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Pro Drumming Starts With Smooth Transitions And Precise Subdivisions

Subdividing quarter notes into eighth notes, sixteenth notes and triplets is an essential skill in music. A quarter note receives one beat in most common

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July 27, 2026 No Comments

Traditional Grip: A Different Way of Tuning Into the Drumkit

Traditional drum set grip is one of those techniques that instantly changes the experience of drumming. Rather than holding both sticks the same way, the

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May 25, 2026 No Comments

First Steps To Playing The Bodhran

The bodhrán is a traditional Irish frame drum. At first glance it seems simple, but adjustments in grip, movement, and time feel can dramatically change

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May 10, 2026 No Comments

Chops Are Just Part of the Big Picture.

Melodic Jazz Drumming Melodic jazz drumming is a rhythmic language that transcends timekeeping and thus transforms the drum kit into a melodic and accompanying instrument.

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March 22, 2026 No Comments

I’m new to music lessons. What should I expect?

Starting With The Right Drum Instructor For You. You’ll need some sticks and a practice pad to start. The drumset can come a bit later

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January 29, 2026 No Comments

University Auditions: What You Need To Know.

They can be stressful, I know. When I auditioned for my degree program, the audition was close to one hour and fifteen minutes long.  Even

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January 29, 2026 No Comments

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