Learn to juggle rhythms with Chuka Chuks

Name: Learn to juggle rhythms with Chuka Chuks
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There are hundreds of rhythms and grooves just waiting to be discovered, enjoy learning to catch the rhythms!

Created byJoel Salom

Last updated 7/2015

English

What you'll learn

You will learn to play solo, trade rhythms with friends and jam with musicians.

Course content

7 sections • 26 lectures • 1h 15m total length

Course Intro1:26
There is so much to share. This tutorial series is just the beginning and I hope you enjoy learning.

I will continue to update this course with more videos but this is what I have to start you off with.

If you are having challenges with specific grooves and you think I can help, please message me.

good luck!

Shakes and bobs3:21
Shake Bobs are a simple groove that give you a feeling of what's possible.

Remember, practicing to music helps you feel the grooves.

good luck!
Grab bobs4:21
If you're looking for music to practice with, there's some great tunes here. You can stream or buy individual tracks.

enjoy.
Shuffles3:17
Learn to juggle rhythms by practicing the shuffle to simplify rhythm patterns, using a clock underneath and a pretend ball pass to guide your motion.
Tap Backs3:17
Master back-to-back taps by keeping the ball in one hand, tapping it with the other, practicing the putback, bob, and push, and then letting it go with a step back.
Grab Shuffle Grabs4:10
Fledgling Progression!0:55
Begin the fledgeling progression with the first four steps, presented in a simple, guided sequence. Enjoy as you follow along and build confidence in juggling rhythms.

Flying the coup1:37
Discover how to juggle rhythms and fly the coop, break down the moves, and enter the groove while practicing progression with three and four counts.
Slam Outs4:22
tap back, tap back, tap back grabs1:34
Explore the second groove in flying the coop, a tap back pattern, and review the theory behind back to back taps.
Undercuts4:39
Learn to perform undercuts by coordinating the base rhythm 1-3-4, guiding the index and middle fingers, and keeping the arm parallel to the body for proper trajectory.
Grab Undercut Backs2:09
Learn to juggle rhythms with Chuka Chuks by mastering grab and cut back techniques and advancing through the progression.

Home Base3:47
Master home base juggling by holding the rhythm bowl between thumb and forefinger, then execute outside throws and switch the ball from home to hand to weave quick rhythms.
Chunky Dory0:57
Explore chunky rhythms with Chuka Chuks as the lecture introduces chunky, invites you to check it out, and leads to a hunky dory finish.
Undercut Cutbacks2:53
Master the undercut cutbacks by leading with the elbow and using the forearm to control throws, while simplifying setup and practicing solo and with others.

Treading Water2:29
Explore how treading water acts as the backbone for rest and balance while juggling rhythms. Keep your mind right to master the fundamental treading water approach that underpins this practice.
Dub Shuffles1:56
CaJoeling3:55
Learn to perform cajoling tricks by chaining double and triple cajoles, transitions into a knuckle triangle, and catching sequences to control rhythm.
back beats4:46
Roundabouts2:19
Get introduced to roundabouts in a water-like manner, then practice around about roundabouts and conclude with good luck.

Nifty2:39
Jumpies3:44
Stutters3:23
Learn stutter juggling techniques like the flip shuffle and touch shuffle, then master start-up throws and transitions such as continuous throws or a jump start.
Stutters3:23
Learn stutter juggling techniques, including the flip shuffle and touch shuffles, with two balls moving from a basket into a start up.
Boogaloo1:45
Juzzie Smith came up with this swinging groove, a great combo of moves. I hope my bumbling break down is clear enough!

Requirements

the will to play and a set of Chuka Chuks!

Description

In this course you will learn to juggle rhythms with Chuka Chuks. You can get your Chuka Chuks HERE!

The course starts with simple grooves and moves into very advanced grooves. There is a heap of lessons that will keep you learning for months and months.

I've been an internationally touring professional juggler for more than 20 years and playing rhythms with Chuka Chuks is more exciting than any form of juggling I've tried. Hours fly by when you're jamming with music, it's totally fun and totally addictive.

Good luck!

Who this course is for:

jugglers, percussionists and lovers of rhythm.

Learn to juggle rhythms with Chuka Chuks

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Course content

Course Intro1 lecture • 1min

Getting Started and working toward "Fledgling"6 lectures • 19min

Working toward the "Flying the Coup" progression5 lectures • 14min

More grooves with two Chuka Chuks3 lectures • 8min

Half time grooves with 3 Chuka Chuks5 lectures • 15min

Double time grooves with 3 Chuka Chuks5 lectures • 15min

Make your own!1 lecture • 2min

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