Get Your Drums Right

The video tutorial introduces the Beat Making Lab, where students learn to create beats using music software. Initially, students use factory sounds to make a beat, which is critiqued for improvement. The instructor then demonstrates replacing these sounds with traditional Sabar drumming from Senegal, showcasing the importance of using unique sounds. The session concludes with a final beat demonstration, emphasizing creativity and personal sound selection.

What is the first step in the Beat Making Lab class?

• Listen to music from Senegal

• Create a new sound from scratch

• Record your own drum sounds

• Open up the software with preloaded factory sounds

What was the initial feedback on the beat created with factory sounds?

• It was amazing

• It was too loud

• It did not sound too good

• It was perfect

What traditional music style from Senegal was introduced?

• Sabar drumming

• Hip-hop

• Jazz

• Reggae

Which of the following was NOT a sound replaced with Sabar drumming?

• Snare

• Kick

• Drumroll

• Bass

What is the key lesson taught on the first day of the Beat Making Lab?

• To find and use unique sounds

• To avoid using any drums

• To use only factory sounds

• To create beats without rhythm