Exploring Rhythmic Challenges - Virgil Donati (Masterclass Teaser)

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  • Опубліковано 17 лют 2021
  • Check out Virgil Donati's brand NEW exclusive Drum Channel course 🤩
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    "Exploring Rhythmic Challenges" Masterclass now available on Drum Channel!
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    This Masterclass will make you wish you had started practicing these concepts earlier- but it’s never too late! Virgil Donati (Planet X, Steve Vai, Scott Henderson) educates you and demonstrates a blend of chops, speed, and independence rhythmic challenges- check it out!
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    Virgil Donati's herculean work-ethic and never-ending curiosity made him one of today's most well rounded drummers and clinicians. Aside from touring with Tommy Emmanuel, Steve Vai, and Allan Holdsworth, Virgil also maintains a busy schedule as a band leader and member for Planet X, The Virgil Donati Band, The Virgil Donati Trio, and many more.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 79

  • @jrpaiva5875
    @jrpaiva5875 3 роки тому +33

    Virgil is one of the most important drummers in the world. Such a a great influence for me.

  • @TM_Stone
    @TM_Stone 3 роки тому +52

    While playing this, Virgil was solving complex Quadratic equations in his head.

  • @yrussq
    @yrussq 3 роки тому +3

    Virgil is the most musical and most advanced of those who explore crazy stuff.

  • @FusionHowie
    @FusionHowie 3 роки тому +26

    Virgil is the Alan Holdsworth of drums ! Im sorry I can not explain what I hear and see any other way !!

  • @MartinBellamyMBDrums
    @MartinBellamyMBDrums 3 роки тому +9

    He explores beats and rhythms like no other. His foot control and dynamics are absolutely crazy.

  • @frankdemarzo6424
    @frankdemarzo6424 3 роки тому +7

    Virgil just gets better all the time!
    What a talent!

  • @dontreadonme5331
    @dontreadonme5331 3 роки тому +8

    My very first exposure to this guy. Guess I know what I'm doing all day now... digging out from under a rock

  • @renatomazzella3293
    @renatomazzella3293 3 роки тому +3

    Virgil is the best like a machine .. one of a kind human machine

  • @AlexiefDelbes
    @AlexiefDelbes 3 роки тому +9

    The best foot techniques out there , sounds so good , metal players should be inspired by this instead of triggering there bass drums

  • @bodhi9464
    @bodhi9464 3 роки тому +1

    my drum 🥁 🇦🇺 teacher put me on to Virgil many years ago ... we used to see his band “loose change”
    feel blessed to have seen him and Remo Belli in about 1988 at a drum clinic too.

  • @mauricerodriguez5685
    @mauricerodriguez5685 3 роки тому +7

    He's out of this world amazing on every level... The man is on a totally different planet, galaxy, star system!

  • @maukow1
    @maukow1 3 роки тому +14

    I'm 41 yrs old and i've been listening to lots of drummers like im sure most of you have. I always believed that it's stupid to say "HE is THE best drummer in the world!" When asked who could that be, but.. Virgil might just be the best drummer in the world. Hahah ..

    • @benoitlambert100
      @benoitlambert100 Рік тому

      Maybe you already know Yoni Madar...If you don't check him out. Not to worry I am a big fan of Virgil Donati.

  • @mattschaeferdesign
    @mattschaeferdesign 3 роки тому +5

    There are legendary artist and technicians out there. But Virgil is a straight up alien. It’s the only explanation for why he’s this insane. I’m sure the real reason is bc he trains non stop. When were all sleeping he’s still practicing.

  • @nemesisinvidia5792
    @nemesisinvidia5792 3 роки тому +1

    Next level with Virgil.

  • @jameshall1648
    @jameshall1648 3 роки тому +1

    I met Virgil and he told me he never takes a day off from playing. I believe him! A true master of the instrument.

  • @mmv4920
    @mmv4920 3 роки тому +3

    Top 10 en rock, fusión, progresivo. Un capo, un crack, un maestro!!

  • @2002bonzo
    @2002bonzo 3 роки тому +2

    I went to a clinic of his in 98 and was floored by his playing. Wow...

  • @Convisis
    @Convisis 3 роки тому +1

    Progressive drumming GOAT.

  • @nelsneesman8712
    @nelsneesman8712 2 роки тому

    VD defines own Level. Always pushing borders

  • @albertom.2396
    @albertom.2396 3 роки тому +5

    Amazing!

