Drumming Equipment

This section is all about the drumming equipment I use and recommend to students. I discuss drumsticks for jazz, rock/studio, concert band and marching band.

I discuss purchasing your first drum-set.

I talk about drum thrones and how the right kind can save you from having back problems from the drums.

I discuss cymbals, and why I use the ones I do.

I discuss the importance of metronomes.

Some of the future articles will include topics like drum-heads and tuning the drums.

2 Best Drumsticks For Most Drummers

Today I’m going to talk with you about drumsticks. Specifically we’re going to talk about Vic Firth drumsticks because those are the ones I’m the… Read More »2 Best Drumsticks For Most Drummers

Ludwig Breakbeats Drum Set Review

Ludwig Breakbeats Questlove Drum Set Review. I’ve been performing with a Breakbeats drum kit for several years now. In this video I discuss the pros and cons of this Ludwig drum set.

How To Buy Your First Drum Set

Buying your first drum-set can be a confusing experience. It’s possible to find drums ranging from $300, all the way up to $10,000. The first… Read More »How To Buy Your First Drum Set

How To Practice Drums With A Metronome

I have always found in my teaching that it’s usually difficult to get students to practice with a metronome. There are several reasons for this.… Read More »How To Practice Drums With A Metronome