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Using very simple patterns in the hands, this solo for four-piece drumset puts most of the interesting rhythms in the feet, especially the hi-hat foot. One particular rhythmic theme (on the hi-hat in measures 5–8) is used in three different ways, including a retrograde version at the end. Avoid being intimidated by the dense-looking notation; most of the ideas are easier on the kit than they look on the page! 

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Matthew Richmond teaches percussion and composition at the University of North Carolina at Asheville. He performs frequently with the Asheville Symphony and his original jazz group, Like Mind Trio.