Theory
* Advanced dynamics: crescendos, accents
* Song interpretation
* Drum charts introduction
Practical Skills
* Latin basics (bossa nova, samba)
* Funk grooves
* Advanced fills (syncopated & 2-bar fills)
* Developing consistency at 100–120 BPM
Band Participation
* Students play as house drummer for group practice sessions
Studio Experience
* Multi-track recording
* Play along to professional backing track
Certification Parameters
* Play 4 styles correctly (rock, funk, Latin, shuffle)
* Keep time steady in long sections
* Read basic drum chart
Exam Pattern
* Theory (25)
* Practical style test (50)
* Chart reading & performance (25)