  • @ronmyers2317
    @ronmyers2317 3 роки тому +1

    Virgil is a beast!!!!

  • @drummonst
    @drummonst 2 роки тому

    My goodness. He keeps drumming always fresh nowadays. This kinda video is what the drummers need to watch !

  • @ryancox5097
    @ryancox5097 3 роки тому +12

    Three people tried to count along.

  • @trolling2701
    @trolling2701 3 роки тому

    God bless America

  • @user-te5wv5ep9v
    @user-te5wv5ep9v 3 роки тому

    який же він крутий! Унікальний стиль, створений завдяки рідкісному природному таланту і нескінченній наполегливій праці!

  • @stevenausten9935
    @stevenausten9935 3 роки тому +1

    And that is how you play drums !👍

  • @bencausey
    @bencausey 3 роки тому +1

    No one else is playing with this equally distributed combination of chops, dynamic control, and creativity (and humility). There are other chops approaching this, but they aren’t as seamlessly and smoothly refined.

    • @bobbyosborne2375
      @bobbyosborne2375 3 роки тому

      No musicality though. Just gibberish. I heard a drummer and bass player just noodling.

    • @frelopermanboy7426
      @frelopermanboy7426 2 роки тому

      @@bobbyosborne2375 I mean, in music like this, there’s really no call for musicality; anyone listening to this music is a musician most likely, their target audience is musicians.

    • @bobbyosborne2375
      @bobbyosborne2375 2 роки тому

      @@frelopermanboy7426 it seems like most musicians, me included, love and want to hear melody. Not just random time signatures. I'm not taking anything away from Virgil, or his talent. Dudes got plenty. This just reminds me of Holdsworth. All the talent in the world, but just went off on musical tangents that no one but the most knowledgeable, and expert musicians could follow his music. Better go major in theory, and study jazz to even get close to following this stuff.

    • @frelopermanboy7426
      @frelopermanboy7426 2 роки тому +1

      @@bobbyosborne2375 yeah I get what you mean. Great comparison to Allan. I think Virgil’s playing is entirely set upon pushing the boundaries with music theory. He’s just doing what a lot of drummers are not doing. Honestly, I can’t really listen to the music he plays/his solo project just for the sake of listening and enjoying the music. But I do absolutely love watching him.

  • @DrumSolVanIsle
    @DrumSolVanIsle 2 роки тому

    Don L. with the best 'pressed shirts' in the biz. Who irons those shirts? They're always impeccable ;)

  • @jcdrums2798
    @jcdrums2798 3 роки тому +1

    VIRGIL THE MASTER

  • @thomasbenoit5826
    @thomasbenoit5826 3 роки тому +2

    Until now, I thought Thomas Lang was clearly the best drummer in the World.
    But Virgil Donati is incredible too 😳

  • @colindowell6427
    @colindowell6427 3 роки тому +2

    Next level...

  • @writetovagelis1975
    @writetovagelis1975 3 роки тому

    It's official. Virgil is an Alien. But sooo good

  • @KONAMAN100
    @KONAMAN100 3 роки тому +4

    Good freaking grief. Even Thomas Lang must be having a heart attack.

  • @Rafaelfernandes8889
    @Rafaelfernandes8889 3 роки тому

    plays a very good show

  • @rhythmicbeast
    @rhythmicbeast 2 місяці тому

    GOAT 🤘🤘🤘🤘🥁🥁🥁🥁♥️♥️♥️♥️

  • @frankburdodrums8984
    @frankburdodrums8984 3 роки тому +2

    This is Level 1 drumming.
    Level 3 = Good
    Level 2 = You can play anything.
    Level 1 = Robot

  • @j.carlosescobarr.6422
    @j.carlosescobarr.6422 3 роки тому

    🙏🏻♥️ Súper Sir. Virgil Donati!!

  • @vkotis
    @vkotis 3 роки тому

    I’ve been playing for about 25 years but Virgil makes me feel like I’m a beginner.

  • @hefewiseman
    @hefewiseman Рік тому

    cool!

