Foot timing

["samba -" <sambacomet@hotmail.com>]

  The problem of anticipation is, perhaps, the most common problem  for 
rhythm students. One can focus on counting the spaces as well as the down 
beats,1e + a 2e + a etc,and practice entering on each of the subdivisions. 
Slower tempos are harder. In several ways it's harder to play slow than 
fast. Empty space can be the most difficult  element in music(and in 
shooting pool,maybe in life in general.)
  Another thing that can help is examining the actual foot technique- is 
it 
stable, Is the heel on or off the ground ,is the motion throwing the rest 
of 
the body off balance,such to throw timing? Also how long does it take the 
pedal action to work It's necessary for the action to complete on the beat 
,which may mean it has to start slightly before. This is why some people 
play shakers or tamborines off time ,they aren't thinking about the travel 
time for the moving parts,another empty space issue.

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