
head sticks make it Pointed or triangle-tipped. This is the most popular option and guarantees mid-focused sound.
Process the cut out sticks sanding paper to remove roughness and protect your hands from possible splinters.
If you want to hold more confidently and firmly sticks, buy special anti-slip tapes and wrap them around the bases of the sticks.
note
Do not wrap duct tape or plasters around the sticks, trying to make it less slippery. Use only special tapes for this purpose.
Remember that chopsticks are consumables for the drummer. There is no need to protect them and try to protect them from fractures. Play for fun!
Not every professional drummer can tell you right away why he chose certain drumsticks. Most likely, their choice is made automatically. They already know what they need. And you also need to know this in order to do it. the right purchase.
Instructions
Pay attention to the surface of the sticks - they should be smooth, even, and made of fairly dense wood. In addition to the type of wood, the weight, diameter, length and material of the tips of the drumsticks are of great importance. In addition, professionals also talk about balance and grip comfort.
Give preference to sticks made of wood that does not have a contrasting structure, otherwise such sticks can break literally at any time during the game. In addition, the sound produced by the drums also depends on the material of the sticks, or rather the tips. Thus, wooden tips allow you to produce a natural sound, but synthetic nylon tips produce a booming and richer sound and last an order of magnitude longer.
Select sticks not only based on the material, but also so that they fit perfectly in your hands. If you hold them comfortably, the quality of the sound extracted from the drums will increase. Don't be afraid to compare multiple sets of drumsticks.
Also one of important factors the choice of drumsticks depends on your playing style and repertoire. You should be especially careful when choosing sticks for rock, jazz and classical music.
When evaluating the selected sticks, tap them one against the other and listen. If you suspect that the sticks are not as dense as you would like or even have a cavity inside, do not even think about buying them.
Once again, it is worth repeating that the sticks must be perfectly straight and even, because the slightest curvature of the shape of the sticks will not have the best effect on your playing. Ride each of them flat surface, and you will immediately see how straight they are.
Once you gain experience and understand the intricacies of choosing quality drumsticks, you will do this automatically. Perhaps you decide to pick up several sets at once for different playing styles. After all, you shouldn’t get hung up on one thing.
Twisting drumsticks is a very effective technique that many famous drummers use when performing music, for example, Gerry Brown. To learn how to spin drums, you need to practice for a long time.
Instructions
Please note that spinning the drums sticks akin to twisting a stick in karate. Feints with drumsticks can be performed using either two or four fingers. Rotation clockwise and in the opposite direction look equally spectacular. After 2-3 years of regular play, this skill appears on its own. Sometimes it can be worked out by specifically devoting time to it.
Place the stick between your index and middle fingers, perpendicular to your palm, and try to rotate it. Imagine that you are holding a propeller in your hands. During unwinding, the stick should always be located only between the index and middle fingers. At the beginning of training, you can help with your other fingers, but over time the stick will begin to spin in your hand easily and naturally, as if without your help.
Please note that you do not need to rotate the stick like an oar - first with one end, then with the other. Try to keep your hand still, moving only your two working fingers.
Please note that the fingers should be kept straight, only a slight bend in the phalanges is allowed.
Try using several exercises to develop your hands and fingers. This will help you master drumstick twirling faster. First, rotate the chopsticks, making single strikes according to the pattern: R-L-R-L-R-L, where R is rotation to the right, L is rotation to the left.
When you can do this exercise at a fast pace, move on to practicing double kicks: R-R-L-L-R-R-L-L-R-R-L-L.
Having mastered this technique, try performing paradiddles: R-L-R-R-L-R-L-L-R-L-R-R-L-R-L-L.
Visual information on how to spin the drums sticks? look at the schools of Mark Mineman, Bobby Jazombek, and Thomas Lang. Godsmack's album Changes may also be useful to you. In it, Shanon Larkin performs various feints with drumsticks.
Gripping the sticks is the basis of good playing of the instrument, so it is important to learn it from the first lessons. Otherwise, your hands will get tired when playing the drums.
