i already play the guitar 1yr and a half and i was interested in learning the drums playing an instrument helped me appreciate the drums. how should i go about learning the drums? should i get a practice pad and rudiments or get an entire kit and try to get lessons ( how much do drum lessons cost usually) or can i learn on my own and also what type of kit do you recommend for a beginner or practice pad?
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What Type of Drumsticks Should I Get?
May 16th, 2010 
admin After a several drum lessons, I have decided that I want to carry on playing, so my tutor suggested that I get some sticks. At the time I forgot to ask him what type etc, and my next lesson is Saturday. I would like to have some sticks by then.
If anybody knows what the best type of sticks would be for a beginner and why, I would be extremely grateful. Thank you.
Where Can I Find Beginner Bass Lessons for Free?
May 14th, 2010 admin I’m a relatively new musician who started playing drums 2 years ago, I have already advanced to the point where i can play at a large event. Keep in mind i play for my church, the music department does not have much members and so when i joined 2 years ago it helped the department but as it stands we only have one in training Bass player, and all the ppl who wanna join wanna play the drums, so now i want to start Bass. I’ve always loved it but my teacher suggested i not start drums and Bass at the same time so i didn’t now its time to take up the second one.
I do not have access to a credit card or any way of paying for it so free lessons would be preferable
Some Questions From a Beginner Drummer…?
May 6th, 2010 admin Some Drum Questions From A Beginner…?
Hey guys. For years I have known that I wanted to start playing the drums, but it took me until this year to get the courage and willpower to start playing. As of now, I DO NOT own a drum kit, but I plan on getting a job this summer and saving up for a cheap one (Somewhere between $300-500). I am at a point where I can play simple AC/DC songs, if that helps show my “position”. I am looking to start playing simple classic rock songs, and then much later moving onto my favorite genre of music: Classic Metal.
But I have a lot of questions. The more you can answer, the better.
1. What are some simple beats I can help me become a better drummer?
2. Where and how can I learn to read drumming composition? It seems many sites show drum beats in this manner, and I have no idea how to read it!
3. Are there any sites that show how to play the drums to certain songs? I always see websites giving the guitar notes to play songs on guitar, but never on drums.
4. My right hand is superb for drum playing, when compared to most other beginners. However, my left hand is just terrible! My right hand is very quick, and when I play something quickly, it hits the same spot almost every time. But with my left hand, the drum stick is flailing all over the place, more like hitting random spots, and it has a much harder time staying at that speed. What can I do to equal my hands up? Please give detail
5. Would it be good to invest in a practice drum pad? Here are 2 I am looking at:
http://cgi.ebay.com/VIC-FIRTH-6-DRUM-PRA…
http://cgi.ebay.com/10-DRUMMERS-PRACTICE…
6. I can’t seem to do a drum roll. Everytime I try it just frustrates me because I can’t seem to do the whole RRLLRRLLRRLL beat. Anyway I can learn in a less frustrating, more educational way?
7. I was given 2 drum sticks by my friend. I just discovered though that they make 2 different sounds! One makes a higher pitched “clunk” then the other, and I am wondering if this may confuse me when doing rudiments. Is this a problem?
8. I probably should have asked this question first, sorry for the confusion. But where should I start? I don’t have the money or the time to start drum lessons, so I plan on teaching myself, along with help from people online, online lessons and websites, and my 2 friends who are expert drummers. I am just unsure of where I should start practicing. Should I start by playing along to simple songs? Or should I play without music to rudiments and paradiddles? Or a combination of both?
Thanks guys, I appreciate the help.
Sorry guys, just one more question. Would you reccomend buying a drum set online or from a local shop? Thanks
1 Final Question: I am not sure exactly where I can stick my drum set. There is no room on the first or second floor, only in my finished basement. However, there are no walls or doors in the basement, so I wouldn’t have much privacy, and the sound would probably echo through the entire house! Where should I stick my drums? In the attic? Haha
What Acoustic Drum Set Should I Get for a Cheap Price?
May 4th, 2010 admin Hi,
I just took a drum lesson, and I really like to play.
I need a beginners drum set.
BTW, a friend told me this info:
Either get a Pearl Ext Series, Pearl Export, Tama-Rockstar, or Pacific-PDP as a first drum set.
He also said to get acoustic.
He recommended to go to Daddy’s Junky Music, musiciansfriend.com, or guitarcenter.com
Anyway, out of those drum sets, can someone recommend me one like either one of those drum sets?
Also, I would like it to be under $500 (not including shipping)
Thanks!
Where Can I Find Free Drum Lesson on the Internet?
April 30th, 2010 admin As you can see, drums lesson don’t come cheap (It is even more expensive than guitar lesson). Thus I want to learn drum by myself. Where can I find lesson on the internet for free. By the way, I am a super beginner. I do not even know how to read music note.
Group Drum Lessons in AZ??
April 24th, 2010 admin does anyone know where i can find a good beginners teacher in arizona for my siblings??
Drum Kits and Lessons?
April 22nd, 2010 admin I played drums in a school band when I was in middle school and I just played on a snare. I was considering taking it up again but I have a few questions.
1) Should I by a whole kit, a snare or just a practice pad to start with? When I was in band we got practice pads.
-If so, would an electric or acoustic be more suiting for a beginner? And can I have a list of good brands.
-My price limit is around 600.
2) Should I take lessons? I play Guitar, Bass, Violin and piano so I know all my theory. Is it worth paying for lessons or should I just get a beginner book?
What Is a Good Brand of Drumsticks for a Beginner?
April 18th, 2010 admin I am 14 and I just had my first drum lesson yesterday. The place I go to also has a music store connected to it and I saw some zildjian drumsticks with white tips. They were $5.99 is this a good price? I don’t have a drum kit yet but I thought I would get some drumsticks to work on holding my drumsticks properly.
How Much Money Do I Need to Spend to Get a OK Drum Set?
April 8th, 2010 admin Ok i’m 12 13 in 2 months and I have had some drum lessons at my church. I have so much fun playing the drums! I would like to buy a set to keep at my house though. Please give me a link to a drum set for someone that is somewhat of a beginner on the drums…Oh ya does this drum set look OK or is it a piece on crap? http://cgi.ebay.com/OSP-5-PIECE-DRUM-SET-W-CYMBALS-AND-HARDWARE-SILVER_W0QQitemZ110122264217QQihZ001QQcategoryZ38097QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
Ok don’t even bother to post if your gonna say its gonna cost me $2000. I’M 12! I want something cheaper then $500 or nothing. does this look ok if I bought some new Cymbals?
http://www.musiciansfriend.com/product/Pulse-Pro-5Piece-Drum-Set-with-Cymbals?sku=444094&src=3SOSWXXA
