Richard is about as devoted as they get. Give this man a challenge and he may very well spend the next month of his life locked in his basement trying to master it. Richard and I have been highly focused on technique and the adjustments that can be made to improve speed, control, footwork, andContinue reading “Richard Brill: Drum Student Tabloids”
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Read it, hear it, feel it: How senses help our drumming memories
Reading music is a necessary part of learning an instrument. We must have the visual understanding of how note values work together to form rhythms. As drummers, we aren’t as focused on keys, chords, etc. but an overall understanding of music theory is arguably important for any musician. So we must be able to seeContinue reading “Read it, hear it, feel it: How senses help our drumming memories”
Gavin Hansen Yeager: Drum Student Tabloids
Before Gavin started playing the drums, he would beat on everything. So when his mom asked if he wanted lessons, it was a total no brainer… On top of being an excellent learner, drumming has proven to be a great way to channel his unstoppable energy! Gavin is a naturally creative young man. When he’s notContinue reading “Gavin Hansen Yeager: Drum Student Tabloids”
Lon Poland: Drum Student Tabloids
After a 40 year hiatus, Lon Poland is back behind a drum set. When I first met Lon, I was very impressed to hear how he spent his time in the 1970s; living with a band, opening for reputable acts such as Hall and Oates, and really striking a lot of parallels with the wayContinue reading “Lon Poland: Drum Student Tabloids”
Drumming Technique: How to hold your sticks
There is very little we can do on the drums until we learn to hold our sticks correctly. Various grips have been introduced over the years, all with their own preferences and benefits. Many drummers begin playing with the grip that is most comfortable to them. Sometimes this means a grip that isn’t constructive toContinue reading “Drumming Technique: How to hold your sticks”
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