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Elvin Jones on building a solo

Before the advanced work, watch Elvin Jones explain and demonstrate how he builds a solo: by following the melody of the tune.

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More masters: Papa Jo Jones and Joe Morello in The Drum Solo →
White marine pearl floor tom with orchestral timpani behind it in a rehearsal room

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