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  • Traditional Grip vs. Matched Grip: Which Should You Learn First?

    When it comes to holding the sticks, drummers often find themselves at a crossroads: traditional grip or matched grip? Both have deep roots in d...
  • What Is Traditional Grip? A Deep Dive Into the Classic Technique

    What Is Traditional Grip? A Deep Dive Into the Classic Technique When most people think of drumming, they picture matched grip — both hands holding...
  • How I Approach Online Session Drumming

    In the symphony of music, there exists a rhythm that transcends mere beats, a force that knits together melodies and harmonies into a seamless tap...
  • The Jazz Drummer's Secret Weapon: A Deep Dive into Moeller Technique and the Traditional Grip

    In the realm of jazz drumming, where subtlety and nuance are the keys to unlocking a truly mesmerizing performance, mastering the traditional grip ...
  • Rock Drumming For Beginners: How To Play Rock On Drums

    The backbone of rock music. From the thunderous beats of legendary bands like Led Zeppelin and AC/DC to the infectious grooves of modern rock acts ...
  • Flam Rudiment 101: Beginner's Guide to Playing Flams

    Flam –the cleaner they are, the smoother they sound. | Read More 
  • Rhythm, Innovation, and Soul: Jazz's Top Drummers Through the Decades

    Picture this: a dimly lit jazz club, the air thick with anticipation, as the drummer takes center stage. With a flick of the wrist and a tap of the...
  • The Art of Finger Control on Drums: Techniques for Speed, Agility, and Expression

    Finger control is a technique that drummers use to achieve precision, speed, and finesse in playing by utilizing the power of the fingers.
  • Drumming Like a Legend: Exploring the Buddy Rich Grip Technique

    Buddy Rich's grip technique and secrets for playing fast were a combination of factors that contributed to his remarkable speed and dexterity on the drums. 
  • Introduction to the Jazz Drumming Grip: Basics for Beginners

    What grip works better for jazz drumming? I have been playing for more than 35 years. The grip that I find that gives a great feel and touch when playing jazz is | Read More
  • How to Play Paradiddles Like A Pro: Essential Tips and Exercises

    Paradiddles, those delightful combinations of single and double strokes, are the bread and butter of drumming.
  • Jazz Drumming Made Easy: Beginner's Guide to Swinging

    In this beginner jazz drumming lesson, we will cover what makes it different from other styles, how to get started with jazz drumming step by step, techniques to enhance your playing, tips to improve in jazz drumming, and a look at some of the legends who have left their mark on the genre for inspiration.