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Learn to play When The Levee Breaks on drums | by Led Zeppelin

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When The Levee Breaks

Difficulty

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Drummer name

John Bonham

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John "Bonzo" Bonham was the powerhouse behind Led Zeppelin and is widely cited as the most influential rock drummer in history. His work is a core component of any advanced drum lessons curriculum because of his revolutionary sound and technique. Every serious musician learning drums eventually studies his legendary tracks to understand true rock power.

Drummer style

Bonham’s style is famous for its massive "behind the beat" groove, incredible right-foot speed, and heavy use of triplets. Playing drums to his music requires a mastery of dynamics and a deep understanding of internal "swing" within a rock context. His tracks are among the most challenging and rewarding options for anyone producing professional drum covers.

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Is When The Levee Breaks suitable for beginners?
When The Levee Breaks is better suited for intermediate to advanced drummers. However, it can be a great long-term goal as your skills improve.
Can I learn When The Levee Breaks if I’m not very confident reading drum notation?
It’s possible to learn When The Levee Breaks by ear, especially if you break it into sections. Over time, you’ll also improve your ability to read drum notation.
Do I need a full drum kit to play When The Levee Breaks?
While the original version uses a full kit, you can simplify parts and still learn the structure and feel of When The Levee Breaks.
How will learning When The Levee Breaks improve my drumming skills?
By learning When The Levee Breaks, you’ll work on coordination between your hands and feet, as well as transitions between grooves and fills.
What skills do I need before learning When The Levee Breaks?
Before learning When The Levee Breaks, it helps to be comfortable with basic grooves, simple fills, and maintaining steady timing.

Technical details

Song name

When The Levee Breaks

Difficulty

Easy to intermediate

BPM

70-79

Time Signature

4/4

Decade

1970's

Genre

Rock

Drummer name

John Bonham

Version

Simplified

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