I’ve tried writing something about this topic 4 or 5 times by now. It’s a tricky subject and one I think about a lot. After all, the goal is to pass on knowledge and wisdom to the students, right? As an added bonus, teaching helps one to understand and perform his or [...]
With over 14 years experiences teaching, 18 years drumming, and a lifetime of musical knowledge and performance under my belt, I've racked up a few theories and concepts that I find myself teaching my students.
Why not share it with the web-surfing percussionsts?
The ideas presented in this blog are meant to get you, the drummer, to think about what you're playing, then ask, "Why?" There is something here for all drummers... beginners to pros, drumline drummers to drum set players, drum corps jocks to marching band geeks, and students to educators.
