sHe druMs by Manu Holmer

Is Reading Sheet Music Important For Drummers?

Is reading sheet music really that important for drummers?

That’s a question I’ve been asked a lot.

To be honest, I love drums sheet music. I do not always use it, however. But when I do it helps me a lot. 😉

In this article, I’d like to show you the greatest advantages of being a good reader first.

Then you’ll learn why I always teach reading skills in my drum lessons.

Practice drumming on a regular base is the key to become a great musician.

However, it isn’t always clear how to start your hard hitting journey.

Or what’s meant by the concept of practicing after all.

If you agree and don’t know how you should fill your practice time or start drumming in general, my blog hopefully will help you out. 🙂

Start drumming?

These two words can change your life forever.

I remember my first day as a drummer like it was yesterday.

However, it actually has been more than 15 years since I first hit the kit!

But why am I telling this?

You see, as an drum instructor and female drummer I’ve been confronted a lot with inscecurities about playing the drums.

Are you a good drummer?

Or not?

That’s certainly a tough question to answer.

I mean:

What is a good drummer in the first place?

So, to help you answer the question, I’m going to share my opinion on what I believe makes a good drummer good.