Everyone drops sticks, even pros. What separates you from a pro is the ability to keep calm and hold the beat. That said, dropping your drumsticks while drumming is easily one of the highest anxiety-inducing situations for drummers, especially if you’re on a gig. Here, we explore some techniques to help you reduce the chances … Read more
I once broke a wooden broom while ‘fencing’ with my brother when I was young. Now imagine hitting a thinner, smaller wooden stick against a hard surface and a sharp surface repeatedly. Don’t panic: Drumsticks will break Fact: It is normal for drumsticks to break! While it is very unlikely for your drumstick to break … Read more
“Is there a way I can start drumming without a drum kit?” – That’s one of the most frequently asked questions I’ve been getting since I’ve started writing on this blog. Not surprising since many aspiring drummers may not want to commit to buying a drum kit before getting into drumming. Others may not have … Read more
We’ve all heard the saying “practice makes perfect”. This guide gives you the exact daily practice you should be doing to get to perfect. The best part? You don’t need to dedicate hours to the drum kit everyday, 30 minutes is good enough to get you started! The following is a routine that is flexible, … Read more
Ever felt like your hands and feet cannot seem to work in sync behind the drums? This quick guide will help you get them synced up so that you finally start grooving and feeling the flow as a drummer. Why is hand-foot coordination important for drummers? Hand-food coordination is an important skill that’ll help you … Read more