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Welcome to my blog. I post here daily about all things drums, teaching and my own personal life!
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The Art of Brush Drumming for Beginners.
Brush drumming is a unique and versatile style that brings a smooth, textured sound to a wide range of music.
Caring for Your Drum Kit: Maintenance Tips
Your drum kit is more than just an instrument—it’s an investment in your sound and musical journey. Keeping it in good shape is crucial not only for maintaining its tonal quality but also for ensuring its longevity.
The Beginner’s Guide to Odd, Even, and Compound Time Signatures.
For beginner drummers, understanding different time signatures is key to expanding your rhythm vocabulary and developing versatility.
How to Build Speed and Precision with Paradiddles.
Paradiddles are an invaluable rudiment for developing speed, precision, and dynamic control in drumming.
Beginner Drummer's Guide to Your First Soundcheck
As a drummer, the soundcheck can be one of the most crucial parts of your performance. It sets the foundation for how you’ll sound during your gig, and if you’re new to the process, it can seem overwhelming.
Broken Wrist Update No6.
Good news! I played my first gig since breaking my wrist 6 weeks ago.
Why Study Drums with Me?: A Professional Session Drummer’s Approach to Lessons.
If you’re serious about learning the drums and want to take your playing to the next level, studying with a seasoned professional can make all the difference.
Effective Warm-Up Routines for Drummers.
Warming up is crucial for every drummer, as it enhances performance, prevents injury, and builds endurance.
Beginner Drummer's Guide to Your First Recording Session.
Recording drums in a studio for the first time can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. It’s your chance to capture your playing and create something lasting, but it can also feel overwhelming, especially if you’ve never been in a studio setting before.
Beginners Guide To Developing Ghost Notes.
In this blog post, we’ll break down what ghost notes are, why they’re important, and how you can develop them to enhance your drumming skills.
The 6 Benefits of Being Able to Read Sheet Music as a Drummer.
While it might seem unnecessary at first glance, especially in a field where so much is learned by ear and feel, learning to read drum notation can open up new opportunities and deepen your musical abilities.
Broken Wrist Update No5.
I’m back! Well, kind of
How to Find the Right Drum Teacher for You.
Learning the drums is an exciting journey, but finding the right drum teacher can make all the difference in how successful and enjoyable that journey becomes.
Incorporating Electronics Into Your Drum Setup Part 3: Unlocking the Power of Ableton.
In this third installment, we’ll focus on how you can take your live electronic setup to the next level by incorporating Ableton Live to run playback, automate MIDI controls, trigger changes on your SPD-SX, and manage navigation.
Pros and Cons of Learning Drums from Online Websites.
Thanks to the rise of the internet and technology, aspiring drummers can access a world of resources at their fingertips.
The Beginner’s Guide to Jazz Drumming.
Whether you’re already proficient in other drumming genres or completely new to drumming, jazz offers an incredible opportunity to expand your skill set and unlock a world of creative possibilities.
How to Beat Nerves on Stage as a Beginner Drummer.
As a beginner drummer, the thought of performing live can feel overwhelming—you're not just worried about your own playing but also about holding down the rhythm for the entire band.
Incorporating Electronics into Your Drum Setup (Part 2/3): Using the SPD-SX.
In part one, we explored adding electronics to a drum setup, and now we’ll focus on using the Roland SPD-SX. This versatile pad is ideal for triggering sounds, loops, and effects, but it becomes even more powerful when paired with external triggers on an acoustic drum kit.
The Pros and Cons of Taking Drum Lessons: A Comprehensive Comparison to Being Self-Taught.
Drumming is a deeply personal journey, and deciding how to learn can be just as important as the decision to play.
Broken Wrist Update No4.
Things are getting better!