  • @Vor_Tex_Sun
    @Vor_Tex_Sun 3 роки тому +1

    Bleed Virgil style

  • @soiramdrumhead7821
    @soiramdrumhead7821 3 роки тому +2

    My brain melt...😵

  • @Keith.s_Sun
    @Keith.s_Sun 3 роки тому

    😮wow

  • @svenflaco4866
    @svenflaco4866 3 роки тому

    this dude can play the drums

  • @CRM537
    @CRM537 3 роки тому

    When you take the best drummer in the world ... and compare him/her with Virgil.. you realize how much they still have to learn.. wow

  • @steveec9704
    @steveec9704 3 роки тому +3

    Virgil can tap dance like Danny f---in Kaye

  • @GeraldoHBulhoes1
    @GeraldoHBulhoes1 2 роки тому

    😱😱😱😍😍😍

  • @user-qu3hw1wp7w
    @user-qu3hw1wp7w 3 роки тому

    BE LUCKY !!!
    💥👍💥👍💥👍💥👍💥👍💥

  • @rossmclellan8875
    @rossmclellan8875 3 роки тому +1

    Yeah right....lol...
    I can barely do that pattern with my hands man.....
    Cool playing...

  • @ThePoorBoy
    @ThePoorBoy 2 роки тому

    I know this is a Collector's kit, but which shells is he using? I'm looking at doing a Collector's build soon and his toms just sound incredible.

  • @crazyclownstudioaudio3122
    @crazyclownstudioaudio3122 3 роки тому

    👍👍👍

  • @ThePoorBoy
    @ThePoorBoy 2 роки тому

    Only ONE Virgil Donati. No one sounds like him, no one THINKS like him!

  • @jesperhallberg6687
    @jesperhallberg6687 3 роки тому

    Where is one 😅?

  • @AdvancedLiving
    @AdvancedLiving 3 роки тому +1

    Ok fine, you’re hired.

  • @ddavidcolox3999
    @ddavidcolox3999 3 роки тому +3

    If Nikola Tesla was a drummer he’d be Virgil

    • @mellilore
      @mellilore 3 роки тому +2

      I'd say Leonardo

  • @edjones8706
    @edjones8706 3 роки тому

    Fug me runnin!

  • @hancyber
    @hancyber 3 роки тому

    DT should choose him.

  • @hugolafhugolaf
    @hugolafhugolaf 3 роки тому

    Thomas Lang and him...

  • @josephgiarraffa6379
    @josephgiarraffa6379 3 роки тому

    Some guys are just sick in the head 😂 Like the greatest Buddy Rich said “You couldn’t get inside my head “

  • @mergatroid1212
    @mergatroid1212 3 роки тому

    That is drum pattern 1 in my lesson book, now to move on to something a little harder, pattern 2, it is in 37/64 @ 165bpm but there is a 23 count that switches to a 17 every other 5 bars and I swap the accent from my left foot to my right hand then to my left foot to my left hand and then repeat but in reverse..........I probably shouldn't joke, he might actually work it out just for a laugh....I love Virgil.
    For he IS the Drumming (spoken by a little girl dressed in a black robe with glowing blue eyes).

  • @mattd4616
    @mattd4616 3 роки тому +1

    I'm an Australian and I absolutely love what Virgil does however, how often this stuff comes up in conversation is negligible and doesn't relate to 99.9% of drummers in the world. I would rather listen to someone who can lay down some fat beats and show me how I can adapt those beats to my style of playing.

    • @Joshualbm
      @Joshualbm 3 роки тому +2

      Yeah, he's one of those "beyond" characters. The deal with this stuff is he's ever expanding and pushing his abilities. And to many, it's overwhelming and out of reach. But that's what he loves to do. But he can also play in any style with great feel and musicality. As a young player, he auditioned for and was accepted to play with Bill Evans' trio. So at that level, one had to have such a vast musical ability and artistry as to be a world class jazz player. Yet for whatever reason, it didn't come to pass. And the rest is history according to the music Virgil wanted to make for himself. It's the same for a lot of people who encounter John McLaughlin, Allan Holdsworth or Shawn Lane. The relentless intensity, innovation and virtuosity can be not only daunting but exhausting too. Even though it's amazing they can play at this level, It's a lot to take in.

  • @ChrisHunterSavesTheDay
    @ChrisHunterSavesTheDay 3 роки тому +2

    Thomas who...? LOL!

    • @davino108
      @davino108 3 роки тому

      Thomas Lane could play that also I'm sure it would take him some practice and sometime but he can get it down everything comes with practice

  • @binkwood
    @binkwood 3 роки тому

    F'ing Freak!

  • @fredericosilva4336
    @fredericosilva4336 3 роки тому

    Concepts as challenges and complex do not apply to Virgil ...

  • @davidcoulter1058
    @davidcoulter1058 3 роки тому

    The man is a joke.

  • @hugolafhugolaf
    @hugolafhugolaf 3 роки тому

    Yeah... no.