Percussion Lesson 1: The Basic Grip

Where should you initially grip a drumstick?

• At the very end of the stick.

• In the middle of the stick.

• About a third of the way up from the bottom.

• Near the tip of the stick.

On Vic Firth drumsticks, what visual cue indicates the ideal starting point for your grip?

• The "Vic Firth" logo.

• The American flag logo.

• The model number (SD1 General).

• The tip of the stick.

When forming the primary grip, which fingers are used to squeeze the drumstick?

• Thumb and middle finger.

• Index finger and pinky finger.

• Thumb and index finger.

• All fingers.

What is the purpose of the "dribbling a basketball" exercise with the drumstick?

• To practice stick tricks.

• To develop wrist strength.

• To ensure the stick moves freely using only the thumb and first finger.

• To warm up the entire hand.

What is the primary purpose of the Vic Firth HingeStix?

• For advanced drumming techniques.

• To help drummers learn how to hold the stick correctly.

• To produce unique sounds.

• To increase stick durability.