The official web site of session drummer and teacher Lewis Partridge.
A Flam where the "primary" stroke that is usually accented is stopped just above the head instead. This gives the visual illusion of playing Flams but only the grace notes can be heard. Though this is more of a visual effect, it will add more control to your overall Flam ability if you master it. It is usually played using the Flam Accent sticking pattern.
Also known as "Fake Flams".
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