Double Stroke Roll

What is a double stroke roll?

With a Double Stroke Roll, you play two notes with one hand, then two with the other hand. The basic structure is:

• Two rights followed by two lefts (RRLLRRLL)
• Each hand plays at the same volume level
• It can be played open or closed (slow or buzzing)

The key to getting this rudiment down lies in developing smooth, controlled doubles with each hand. Start slow and focus on:

• Even spacing between each pair of notes
• Clean hand switches after each double
• Consistent volume on both strokes
• Relaxed wrist motion for natural rebound