App Detail » Rudimentia

Published by: Scott Eric Gardner

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad

Price: $7.99
Current Version: 1.1
Released: April 18, 2024

What's New

- Added share practice sessions.
- Improved rudiment search.
- Updated About screen.

App Description

Rudimentia is your interactive companion to master an ever-growing collection of percussion rudiments.

Rudimentia includes all 40 PAS internationally recognized rudiments, and an ever-growing list of hybrid rudiments including: Book Report Var. 1, Chatachichi, Cheese Paradiddle, Cheese Pataflafla, Cheese Triplet Pataflafla, Cheeselet, Choo-Choo, Churruckituh, Chutra Drag, Dachuda, Eggbeaters, Grandmas, Herta, Inverted Cheese Flam Tap, Malf, Malf Tap, One-hand Flam Drag, Shirley Murphy, Swiss Cheese, and Triplet Pataflafla.

Rudimentia is based on the book Encyclopedia Rudimentia by Ryan Alexander Bloom, which contains over 850 rudimental patterns.

Authentic Sound & Precise Performance

Play along with precise performances of each rudiment, brought to life with realistic snare drum sounds to provide an immersive learning experience like no other. Each rudiment is meticulously produced to capture the essence and correct performance of the rudiment at a wide range of tempos. Its authenticity encourages regular practice.

Dynamic Metronome

Fast-track development of stick control and tempo versatility with Rudimentia’s unique feature: a metronome that automatically varies tempos. Set your initial and target tempos, and number of measures to play each tempo. When you’ve reached the highest tempo you can comfortably and correctly perform a rudiment at, tap Return and Rudimentia will reverse and steadily decrease back to your initial tempo. This open close open approach is the key to mastering your performance of each rudiment. Say goodbye to stagnant practice routines and hello to dynamic growth.

“Open close open makes sense because it allows you to identify your weaknesses. Always choosing a consistent tempo means you can skip over inconvenient tempos easily. Having to at least move through the hard ones for a few moments shows you where you need work. The fastest speed is not always the hardest, especially for rudiments with double or triple strokes in there… unless your techniques have a large overlap in speeds, there are likely to be spots where you are significantly worse than others. You can’t really hide those spots if you move through every tempo in your range.”
— Ryan Alexander Bloom, drum instructor and author of Encyclopedia Rudimentia

Progress Tracking

Stay motivated and accountable with Rudimentia’s integrated practice session log. Monitor your progress, set realistic and achievable goals for each practice session, and celebrate milestones in your journey.

To create, view, edit, and share your practice sessions:
1. Enable saving practice sessions in Settings.
2. A new practice session starts when you start playing a rudiment from the initial tempo.
3. A practice session finishes when you’ve played that rudiment up to the target tempo (or tapped the Reverse button) and back down to the initial tempo.
4. Tap Show Practice Sessions in Settings to view your saved practice sessions.
5. In the Practice Sessions list, tap a practice session to view or edit the details.
6. Swipe left on a practice session to delete it.
7. Tap Share at the bottom of a completed practice session to share it via email, Messages, social media, and more.

Drummer-Friendly Interface

Designed with ease-of-use in mind, Rudimentia offers an intuitive interface that welcomes drummers of all levels. Dive into your practice sessions effortlessly and stay focused on what truly matters—building your chops and becoming a better drummer.

Your Settings and Sessions on All Your Devices

Rudimentia syncs your settings and practice sessions across all your devices that are logged in to the same iCloud account.

Whether you're just starting your drumming journey or a seasoned pro seeking to refine your skills, Rudimentia is your ultimate interactive companion, empowering you to unleash your full potential as a drummer. Elevate your drumming prowess and set the rhythm for your success with Rudimentia.