What It Takes To Be A Drummer – Do You Have It?

What does it take to be a drummer

Being a drummer is awesome!

It’s great fun and a wonderful way to spend your time.

However, that’s just one side of the medal.

Let’s be honest:

Learning a musical instrument isn’t always cupcakes and rainbows.

That’s why people often ask me:

Do I have what it takes to be a drummer?

If this question applies to you as well, read on.

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Roland Electronic Drums: 10 Reasons Why I Recommend Them

Roland electric drums opinion

So, you want to buy your first electronic drum kit.

But which one is the best pick for you?

Personally, I recommend electronic drums by Roland.

They are also known as V-Drums, offering everything needed to learn playing the drums right from the start.

I’ve been using my Roland TD-1DMK since 2019.

If you’ve watched some of my YouTube videos, you might already know it.

That’s why I recommend their electronic drum kits:

I’m convinced they are worth your money.

Obviously, there have to be various reasons why I recommend Roland electronic drum sets for beginners.

We’ll take a look at 10 of their benefits in this drumming guide.

Please notice:

I’m solely sharing my personal

  • thoughts,
  • experiences
  • and opinion

to help you find the best electronic drum set.

This guide is not sponsored by Roland.

With that said, let’s take a look at the first benefit:

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Why Drum Lessons? 13 Powerful Benefits You Can’t Ignore

Drum lessons benefits and pros for beginners

Are drum lessons worth your cash?

After all, you could teach yourself to play the drums.

Right?

Right.

However, there are some powerful benefits to drum lessons you simply can’t ignore.

Let’s take a look at 13 of them in this drumming guide.

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The Importance Of Ear Training For Beginner Drummers

Ideas And Tips On Ear Training For Beginner Drummers

How important is ear training for beginner drummers?

You see, learning to play the drums is not just about keeping a steady beat.

It’s also not about nailing fancy fills or mastering certain drumming techniques.

Instead, learning the drums demands a keen sense of

For this reason, ear training is a vital aspect of becoming the drummer you want to be.

That’s why in today’s drumming guide, I’m going to provide you with 7 outstandingly helpful ideas to enhance your listening skills.

Plus:

We’ll explore the significance of ear training for beginner drummers to start with.

This will help you understand and train your ears in the most practical way.

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My Opinion On What’s The Hardest Part Of Being A Drummer

Whats The Hardest Part Of Being A Drummer Personal Thoughts

What’s the hardest part of being a drummer?

That’s a fantastic question.

And that’s why I’m going to share my personal opinion today.

What do you think?

What’s the hardest part of being a drummer in your opinion?

Share your thoughts down in the comments as well.

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We Need To Talk About Drumming Envy

Drumming envy tips

Ever felt drumming envy?

You know the feeling:

Watching a video of a kid rocking the drums as many adults can’t.

Maybe you went to a mind-blowing jam lately.

Or you just got caught up in the fun and fancy world of social media.

Drumming envy is something most of us aren’t immune to.

Sooner or later, we’re likely to catch it.

That’s why we need to talk about drumming envy:

It’s nothing you need to be ashamed of.

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What Is A Drum Fill?

Drum fill explained

What is a drum fill?

And how can you tell it apart from a drum groove or beat?

In this short guide for beginners, you’ll learn

  • a simple definition of drum fills (or fill-ins)
  • and what sets them apart from beats or grooves.

This knowledge will not only help you understand your drumming exercises better.

It will also give you precious insights on why you’re playing what you’re playing on the drum kit.

Sounds great?

Agreed! 😀

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8 Very Easy Drum Beats For Beginners (Free Notes)

Easy drum beats for beginners free PDF

Learning very easy drum beats is a great idea:

As a beginner, you

  • can memorize them quite fast,
  • play them to many popular songs or
  • use them to expand your drumming vocabulary.

Each of the 8 drum beats I’m going to explain in today’s guide is perfectly suited for beginners on the drum set.

Plus:

I’m sharing a free sheet music PDF with our 8 very easy drum beats as well.

Just download the notes and add them to your collection of drums sheet music.

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How To Jam With Other Musicians As A Drum Beginner

Tips for drum beginners on how to jam with other musicians

You’re a drum beginner, and you’re finally going to jam with other musicians?

Great idea!

There’s a lot of fun waiting just around the corner. 🙂

At the same time, you might wonder:

How can you collaborate and jam with other musicians?

After all, that’s a whole new experience for you.

In this drumming guide, you’ll find some tried and tested tips helping you successfully prepare for your jam sessions.

You’ll also learn about things you should avoid when collaborating with other musicians.

But first, let’s answer this frequently asked question:

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