Progressive rock legend Bill Bruford, renowned for his work with Yes, Genesis and King Crimson, offers a masterclass in groove with his demonstration of “What Shall We Do With The Drunken Sailor?” In the clip, Bruford shows how he teaches young drummers by starting away from the kit, encouraging them to sing and clap the melody before translating it into different rhythmic feels. “If you can’t sing it or clap it, you can’t play it on a drum kit,” he explains, underscoring the deep connection between speech rhythms and musical phrasing. It is a clear, hands-on reminder that great drumming begins with internalising the pulse.