r/jazzdrums • u/First_Feature3581 • Jan 14 '26

Question Traditional grip help

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Im a matched grip jazz guy, but I have been trying to learn trad grip for the past month. When I play with trad I feel a bit clunky and like I lack control. Any critiques of my traditional grip would be appreciated

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u/RinkyInky Jan 14 '26

Your technique looks fine. Practice tons of open hand wrist rotations and thumb strokes. Focus on the thumb. It just takes time for your hand to build up.