Percussion Instruction
35 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 11 years ago - ★★★★★ - 13 ratingsPercussion Instruction Learn the congas and other hand percussion
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Percussion Instruction; Contemp Gospel Pt. 1
January 18, 2013 20:51 - 5 minutes - 23.9 MB VideoPart 1 of a series on playing percussion in a contemporary gospel feel. In the first couple sessions I will mainly be explaining playing on congas. After that we will go into shakers, chimes, rattlers, etc. The next series after this will be CCM Thanks for watching! Don't forget to subscribe and also check out williamjohnsonmusic.com and heartbeatforworship.com (ministry website). There you can watch my music videos and listen to my latest CD Flor de Vida
Learning Congas; Tumbao or Marcha Rhythm
October 17, 2012 05:55 - 6 minutes - 16 MB VideoThis is an excerpt from the Percussion Instruction DVD Volume 1; Learning Congas
How To Play Ambient Percussion Part 2; Shakers & Rattlers
August 15, 2012 16:59 - 5 minutes - 21.1 MB VideoContinuation of playing shakers & rattlers/ ambient percussion www.williamjohnsonmusic.com
How To Play Ambient Percussion; Shakers & Rattlers
August 15, 2012 15:38 - 5 minutes - 21.1 MB VideoIn this episode we introduce ideas playing with shakers & rattlers
How To Play Congas; Rudiment Series
August 08, 2012 05:44 - 7 minutes - 27.4 MB VideoIn this episode we go over doubles on the congas
How to play cajon part 1
July 04, 2012 06:18 - 4 minutes - 15 MB VideoIn this episode we explore different ways to play the cajon. Please note that some cajons are built differently. On many cajons you can also play the sides to achieve the high pitch pop as well. This is the first part of the cajon series
Shaker with congas continued
November 14, 2011 01:39 - 5 minutes - 22.3 MB VideoContinuation in shakers and congas podcast with practice pads. Also check out podcast in itunes under "percussion instruction"
How to Playing Congas and Shakers Part 2
August 10, 2011 01:40In this episode we will be explaining how to incorporate shakers into your playing (with congas). I am using three conga practice pads made of wood. This is a great way to practice when noise is an issue. We will be moving a little in reverse since the episode will actually be part 1. For now explore and study the exercises given in this episode. Quarter notes are primarily used in this episode however we will also discuss eight notes (on the conga) in the next episode of this series. I will ...
How to Playing Congas and Shakers Part 2
August 10, 2011 01:40 - 9 minutes - 350 MB VideoIn this episode we will be explaining how to incorporate shakers into your playing (with congas). I am using three conga practice pads made of wood. This is a great way to practice when noise is an issue. We will be moving a little in reverse since the episode will actually be part 1. For now explore and study the exercises given in this episode. Quarter notes are primarily used in this episode however we will also discuss eight notes (on the conga) in the next episode of this series. I will ...
Live Acoustic KJ & Will
January 24, 2011 15:11 - 3 minutes - 28.2 MB VideoThe KJ and Will show!... Just kidding everyone. ; Last week I had the privilege of rehearsing with KJ Scriven for a worship concert in Florence South Carolina. This is an original song KJ wrote that we only performed once together. We only rehearsed the song together once before we shot this video. KJ is one of those artists you have to pay close attention to because his style is often full of improvisation. Also KJ is a drummer so he knows what he likes and wants. That can be intimidating if...
Percussion Instruction Podcast; Congas/percussion in worship/pop
January 12, 2011 04:35 - 3 minutes - 19.6 MB VideoThis is the first part of a new series where I will be uploading videos of playing with other instrumentation to show some ideas of how to apply the congas, cajon, djembe, shakers, etc. to modern styles and genres of music. Notice here towards the end that I use a "tumbao" shortly to show how Latin or other actual patterns can be applied to contemporary styles. The song is actually Revelation song and can be found by searching for Phillips Craig and Dean as well as Kari Jobe. ;The next video ...
Multicultural Worship Concert Heartbeat 2010
September 30, 2010 15:43 - 3 minutes - 144 MB VideoMulti-Cultural worship concert featuring percussion and music from around the world. Award winning percussionist Luis Conte & Lou Santiago Jr., Phil Routszong and Unveil, Trinity Takeover (Latin Dance & Reggaeton artists) and more...Find out more about the event and purchase tickets at ;http://www.itickets.com/events/245207/Fayetteville_NC/Heartbeat_for_Worship.html?brand=22
Percussion Instruction Podcast; Rudiments on Congas Pt.1
June 24, 2010 06:15 - 10 minutes - 121 MB VideoIn this episode we continue to explore rudiments on congas and how they can be used. This is part 1 in a series and we will go more into the clave, contemporary worship and Gospel settings/ styles, as well as improvisation using different rudiments.
Watch the Heartbeat For Worship DVD trailer
May 18, 2010 19:01 - 1 minute - 70.7 MB VideoHeartbeat for Worship DVD available Friday May 28, 2010For those of you who can we are asking if you can share this video. Thank you and God bless you!
Stick Control Part 3
April 04, 2010 02:34 - 4 minutes - 57.6 MB VideoIn this episode we are continuing to explore stick control techniques and basic rudiment exercises.
Stick Control Part Two
March 26, 2010 05:22 - 5 minutes - 69.5 MB VideoIn this episode we explore some rudiments and exercises to develop technique and hand control.
Stick Control & Open Slap Series
March 07, 2010 23:20 - 7 minutes - 83.2 MB VideoIn this episode we will be exploring the concept of stick control and further instruction of the open slap. Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast. Also please feel free to ask questions and leave a comment!
