The single paradiddle-diddle is a powerful rudiment that is based heavily on the single paradiddle. As with the double paradiddle, this rudiment adds four notes to create a 12/8 or triplet feel. This makes it perfect for use within Jazz, Latin, and other world styles. Here is the sticking pattern written out in drum notation:

 

 

 

 

 

 

Now, even though the single paradiddle-diddle add four notes like the double paradiddle, the sticking pattern is still quite different. Instead of adding single strokes, the single paradiddle-diddle includes two extra double strokes. Read through the pattern carefully, and it will all make sense to you - especially if you've already learned the other paradiddle-based rudiments (single paradiddle, double paradiddle, triple paradiddle).

Single Paradiddle-Diddle - Drum Set Applications

Here is the single paradiddle-diddle played in the context of a drum beat:

 

Exercise three includes the single paradiddle-diddle within a drum fill:

 

 

 

 

Thanks to Jared Falk and his website http://www.freedrumlessons.com

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