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Non-Exhausting Marketing & Networking Tips For The Introvert Drummer

Being an introvert drummer can be tough.

Especially if you want to market yourself, or build up your network in the music industry.

You’re not only introverted, but also shy?

Things might get even more challenging for you.

However, this doesn’t have to be the case.

In fact, being introverted and/or shy as a drummer is not a problem.

It’s just a part of your personality.

On the other hand, I know the many hardships of being an introverted drummer.

That’s because I’m introverted as well.

How has this affected my drumming career?

Well …

I’ve Been Playing The Drums For More Than 15 Years: Here’s What I Learned

I’ve been playing the drums since I was a teenager.

Being a 30-year-old woman now, I’m still in love with this instrument.

When I was younger, I also dreamt of being a drum teacher.

Helping others create a more joyful life thanks to the power of music:

This is my motivation to this day on.

Drumming is love, so it’s always a good time to share it.

I also feel outstandingly blessed to say:

In 2023, I’ve been teaching drums (and other instruments like the cajon) for 10 years.

Therefore, it might be the right time to share some of my most important learnings with you.

With that said:

I’ve got over 15 years of drumming under my belt.

What did I learn?

5 Painful Drumming Mistakes & What I’ve Learned From Making Them

Learning the drums? Get ready to face some drumming mistakes!

Hey, I’m just being honest.

And after all, we all know them, right?

The mistakes we ALL make as a drummer.

Everybody struggles when starting-out to play the drums.

Still, I struggle after being a drummer half of my life.

No big deal, that’s normal.

You might struggle as well, and get over your drumming mistakes.

Maybe you made some bigger ones like me.

And hey … that’s perfectly fine!

Just remember:

Why Do You Drum?

Why do you drum?

That’s a great question to think about.

Let’s do so in today’s article.

Is Drumming Easy?

Is drumming easy or hard? That’s a great question. And one I happen to hear a lot. Unfortunately, there’s no overall answer. It depends, after all.

To help you make a decision for learning drums, however, I’ll share some personal advice with you.

Can Drums Be Stored In The Cold?

Can drums be stored in the cold? That’s a good question! In this article, I’ll share my personal experience and tips for beginners.

Drum Tabs & Why I Simply Don’t Like Them

Drum tabs? Uagh! I. Do. Not. Like. Them. Don’t get me wrong: I can understand why some people love ’em.

There are a lot of them available online – also for free.
There is no drum notation software required to write them down.
They are easy to read, learn and understand. (At least for some.)
Drum tabs don’t require you to read formal drum notes.

Heck, so why do I simply don’t like them?

Why Great Drumming Doesn’t Need To Be Complex After All

Oh, she’s such an awesome female drummer! Her stuff is so complex … 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 equal complex beats, fills and time signatures?

For me? Nope. Not at all.

What’s The Most Reasonable Drum Set Price For Beginners?

What?! Is this really a drum set price? That’s like buying a freaking car!

Said a lot of people seeing the prices of high-end kits for the first time.

Grab Your Free MP3 Happy Birthday Playback [Piano] For Practicing Drums, Bass & Any Other Music Instrument To

Happy birthday to you. Happy birthday to you. A happy birthday dear drummer, bass girl, guitarist, banjo player, piano boy … Happy birthday to you!

Ok, this might have gotten out of hand. 😉 But hey, it suits today’s topic perfectly!

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