Why do you drum?
That’s a great question to think about.
Let’s do so in today’s article.
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Category: Mindset
108 Reasons Why Drumming Is Good For You
Why drumming is good for you? Well, I could give you a whole list of reasons. But …
Nope, I actually will.
That’s what I’m going to do:
In this article, you’ll find my 108 best reasons why drumming is good for you.
Most of them I have experienced by myself. Others are proved by scientific research.
If you want to have an additional reason added, share your thoughts in the comments below.
But now, let’s start with my ultimate feel drumming feel good list. 🙂
Continue reading “108 Reasons Why Drumming Is Good For You”How To Finally Start Believing In Yourself As a Drummer
May I ask a question? Are you believing in yourself as a drummer? Or would you say that you’re at maximum an ok musician?
Maybe you’re just experiencing a not so nice episode in your musical journey right now. You literally think everything you do or play suck.
But this will pass by. Even if you don’t see the end of this exhausting stage now.
It could be that you lack self-confidence as a drummer as well. Know the nagging feeling inside you?
Also, it does not have to be triggered by any external event.
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What Kind Of Drummer Do You Want To Be?
He took a glimpse into the mirror. What he saw was no big surprise: Big green eyes, small lips. 12 wrinkles on his forehead. He had taken this process many times before. Simply look into the mirror. See what’s still there. And ask himself one single question: What kind of drummer do you want to be?
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Great drumming … Look at her!
She’s such an awesome drummer.
Wow, I bet she must have the best drumming technique on earth.
Said no one ever.
Ok, some actually do.
And hey, I don’t blame them.
But does great drumming REALLY equal complex beats, fills and time signatures?
For me? Nope. Not at all.
Here’s why.
Continue reading “Why Great Drumming Doesn’t Need To Be Complex”3 Instant Tips On How You Can Become More Confident As A Drum Starter
Being confident as a drum starter is not always easy. I know, I know. There are many things you still need to master. And want to.
Also, what you’re playing sometimes doesn’t sound that good in your ears. Overall, you feel pretty insecure about what you’re doing around the drum kit.
How should you become more confident as a drum starter then? Don’t worry, it’s actually not a rocket science kind of task.
The 3 instant tips will help you become more confident from now on.
Let’s look into them, shall we? 🙂
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A healthy mindset? Sure, I got it!
Really?
You see, being a drummer is simply awesome. However, it can give you a hard time too. It can even make your days worse.
Manu, what are you talking about?
Continue reading “How You Can Establish A Healthy Mindset As A Drummer”What All Beginner Drummers Have To Know From The Start
Know what? Everybody starting out is part of the beginner drummers circle.
Ok, that’s no secret. And certainly no surprise.
But!
There’s one big problem.
Continue reading “What All Beginner Drummers Have To Know From The Start”Why Playing The Drums Slowly Is Way Harder Than You Think
It’s not sexy. Nor do most of us drummers strive for it. Playing the drums slowly doesn’t wow people like going blazing fast around the kit.
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Someday. Someday I’m going to learn playing the drums. But today, I can’t. And tomorrow is today again …
Sounds familiar?
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