Drum Set Therapy

Describing what a cymbal sounds like) can be confusing because the words used can mean different things to different people. Here are definitions of the most widely used terms to describe cymbal sounds. https://drumlessonsinla.com/blog/the-drum-set-shrink-podcast

Sometimes the difference between a good performance and a great performance is expression; playing and moving the music dynamically. One of the best ways to improve your playing is to work on your dynamics. Here are some things that will help you play more dynamically.

We are talking with Bart Robley about his book, "The Rhythmic Journey". You can get his book below.   http://www. BartRobley.com https://hudsonmusic.com/product/the-rhythmic-journey

If you play the drums with the goal of being in a band, the sooner you can start playing with other musicians, the better. If you are having trouble finding other musicians to play with, an option could be to attend an open mic night jam at a nearby bar or club.

Let’s listen to a handful of songs to see what the bass and drums do to make those songs work.

Experiment with getting different tones out of your snare drum. Here are ten ways.

I couldn’t just leave it at just 5 top drum method books from last week’s episode. Here are five more. There are so many other great ones but I’ll just leave it here. Here is a link where you can explore each one, with insight into each book, and links where you can get them. https://drumlessonsinla.com/blog/more-drum-instructional-books

It was very difficult to pick 5 but today’s listener question is, What are my top 5 drum method books? Here is a link where you can explore each one, with insight into each book, and links where you can get them. https://drumlessonsinla.com/blog/great-drum-instructional-books

Feeling stuck in a musical rut happens to everyone , even the most seasoned drummers and musicians. The good news? It’s totally normal—and there are solid ways to break free and get re-inspired. Here are some tried-and-true tips. https://drumlessonsinla.com/blog/9-ways-to-get-out-of-a-musical-rut If you’ve lost the motivation to play or practice, here are nine things you can do to bring back the d...

Playing vs. Practicing

Have you ever been told that your solos sound like drums falling down a flight of stairs? Here are some thoughts on making drum solos musical.

Here are five suggestions that can simplify your setup and tear down time.

If you’ve ever gone through a period of time where you feel like everything you play sounds the same or you just want to come up with some new ideas, here are some things to help you get creative with your playing.

Love it or hate it, most drummers would agree that they should practice with a metronome on a regular basis. Here are three reasons to make metronome work a part of your practice activity. https://drumlessonsinla.com/blog/the-drum-set-shrink-podcast

Here are a couple of things you can do if you are having trouble finding the time to practice your drums. https://drumlessonsinla.com/blog/the-drum-set-shrink-podcast

We all have those days when you sit down at the drums and nothing seems to be going right, the playing is sloppy, the timing is off, and it just isn’t inspiring. Here are some things you can do about that. https://drumlessonsinla.com/blog/the-drum-set-shrink-podcast

Recording acoustic drums is one of the most difficult studio tasks. The following are some tips to get your drums ready before you enter the recording studio. https://drumlessonsinla.com/blog/the-drum-set-shrink-podcast

I am answering a listener question today. What Do I Look for in an Instructor? https://drumlessonsinla.com/blog/the-drum-set-shrink-podcast

I’d like to introduce myself and talk about why I’m doing this podcast. https://drumlessonsinla.com/blog/the-drum-set-shrink-podcast

🎧 Episode Description: Great drummers don’t just listen to the beat—they listen to the entire band. Deep listening is the key to becoming a more musical drummer, helping you understand how your playing interacts with the bass, guitar, vocals, and everything in between. In this episode, we’ll break down: 👂 How to analyze drum parts beyond just the groove. 🎸 Why listening to other instruments mak...

For some, performing in front of others can produce feelings of terror and anxiety. Here are some strategies and thoughts on what you can do to deal with stagefright.

If your drums are in good condition and you want to keep them that way, I recommend investing in cases or bags for when you transport them. https://drumlessonsinla.com/blog/the-drum-set-shrink-podcast

Advice on dealing with auditions. https://drumlessonsinla.com/blog/the-drum-set-shrink-podcast

This is my case for studying and playing different styles of music. https://drumlessonsinla.com/blog/the-drum-set-shrink-podcast