This one is for the drummers… Speed is almost an illusion on the drums. Its not so much the about the number of times your stick hits the drum as it is about the way your wrist is used to allow multiple hits for one downstroke. I can’t say thats a general rule, but aContinue reading “Developing Speed on the Drums”
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Japanese Drumming – The Art of Taiko
The recent disaster in Japan has me stricken with all sorts of emotions. The obvious feelings of sadness and anguish stood out the most, but another one was curiosity; not about the hurricane, but about Japanese culture in general. Maybe it takes something major like this to probe a desire to learn something, but asideContinue reading “Japanese Drumming – The Art of Taiko”
Farewell to Dave Brubeck drummer, Joe Morello
The passing of Joe Morello will certainly not go unnoticed in the drumming community. He died at his U.S. home in Irvington, New Jersey Saturday March 12 at age 82. Joe was an inspiration, an extraordinary talent, and one of my favorite teachers. Joe was most famously known as the drummer for The Dave Brubeck quartet. HeContinue reading “Farewell to Dave Brubeck drummer, Joe Morello”
How Do I Get Better At The Drums?
This is a question every drummer asks but must take a different approach to attain. Everyone learns at a different pace so before you figure out how you will get better, you need to locate your weaknesses and set goals. For example, my left hand has been a huge obstacle for me over the years.Continue reading “How Do I Get Better At The Drums?”
Groove is more important than notes…
Ive learned its not so important which notes you play as long as they feel good. This concept has taken my musical journey in a much less analytical direction. My brain is now able to do less work to make music sound the way I want it to. As a drummer, my focus is toContinue reading “Groove is more important than notes…”
Jon Ardito 