Levon Helm on Drums and Drumming
"Levon shares his approach to drumming and singing"
Originally released in 2005. Levon Helm on Drums and Drumming is a music film. directed by Happy Traum.
Starring Levon Helm, Rick Danko, and Garth Hudson
Synopsis
Take a lesson from a veteran musician and born storyteller! Levon Helm shares musical history and the influences that helped shape his signature style. Beginners learn a variety of basics: shuffles, eighth-note grooves, the rim shot, drum intros and fills, and more. Advanced drummers will appreciate his "ghost notes,"; how his snare triggers the bass drum (and vice versa); his "eighth-note rubbin' the shuffle" feel and other techniques. Levon shares his approach to drumming and singing, shows how he transforms a song with his trademark half-time feel and demonstrates the power of double drumming in a rock 'n' roll band.
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- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Levon Helm on Drums and Drumming about?
Take a lesson from a veteran musician and born storyteller! Levon Helm shares musical history and the influences that helped shape his signature style. Beginners learn a variety of basics: shuffles...
Who directed Levon Helm on Drums and Drumming?
Levon Helm on Drums and Drumming was directed by Happy Traum.
How long is Levon Helm on Drums and Drumming?
Levon Helm on Drums and Drumming has a runtime of 1 hours and 45 minutes (105 minutes total).
When was Levon Helm on Drums and Drumming released?
Levon Helm on Drums and Drumming was released on July 19, 2005 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Levon Helm on Drums and Drumming?
The main cast of Levon Helm on Drums and Drumming includes Levon Helm, Rick Danko, Garth Hudson, Randy Ciarlante, Jim Weider.