Category: Lectures

A collection of lectures Jack Bell presented over many years while he was a professor at Georgia State University.

  • Rudimental Swing Drumming

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    The Art of Percussion This style of rudimental swing drumming presented in this DVD bridges the gap between the old N.A.RD. traditional interpretation of the “26 Standard American Drum Rudiments” and the rudimental style used in today’s modern drum corps. Selections Read more

  • Developing Rhythm at Converse College

    Developing Rhythm at Converse College
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    This lecture on developing rhythmic sensitivity was held at Converse College in Spartanburg, South Carolina. To learn more about Converse College click below PART 1 PART 2 PART 3 PART 4 PART 5 Read more

  • Six Propers of Rudimental Drumming

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    What Are The Six Propers? The Six Propers of Rudimental Drumming are Rhythm; Ornaments; Stickings; Continuity; Dynamics; and Speed. Renowned percussionist Jack Bell goes over everything using Solo No. 19 in the Charles Wilcoxon Book of 150 Rudimental Solos. Prof. Bell walks you through the rudiment elements on a split screen, demonstrating hand action, an… Read more

  • UGA Percussion Studio Lecture

    UGA Percussion Studio Lecture
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    This was a lecture I presented at the University of Georgia. I recorded this video on Monday, May 6, 2015 in the UGA percussion studio. Due to the length of the video, it is shown here in 12 separate parts. Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5 Part 6 Part 7 Part… Read more

  • Developing Rhythmic Sensitivity

    Developing Rhythmic Sensitivity
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    Introduction Developing Rhythmic Sensitivity consists of a comprehensive textbook and 2+ hours video lecture-demonstration of the concepts and rhythmic exercises necessary to accurately perform, teach, conduct and notate rhythmic patterns. Developing Rhythmic Sensitivity:Lecture by Prof. Jack Bell (PART 1 -3) Developing Rhythmic Sensitivity:Lecture by Prof. Jack Bell (PART 4) Purchase Read more