What is The Drum Smart Series?
The Drum Smart Series (DSS) provides a unique and effective way to get better, faster. Each DSS Excerpt is carefully designed to challenge players at A-Class, Open Class, and World Class levels and is paired with a detailed instructional video offering over 80 minutes of step-by-step guidance from world-class instructor Matt Regua of RCC Percussion.
Begin Your Drum Smart Journey in 4 Steps
Download, Challenge, Master, and Showcase Your Skills
Download the FREE Music
Get started today by downloading the DSS music for free!
Challenge Yourself
Push your boundaries and pick a skill level that challenges you to get better.
Master the Music with the DSS Video Series
Gain true mastery of the DSS music with the accompanying videos available for purchase.
Show Case Yourself & Post It
Highlight your mastery of the music and post it online and tag @percussioniq.
Why DSS Works
Music At Every Level
Join a community of drummers who’ve leveled up with DSS and achieved competition success.
World Class Instruction
DSS is led by experts who bring years of experience, offering students the same level of instruction as world-class groups.
Learn at Your Own Pace
Get a world-class education on your own time. Pause & resume the video lessons at any time.
The Full DSS Package
Every excerpt is paired with a detailed instructional video, offering over 80+ minutes of deconstruction from world-class instructor Matt Regua of RCC Percussion.
3 Instructional Videos
Take a look inside the Instructional video series
Extra Primer Exercises
A - Class Video (26 min)
Open Class Video (26 min)
World Class Video (27 min)
1 DSS Excerpt, 3 Levels
Each Excerpt is available in 3 different skill levels
Drum Smart Series Testimonials
Brandon Zackey | Drummer of White Chapel | RCC
The Percussion IQ Drum Smart Series is a valuable resource for drummers of all levels. The music is not only full of useful vocabulary but it is also applied in a real world musical application. All of this is broken down in a methodical way which is sure to improve the way you go about practice.
Darren Van Derpoel | Dark Sky Percussion | Ayala HS
There is soo much content available to students to watch and learn the music and warm-ups of some of the best ensembles in the world but nothing quite like this. This product provides a whole new opportunity for students to learn unique content appropriate to their skill level while progressing through the increasing demand levels as they improve. This is also discreetly a secret weapon for all the instructors to watch to learn different teaching methods and break down music for their students from A-class to World Class.
Still Have Questions?
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Who is this series for?The Drum Smart Series is designed for percussionists of all levels. Whether you're a beginner learning the basics, an intermediate drummer looking to refine your skills, or an advanced player preparing for competitions, DSS offers a structured path to improvement.
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What kind of drum is this series focused on?The Drum Smart Series primarily focuses on achieving rhythms at an A-class, Open Class, and World Class level. The concepts and techniques are applicable to a wide range of percussion instruments, including snare, tenors and bass drums.
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What skill level is The Drum Smart Series for?Each music lick is broken down into three levels—beginner (A-Class), intermediate (Open Class), and advanced (World Class). You can start where you feel most comfortable and progress as you improve your technique and confidence. The accompanying videos provide detailed instruction at each level.
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How long will I have access to the videos?Once you purchase the Drum Smart Series, you’ll have lifetime access to the instructional videos. You can revisit the content as often as you like, at your own pace.
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What if I don’t have much time to practice?DSS is designed to be flexible! Even if you only have 15-30 minutes a day, you’ll see progress by practicing consistently. The focused format helps you get the most out of your practice sessions.
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What makes the Drum Smart Series different from other drumming methods?DSS is a targeted, skill-level-based method that provides clear, step-by-step instruction from a world-class educator. The unique focus on just one music lick per session allows you to master specific skills more efficiently than traditional broad-based methods.
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Can I use this series to prepare for auditions?Absolutely! DSS is designed to help drummers improve exponentially!. The World-Class level especially focuses on pushing your abilities to meet high-performance standards.
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Do I need any special equipment to follow along?You’ll need your drumsticks and a practice pad. For optimal results, we recommend using a metronome and stand to mark time as you practice.