Metric Modulation & Half-Time Shuffle

This advanced blues drumming and shuffle drumming course is for experienced players looking to learn to master metric modulation, half-time shuffle and more advanced fills. This drummers course is sure to leave you flourishing and competent in any band. This masterclass is taught by leading blues drummer and BIMM lecturer, Ollie Dixon.

What is in this Metric Modulation & Half-Time Shuffle Course?

You will study a more advanced range of blues artists and songs with shuffle rhythms and metric modulations, You will also listen to some legendary shuffle drummers and play play along with leading artists/singers and bands.You will master very advanced techniques.

On this learning journey you will take your shuffle to a pro level by considering:

Advanced Groove Concepts 1
Advanced Groove Concepts 2
Metric Modulation 1
Metric Modulation 2
Half-time Shuffle
Using RLL as a Groove
Metric Modulation with Fills
Advanced Embellishment of Simpler Fills (inc Double Stroke Rolls)
Soloing Within the Shuffle Feel

What are our Drumming Masterclasses Like?

Unique Learning Journey: Tailored methodology emphasising improvisation and ear skills first, with notation to support.
Certification: Clear objectives, tasks, and light-hearted quizzes leading to downloadable certificates.
Gamification: League tables for frequent log ins and certificate points.
Interactive Software: Connect visuals and sound with creativity.
Human Touch: Engage with our team, request specific courses, and receive personalised support.
Flexible Learning: Low monthly fees, cancel anytime, learn in the comfort of your home (no travelling!) and at your own pace.
Personalised Experience: Tailored support and bespoke courses available.
All Levels: Diverse range of courses, masterclasses & 1-1 lessons are tailored for all skill levels. Perfect for adult and teenage pianists, university and conservatoire students, music therapists and home schoolers.
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Time to Make Your Blues Drumming Shuffle a Pro Experience!

Your Maestro Teacher

Currently based in London, Ollie is an in demand player and educator that has toured and recorded all around the world at the best studios and on the best stages. Growing up in a highly musical family, Ollie was exposed to anything from Musical Theatre, Brass Band and Metal culminating in an eclectic music taste that comes through in his playing. After relocating to London in 2013 and graduating from BIMM London in 2016, Ollie has gone on to build a unique and exciting career as a live player.In 2016 he joined singer-songwriter Lawrence Taylor on two North American tours and a European tour visiting the United States, Canada, Holland and Germany as well as the BBC Introducing stage at Reading + Leeds. He also recorded the single ‘Tag Team’ with Lawrence at the renowned Rockfield Studio in South Wales which is nearly at 1,000,000 streams. Also in 2016, he joined the famous collective The Beekays, house band at the Blues Kitchen venues in London.Ollie has been notably active in the UK Blues scene for a number of years, joining artists such as guitar virtuoso Ben Poole, legendary singer-songwriters Stevie Nimmo, Sean Webster, Jack J Hutchinson and Matt Pearce as well as Spanish Blues Rock artist Susan
Santos touring extensively in the UK and Europe.Recently Ollie returned to BIMM London as a lecturer to share his experience and expertise teaching live workshops for the performance degree, specialising in the Rock/Metal genres, as well as private teaching.

What are Our Music Masterclasses Like?

Our music masterclass courses are self-study digital courses embedded with information, interactive music software (scores), exercises, objectives, tasks, teaching pedagogy and videos of celebrities and international level musicians explaining and demonstrating key skills. Certificates are awarded at the end of each course.

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A Quick Look at a Typical Masterclass Course

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Thorough Musicianship
Creativity, improvisation, and ear training are seamlessly integrated with popular, gospel, classical and jazz melodies to help you achieve true musical freedom.

Unique Learning Journey
Our tailored methodology emphasises improvisation and aural skills first, with notation used to support—not restrict—your creativity.

Certification
Courses include clear objectives, tasks, and fun quizzes that lead to downloadable certificates—perfect for motivation and recognition.

Gamification
Track your progress and climb the league tables by earning certificate points and logging in regularly.

️ Interactive Software
Our custom music software links visual notation with sound to enhance your creativity and understanding.

Celebrity Masterclasses
Learn from internationally acclaimed musicians and award-winning performers through high-quality video lessons and real-world demonstrations.

Expert Pedagogy
Each self-study course is structured with professional teaching principles, goal-setting, progress tracking, and step-by-step tasks.

Flexible Learning
Study from home, at your own pace. Affordable monthly fees and no need to travel—music learning that fits your lifestyle.

Human Touch
Get personalised support from our expert team and request custom courses tailored to your goals.

Personalised Experience
Receive bespoke course recommendations and guided learning plans based on your interests and skill level.

For All Levels
A wide range of self-study courses, celebrity masterclasses, and optional 1-1 lessons designed for adult and teenage musicians, university/conservatoire students, home schoolers, and music therapists.