Before you can become the next world famous drummer, you’re going to need a drum set to display your skill on. And even though it may seem like a fairly simple task to buy a set, there are countless variables to consider when picking out a kit.
New Drum Solos & Drum Play-Alongs
Just letting you all know that I just added a bunch more drum solos, play-alongs, drum battles, and drum covers to the FreeDrumLessons.com website.
The Basic Drumming Motions
Lionel was one of my favourite all-time teachers, not just drum teachers. He is an amazing communicator and genuinely always cared about my progression as a drummer. I highly recommend any drummer to get lessons from Lionel if you can.
Single Paradiddle Applied Around The Drum-Set
The single paradiddle is my favorite drum rudiment to play around the kit. You can play it at all different tempos and note values, which makes it applicable in ANY musical setting.
Big Change To The Secret Drum Lessons
I have been thinking a lot lately about how the Secret Drum Lessons on FreeDrumLessons.com are managed and have decided to make a big change.
Up to this point, all the lessons are sent through my automated server. So on the day you sign up, you get lesson #1, then 7 days later you get your next lesson etc
How To Tune Your Drums & Choose Drumheads
The biggest thing to remember when learning how to tune your drums is that tuning is a personal preference. There is no right or wrong, just different. For example, I tuned my snare drum a little bit looser then Dave tunes his. Nothing wrong with that, just different.
Are Drummers Lazy?
I’ve been thinking a lot this last week about how I can motivate all the drummers that watch my videos to practice more. It seems that everyone is looking for that one quick fix that will make them a pro overnight, and they don’t want to do any work.
Hand To Feet Combos Around The Drum-Set
In this video lesson, me and Dave talked about the different hand to feet combinations that you can instantly apply to your everyday drumming.
Single Stroke Roll Speed Around The Drum-Set
In this live drum lesson, me and Dave talked about how to develop your single stroke roll speed around the kit. We gave seven exercises that you can take to your kit immediately to help build speed.