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Notes from the Road
Howdy Gang, I thought it might be of use to talk about some of the the things that I will be focusing on practice-wise (time permitting) over the next few days based on my playing over the weekend. There were three things that I noticed needed my immediate attention. Let’s take a look at each … Continue reading
Hey, Flatfoot!!
One of the things that I am constantly changing (i.e. struggling with) is my foot technique; specifically, the times when it is appropriate to use the heel down technique, and when to use the heel up technique. For me, I have been by-and-large a heel up player, but within slower tempo and certain feels I … Continue reading
Lessons and Direction
I have recently decided to restart piano lessons; it has been a long time since I studied with anyone and am looking forward to the process. I consider myself a pretty disciplined individual in terms of practice and am always (or almost always) enthusiastic about growing as a musician, buy in the case of the … Continue reading
Taking the Time
I recently had a conversation with a student that told me over the last week or so they had had no time to practice because they had been to busy. When asked what he was so busy doing, my student gave me the typical responses; homework, sporting events, etc. I then asked my student if … Continue reading
A Great Book from a Great Drummer
If you haven’t had a chance to pick up drumming legend Bill Bruford’s autobiography, I highly recommend that you do. I have read several musician’s autobiographies and have to say this is one of, if not the best, I have read. It can be purchased through Amazon here. Great job, Bill!
So why Do YOU Do It?
I recently had a new student come to take a lesson at my home studio; she had traveled a long distance to take the lesson, so we scheduled several hours for the day. I always enjoy teaching students like that, b/c I know they are serious about drumming and want to learn as much as … Continue reading
Record Thyself!
In this post I wanted to discuss the importance of recording yourself, either by audio or video, and using that information to help adjust and improve your playing in any given situation. I learned this first hand over last weekend’s gigs. The shows were both identical in that we were going to be performing the … Continue reading
Purchasing a Drumset for the Beginning Student: A Buyer’s Guide
So you have a child that has taken an interest in playing the drums. Before you run out to the local music store to lay out your hard-earned cash on a brand new shiny drum set for junior, let’s take a look at some things to consider. I can tell you from my own experience … Continue reading
That Pesky Hi-Hat, and Playing for Some Dead Fish!
Hello Boys and Girls, Another weekend of playing has come and gone, so I thought it might be interesting to reflect on my most recent gigs with some observations, pondering and pontification, as it were. First off, one of the things I try to take away from every gig is a mental note of a … Continue reading
Spreading the Christmas Cheer!
Hi guys and gals, Just wanted to let you know that for any new student that signs up for lessons between now and January 1st, 2013, I will be offering a one hour lesson for the cost of a 1/2 hr lesson; a ten dollar savings! So whether you have been playing for a while … Continue reading