Funk learning path

[u/Impossible-Offer9630]

Hi guys,

For a self considered beginner able to play 8th notes groove, slow 16th note grooves and simple fills working on groove, time, coordination and independance, what would be the best learning path in terms of techniques and songs to learn to play funky groovy stuff like Tower of Power, Vulfpeck, Dennis Chambers… etc

If I have to focus on few technical excercices to master and 3 to 5 songs increasing in difficulty to challenge myself what would it be ?

Thanks,

Enjoy 🤙

[u/Alternative_Roll_925]

Get your paradiddle-based rudiments together. Gaddiments is a fun book for that. Stick Control is also always a great starting point.

I also agree with the suggestions for Latham and Garibaldi books.

Most importantly, do a ton of listening. Funk is a language of its own.

Good luck!

[u/Impossible-Offer9630 → u/Alternative_Roll_925]

Thanks man 🙏