When the student is ready, the teacher appear.

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One can learn anything as long as they want to, a teacher can teach anything when the student is ready to learn.

I have had students who turn up in class expecting the drumming knowledge that they want to be downloaded instantly into their mind.

Alas! Drumming is a skill, an art, like any subject matter, requires learning to know, and practice to master.

Find a teacher who is truly passionate to teach and have a proven system of teaching.

Remember, a teacher can teach, so must the student learn.

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Drum legends you should read up on

The drum world has some really great names and I believe that all budding drummers should read up, listen to their playing and learn a thing or two from them.

The list below is just my idea of drum legends that I know of, if you know someone not on the list who is in your opinion a drum legend, feel free to share!

In no order of preference…

Buddy rich
Louie bellson
Joe morello
Larry londin
Terry bozzio
Dave weckl
Steve smith
Steve gadd
Simon philip

I will add on to this list as I go along.

Feel free to share your drum legends

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What to wear to drum classes

For male students:

Loose cotton top, (you do sweat in class)

Pants or slack

Flat soles Shoes

Ear plugs

Try to avoid accessories as they may hinder your actions in class.

For female students:

Same as above.

Tie up hair if long

Avoid wearing bracelets if possible.

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How are drums made.

Ever wondered how are drums made? Then you must watch this short video by pearl drum.

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Free Rudiments Exercise 1

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I just uploaded a new rudiments exercise.

Remember to play the exercises slowly and in time, use a metronome whenever possible.

Watch the stickings, repeat each exercise 4 – 8 times.

Only gradually increase your speed when you feel comfortable and ready and that your strokes are even.

Download Here.

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