Although it can be uncomfortable at times, recording yourself playing your instrument is one of the most effective tools you have in improving as a musician (yes, drummers are musicians too). The reality is, when we are in the moment of playing, we have a biased or inaccurate idea of how we really sound. I have found that this is generally due to the fact that we tend to label our performances based on our emotions in that moment. This, unfortunately, is not a very helpful approach to playing music.

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With the recent Covid-19 pandemic, many drum instructors have made the transition to teaching lessons virtually. Virtual drum lessons via Zoom, Facetime, Skype, or any other virtual meeting room sites make it possible for teachers and students to interact, practice, and enjoy learning the drums from a safe distance. In this weeks post, we look at a few practical reasons for why virtual lessons are a great alternative to in-person private drum lessons.

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At some point or another, many young often musicians ask themselves whether or not they should study music in college. Believe it or not, music school is a very polarizing subject for a number of reasons amongst musicians. For one thing, tuition rates can be astronomical these days depending on where you choose to study. This alone can be a deal breaker for many music students, as a career in music is not always the most lucrative, and can make paying back student loans that much more challenging. Another argument many musicians have is that music school can add a layer of blandness to you playing as the school environment can be very academic. Although I do have some of my own complaints regarding music school, over all attending music school was a very impactful and positive point in my life. I can say without question that my career in music thus far probably would not have developed the way it has if it were not for music school. The point of this post is to share the many benefits music school has to offer, as well as share some of my own personal experiences with it in hopes to help you make your own conclusions regarding the subject.

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Buying drums can be a daunting task these days. With so many options available, it is sometimes difficult to make a decision. For those who are buying their first kit or do not know much about drum set terminology, this task can be even more difficult. The purpose of this post is to break down the different components of a drum set, and what to look for when shopping around for that first kit.

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