The advent of the internet and its rise in cultural relevance have profoundly impacted the world's functions. It has changed everything from culture to commerce and even music education. With…
The fine art of Drumming has been a part of humanity since the dawn of our species. As far back as any of us can recall, music has been a…
There’s a lot more to drumming than just whacking some sticks on some drums. Drumming is one of the few musical instruments where the entire body is often in motion,…
Drumming is an attractive musical role for many young people. Moreover, even if one is older and joining the world of drumming, the same reason will apply to equip oneself…
Sometimes a kit just needs more cymbals. Moreover, sometimes they can give even the most seasoned drummer a splitting headache. Although usually, it is the other members of the band…
Drumming, like any instrument, has its own set of physical idiosyncrasies to deal with when playing. One such example of this is how drummers cross their arms when they play…
Drumming can be fun as well as rewarding. Acting as the backbone of any musical composition, the drummer is always on the move. Moreover, while a drummer is beating away…
I first started drumming in Alameda, California, where I was stationed in the Coast Guard. I had been playing guitar for a while, but I wanted to learn drums, and…
Sometimes, it’s taken me longer than I wish to learn a song on the drums when playing in my current jazz ensemble. Saying that, I’ve learned to hone my process…
In this article, I'm going to address five different scenarios to start drumming at any age. In my many years as a percussion instructor, private teacher, and ensemble director, I…