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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 31-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 during this time?

Why Drumming Is So Much Fun, You Ask?

Why drumming is so much fun?

There are various great reasons for learning to play the drums.

Which ones, you ask?

I’m going to share some personal thoughts on this topic.

Maybe you want to do so as well?

Feel free to comment why drumming is so much fun for you. 🙂

The Most Important Exercise For Drum Beginners Explained

What’s the most important exercise for drum beginners?

Is it

learning our 40 rudiments,
mastering limb independence,
getting comfortable with a certain technique?

Well …

No.

The most important drum exercise is the one most beginner drummers tend to overlook.

Maybe you as well?

5 Time-Savers For Stressed Out Drummers

The best time-savers for stressed drummers?

Share.

This.

Information!

Sure, I will. 🙂

Each tip in this drumming guide is tried and tested.

Feel free to give your top picks a try as well.

Oh, and before I forget:

I’m talking about the negative version of stress in this drumming guide.

Bossa Nova Drum Beat: A Step-by-Step Guide

The bossa nova drum beat definitely is a musical gem you will love:

This Brazilian groove not only is fun to play, but also really smooth sounding as well.

In addition, it can be a motivating challenge for drum beginners.

That’s why in today’s step-by-step guide, I’m sharing a favorite bossa nova drum beat.

We’re starting with the bass drum pattern in eighth notes as it is the fundation of our groove.

3 Rules Of How To Become A Successful Drummer

How can you become a successful drummer?

That’s a great question.

In today’s article, we’re going to answer it.

I’m sharing 3 rules helping you crack this goal.

Please notice:

This article is not for you when you’re searching for tips and hacks to sharpen your drumming skills.

It’s about becoming a successful drummer in terms of a way of life.

Also, they are key elements for making a proper living by drumming and beyond.

Why Do You Drum?

Why do you drum?

That’s a great question to think about.

Let’s do so in today’s article.

6 Punk Drum Beats Of Famous Songs Worth Your Practice Time

Punk drum beats? Big love.

Despite my classical training, that’s where I come from in terms of music.

Finally, I kind of started my musical journey playing melodic punk rock in an all-girl band.

So in this article, you’ll find a bunch of really cool punk drum beats from famous songs in a free drum notes PDF.

The beats are

fun,
full of energy
and sound awesome.

Or, let’s say it in five words: definitley worth your practice time.

And yes, most of them are quite fast if you want to play them to the original songs.

So they can give you a challenge behind the kit.

That’s part of the fun. 🙂

Yeah!

My 9 Favorite Music Practice Strategies (Not Only For Drummers)

Music practice strategies are gold worth. Why?

They drastically reduce your practice effort while maximizing your results.

It’s not about the what. It’s about the how.

If you follow music practice strategies, you’ll soon understand the importance of them.

So what are my top picks for you?