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Just For Fun in Car Posted by: bobgatzen
Video duration: 894 seconds This is a new form of "Just For Fun" where the drum solos transform into a song format. The 3 "takes" is still the basic idea. But now, the listener needs to focus on the drum parts inside the tune and vote 1 out of 3 as the best take. |
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"SnareWare" A Revolutionary Snare-Wire Design Posted by: bobgatzen
Video duration: 554 seconds Bob explains the entire process from idea to product. This video will prove helpful to those of us that are interested in innovation and design. This video was shot on 2 "Zoom" Q-3 Recorders. |
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"JUST for FUN" FREE IMPROVISATION PT. 2 (of 2-parts) Posted by: bobgatzen
Video duration: 335 seconds This is part 2 of the "Just for Fun" series. If you haven't listened to PT. 1, please check out "JUST for FUN" FREE IMPROVISATION PT.1 and cast your vote. |
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"JUST for FUN" FREE IMPROVISATION PT.1 (of 2-parts) Posted by: bobgatzen
Video duration: 352 seconds It's been a year since I've uploaded new videos so you have start somewhere. Here are two 5-minute improvised drum solos. These are shot with a ZOOM Q3 handheld video recorder. Let's keep the "Just for Fun" game going by voting on which solo you like the best. |
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"ComaTonal Drum Solo" The Tonal Drummer Posted by: bobgatzen
Video duration: 476 seconds This is 5 minutes out of a 12-minute drum solo based on musical motifs...short themes utilizing pitches, rhythms and sounds. Bob encourages drummers to balance tonality and rhythm in an effort to expand the drummer's musical palette by embracing diversity. |
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"Broken Opportunity" Pt. 2 Eliminate Snare Buzz? Posted by: bobgatzen
Video duration: 494 seconds This is Part 2 of a 2 part series on snare wires and sympathetic snare buzz. Bob proves that snare wires are crucial in creating a "signature" snare drum sound. It includes a workshop and drum set demos. This is a real eye-opener! |
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"Broken Opportunity" Pt. 1 Eliminate Snare Buzz? Posted by: bobgatzen
Video duration: 553 seconds This is Part 1 of a 2 part series on snare wires and sympathetic snare buzz. Bob proves that snare wires are crucial in creating a "signature" snare drum sound. It includes a workshop and drum set demos. This is a real eye-opener! |
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Bob's Recording Kit Set-up #1 Posted by: bobgatzen
Video duration: 423 seconds This video shows 1 of Bob's many my set-up's for recording his next CD project. The audio track is the last 5+ minutes of a Comasolo session. |
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"Prior Art" The Baschet Sound Sculptures Posted by: bobgatzen
Video duration: 226 seconds Bob has released his first solo CD project where he plays drums, Vibes, Marimba and.... Sound Sculptures. He is accompanied by guitarist Tom Majesky. "Piror Art is refreshingly original. Included are special "bonus" tracks exclusively for drummers. |
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"Inspiring Drummers" BG's Tribute to Dennis,Tony and Billy Posted by: bobgatzen
Video duration: 457 seconds After hearing about Dennis Chamber & Tony Royster reuniting, filming drum solos inspired by the original 1992 video, "Common Ground". Bob decides to pay tribute to 2 of the most inspiring drummers in the industry. |
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Marco & Bob Share Concepts & Practice Pad Duets Posted by: bobgatzen
Video duration: 501 seconds The journey @ DW drums takes Bob and Marco on a trip of shared drum stories, concepts and practice pad duets |
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Marco Minnemann & Bob Gatzen Visit DW Posted by: bobgatzen
Video duration: 458 seconds Bob & Marco take a look inside on how the BOA pedal system is made at the DW plant. Marco demonstrates his phenomenal drumming. Bob & Marco discuss innovation and design |
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Quik-Tips Pt.4 "More Horsepower for your Kit" Posted by: bobgatzen
Video duration: 366 seconds This is Vol.4 of the Quik-Tip series with 4 new ways to increase "Horsepower" for your kit. Bob plays a nice opening solo for your entertainment |
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JUST FOR FUN Pt. 2 Pick 1,2 or 3 Posted by: bobgatzen
Video duration: 290 seconds This is the second volume of JFFUN. It includes 3 improvised drum solos for you to vote on and have some fun |
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Drum Tuning Series Pt. 4 Bass Drum Posted by: bobgatzen
Video duration: 572 seconds This is Pt 4 of a 4 part drum tuning series Bob filmed for Evans Drumheads. It covers Bass drum, Snare and Toms. Bob demonstrates his signature techniques in an effort to help drummers develop their own sound. |
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Drum Tuning Series Pt. 3 TOMS Posted by: bobgatzen
Video duration: 370 seconds This is Pt 3. of a 4 part drum tuning series Bob filmed for Evans Drumheads. It covers Bass drum, Snare and Toms. Bob demonstrates his signature techniques in an effort to help drummers develop their own sound. |
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Drum Tuning Series Pt. 2 SNARE Posted by: bobgatzen
Video duration: 470 seconds This is part 2 of a 4 part drum tuning series Bob filmed for Evans Drumheads. It covers Bass drum, Snare and Toms. Bob demonstrates his signature techniques in an effort to help drummers develop their own sound. |
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Drum Tuning Series Pt. 1 INTRO Posted by: bobgatzen
Video duration: 71 seconds This is Pt 1. of a 4 part drum tuning series Bob filmed for Evans Drumheads. It covers Bass drum, Snare and Toms. Bob demonstrates his signature techniques in an effort to help drummers develop their own sound. |
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"My Fellow Drummers"... a Very Quik-Tip Posted by: bobgatzen
Video duration: 154 seconds This is a personal message of appreciation along with a Quik-Tip on how to make your Bass Drum sound & feel great. A bit unconventional... what else is new? |
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"Just for Fun, Pick One...2 or 3" Posted by: bobgatzen
Video duration: 388 seconds How does performance resonate with the viewer-listener and, what does "best" really mean? This is a fun listening test to explore the mysterious nature of self-criticism. I'll bet you won't pick the solo I like the best! |
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Drummers Only Quik-Tip "The Forgotten Drumhead" Posted by: bobgatzen
Video duration: 503 seconds This video centers on the least talked about topic.. "Resonant" drumheads. Bob explains & demonstrates the importance of Reso heads and how they can take your drum sound & feel to the next level. |
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Long-Distance Drumming "DIVERSITY"&The 20-Minute Workout Posted by: bobgatzen
Video duration: 438 seconds This is the 2nd video of the "Co-Creation"Series. Bob invites his long-time friend and musical colleague to join the FUN in creating music from each other's studios. At the end, Bob explains how "diversity" is the way to succeed and how to manage Time & Energy, keeping the passion burning. |






















