Finally... someone who recommends a combination of techniques. Instead of some who say that one is better than the other.

Thomas's face is something between Jean Claude Van Damme and Matt Damon)

This is a gem of a lesson. Foot technique and the correct way of sitting on the throne are things not everyone talks about with this much detail.

Before i was exposed to Thomas Lang's videos, i never knew your feet could play like your hands.  Love this guy.

You can see how much Thomas has built his stamina. At 4:54, the interviewer is (understandably) tired and breathing heavily. Meanwhile, Thomas is totally relaxed, despite having been talking through the whole exercise.

7:17 this is Lang’s most difficult training technique because it requires precision muscle control and power constantly otherwise your stool begins to swivel because of the inconsistency of one or both control and power. You can’t use your heel to anchor yourself down like normal in which case the slight difference doesn’t affect your playing much but by doing this training technique it makes you sharpen your control to a fine fine edge.

Wow, this mans thinking is amazing.

Out of the dozens of bass drum technique videos I've seen over the years, this one has been by far the most helpful.

Somehow, Lang is the first person I ever saw who played ghost notes with his bass pedals. He wasn’t playing alternating, he had a dominant foot and the other was doing the equivalent of ghost notes.

Thomas Lang is a Legend!! Ive looked up to him for years 1 of the greatest for sure! Among the GOATs, plus he is always eager to share and teach!! Thomas Lang for President!!!! Lol

best lesson without playing a drum ever... cool.

He explains things better in English than native speakers! Its insane I wish he taught all my subjects of study! Master teacher and player!!!!!!!

Anyone who doesn't see Thomas as being one of the greatest drummers of all time just doesn't understand drums. Observe, learn and enjoy people.

Thomas Lang needs new shoe endorsement

"This video is outstanding since I'm a big fan of Riverdance....."

Really interesting comments re. drum thrones.  I've been using a saddle throne for two decades, and what Thomas says is absolutely spot on:  there's no support under the thighs and it's very difficult to execute certain techniques on double pedal because the saddle naturally has your centre of mass nearer the front of the stool.


Also, don't be fooled by how easy he makes this look:  getting that kind of control with ankle strokes takes YEARS of dedicated practice.

One of the best videos on foot-technique out there. Awesome job, Dirk & Thomas!

Thomas, Fantastic Video.  Much appreciated by this 69 YO,  Retired, Recreational Player.  Your emphasis on posture & throne height / angle is Spot On.  Personally, with the spinal issues I have, the speed you demonstrate is a "dream" for me.  But I will practice these methodologies. You appear in great shape physically, and that definitely helps to be able to play this instrument.  I returned to playing drums after a 50 Year Hiatus in 2019.  My wife gave me a cheapo Kit for Xmas in 2018, so I could play again in retirement which actually occurred this year.  Boy, am I glad she did that.  I play along to My Music:  CCR, Petty, Clapton, Stones, Beatles, Mellencamp, Springsteen, Eagles, etc.,, Basic Rock and Roll. Moral to my story is Take Care of Yourself, watch your Posture and Position.  Over 45 years of daily Commuting (80% by driving 2-3 hours a day), Ruined my Posture and together with a physical disability of a 1 inch shorter right leg, has wreaked Havoc with my Spine / Well Being.  It is Important !!!  Be well all.

Thomas Lang is just a beast. showing the amount of time and thought involved to play at his level, just floored by the amount of time he has invested in his craft. great stuff!

Extremely valuable leg, ankle, sitting position techniques Thomas.
Many gracious thanks!