Percussion Instruction; Melodies and Improvisation
January 22, 2010 05:05 - 6 minutes - 79.8 MB VideoIn this episode we continue to explore the possibilities of providing melodies upon the congas and how to improvise using a reference point to come back to the melody.
Conga Solo On three Congas
January 01, 2010 19:09 - 3 minutes - 109 MB VideoThis solo is designed to derive ideas for improvisation upon the congas. I hope you enjoy and don't forget to subscribe.
Ghatam Podcast Part 1
December 31, 2009 21:11 - 6 minutes - 134 MB VideoIn this episode I am introducing a new episode to the podcast. The Ghatam is a clay pot from India with beautiful tones.
Three Conga Solo
December 28, 2009 04:19 - 5 minutes - 196 MB VideoThis episode is a conga solo designed to help implement some of the ideas that were discussed in the rhythmic concepts. I hope it helps and everyone enjoys.
Rythmic Concepts on Congas Part 2
December 18, 2009 20:58 - 9 minutes - 233 MB VideoSecond part of Rythmic Concepts on the congas. Exploring the triplet, five stroke rolls and accents...
Rythmic Concepts on Congas Part 1
December 16, 2009 06:00 - 4 minutes - 124 MB Videoin this podcast we explore some of the melodic ideas of playing on the congas and specific movements such as the five stroke roll and triplets. The tumbao however is found however in 4/4 just as often as in songs in 6. Thanks for watching!
Worship Podcast with solo part 1
October 27, 2009 00:35 - 7 minutes - 194 MB VideoIn this episode we introduce ways to be creative in your playing and worship, as well as incorporating traditional styles in other settings. Thank you for viewing!
Tuning The Congas Part 2
September 25, 2009 14:02 - 8 minutes - 217 MB VideoEpisode two of tuning the congas. In this episode we will be going over how to tune your congas. We will begin from the very basics and then further develop more complex techniques in coming episodes. thank you for viewing. Please visit the blog on my site at www.heartbeatforworship.com and leave any comments or questions you may have. Also please subscribe to our email list so that we may notify you of future events. Thank you and may God bless you!
Intro To Tuning Your Congas
September 25, 2009 04:46 - 4 minutes - 109 MB VideoIn this episode we will be going over how to tune your congas. We will begin from the very basics and then further develop more complex techniques in coming episodes. thank you for viewing. Please visit the blog on my site at www.heartbeatforworship.com and leave any comments or questions you may have. Also please subscribe to our email list so that we may notify you of future events. Thank you and may God bless you!
Slap Continued
August 01, 2009 17:59 - 7 minutes - 211 MB VideoIn this episode we explore the slap tone on the congas and include the "muff".
Slap Tone On Congas Part Two
June 08, 2009 05:30 - 8 minutes - 265 MB VideoPart two of the "slap" technique on the congas. In this lesson we will explore further the slap technique of hand drumming as it pertains to the congas. More specifically we will be explaining the open slap tone. Victor VillaFania will be with us in this episode and the next several ones to come. He is a tremendous percussionist and very humble. So humble in fact he requested himself that he'd rather not speak much. We will however have him speak more in the very near future since he has so m...
Conga Heel Toe Technique
May 05, 2009 03:36 - 4 minutes - 101 MB VideoIn this podcast we will introduce the "heel toe" and go over a couple exercises to develop it. Please feel free to post questions on the blog. You can also go to www.heartbeatforworship.com for additional resources and information. The new website is currently being upgraded and will be ready in June. We do encourage you to subscribe to our podcast so that you may recieve automatic updates on new episodes. Thank you for watching.
Conga Slap tone Part 1
April 12, 2009 00:58 - 4 minutes - 87.6 MB Video*This is a shorter version and will download faster. In this episode we will go over the slap tone on the congas. We will also go over a couple of exercises to develop the technique further. Thank you everyone for your patience in waiting for this podcast. We will do our best to upload future episodes more frequently. Please visit my blog and post any questions you may have. You can go to www.heartbeatforworship.com and follow the link for the blog. If you subscribe to my podcast on my blog o...
Conga Slap Part 1
April 11, 2009 16:47 - 7 minutes - 197 MB VideoIn this episode we will go over the slap tone on the congas. We will also go over a couple of exercises to develop the technique further. Thank you everyone for your patience in waiting for this podcast. We will do our best to upload future episodes more frequently. Please visit my blog and post any questions you may have. You can go to www.heartbeatforworship.com and follow the link for the blog. If you subscribe to my podcast on my blog or in itunes you will be automatically notified of fut...
Exercises For Congas
February 28, 2009 19:14 - 9 minutes - 63.6 MB VideoIn this episode we will be going over a couple exercises to develop good technique on the congas. Thanks to everyone who has waited patiently.
Percussion Instruction Episode 2; Closed Tones, Congas
February 04, 2009 17:45 - 2 minutes - 45.8 MB VideoIn this episode we continue with the closed tones. It is basic but presents instructionon how to produce a good "closed" note on the conga drum. In future episodes we will expound on this tone further as well as exercises to develop the note. Thank you for viewing and as always, God bless you!http://heartbeatforworship.com
Percussion Podcast Part Two
February 04, 2009 06:08 - 2 minutes - 33.3 MB VideoIn this episode we continue with the closed tones. It is basic but presents instructionon how to produce a good "closed" note on the conga drum. In future episodes we will expound on this tone further as well as exercises to develop the note. Thank you for viewing and as always, God bless you!
Introduction To The Congas
January 25, 2009 22:13 - 8 minutes - 38.6 MB VideoLearn about history, tuning and basic strokes of the congas. This is part one of the conga introduction with percussionist William Johnson. Find out more at www.heartbeatforworship.com