Putting Your Foot Down

Some drummers play with their heels down while others play with their heels up. There are some advantages to both and only you can decide what’s best for you. Personally, I almost always play the bass drum with my heel up and play both ways on the hi-hat, depending on the situation. I assume that you’ll do the same things with your feet because that’s what every drummer I know does. Playing this way is also the most efficient way to play today’s music (all styles n yes, even jazz).