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Ultimate Beginner Series: Rock Drums Basics – Bk+CD

admin — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 22:34:45 +0000

Take The First Steps To Playing Rock Music
Includes Practice Tips, Note Values, Fill Ideas And More
Includes Three Play-Along Charts And Warm-Up Exercises
Standard Drum Notation
52 Pages

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The first step towards experiencing the fun of playing rock music. This book & CD package will guide you through everything you need to know to begin playing rock drums. Topics include practice tips, note values, eighth- and sixteenth-note variations, the bass drum, fill ideas for each groove, open hi-hat technique, two-bar patterns, ride cymbal technique, rock ballads and shuffles, developing a groove with a bass player, three play-along charts, warm-ups and much more…. More >>

Ultimate Beginner Series: Rock Drums Basics – Bk+CD

The Ultimate Beginner Series: Drums Complete

admin — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 22:34:38 +0000

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UBS DRUMS COMPLETE – DVD Movie… More >>

The Ultimate Beginner Series: Drums Complete

How Much Do Drums Cost for a Beginner?

admin — Wed, 27 Jul 2011 22:38:20 +0000

im thinking of buying a drum set, but im a beginner and have never had lessons before so what would be the price for a decent beginner drum set

Beginner Drum Lessons : Drum Head Striking Tips

admin — Wed, 27 Apr 2011 22:38:43 +0000

Good Beginner Drum Set?

admin — Wed, 16 Mar 2011 22:38:02 +0000

im almost 14 and i just started lessons last week at the music and arts store, and my mom was gonna get me this drum set that was on sale or something (i dont know the brand or anything) and i was wondering if there was some other set you would recommend for a beginner, nothing too high or anything yeah thanks.

Ultimate Beginner Have Fun Playing Hand Drums: Djembe, Steps One & Two

admin — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 22:34:57 +0000

DVD
With Brad Dutz
Format DVD

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Ultimate Beginner Have Fun Playing Hand Drums: Djembe, Steps One & Two

Advice for a Beginner Drum Set Player?

admin — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 22:34:47 +0000

Hey there!

I’m 14, and yesterday, during band class, my percussion director (I currently play in the pit) taught a lesson on the drum set. I fell head over heels in love with it, and since then, I’ve gone to Best Buy twice to play on their drums. However, I think both my dad and the management are going to grow tired of my frequent visits.

I don’t think I’m going to get a drum set of my own anytime soon–they’re kind of expensive. I would practice on the drum set in my band room, but my band director, for lack of a better word, is a childish ass, and he would get mad at me if I decided to. My neighbors play drums, but I’m not sure if they’d want me living at their house to play drums all the time. What is an inexpensive alternative?

Also, would I need lessons? My director gave me a book on how to play drum set, and it includes basic set up, posture, notation, as well as about a million different beats to play. It has lessons in it, too, and they build independence and everything. If I have this, would I still need to enlist the aid of a teacher? My classmates might also be able to help me.

Thank you so much! Also, what brand is best?

Where Can I Find Beginner Bass Lessons for Free?

admin — Fri, 14 May 2010 21:13:50 +0000

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…?

admin — Thu, 06 May 2010 21:25:45 +0000

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 Is a Good Brand of Drumsticks for a Beginner?

admin — Sun, 18 Apr 2010 21:16:53 +0000

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.