I’ve been posting my ‘personal drum philosophy’ since March of 2012. At the time, I was convinced that I wouldn't have enough material for more than a couple of years. Here we are, 13 years later, and I’m posting article number 250!
Read moreLosing My Dream ... or When one door closes
It took a long time for my ears to settle down and to find ways of coping with a pretty debilitating condition (tinnitus, hyperacusis, recruitment). Today I can do a bit of playing and that has enabled me to teach again, and that’s where I think I’m really meant to be.
Read moreA Brief, Mostly Factual History Of The Bass Drum
The trend toward smaller bass drums was driven as much by portability as sound. Elvin Jones settled on an 18" bass drum because it fit into a cab nicely (so I’ve heard).
Read moreFunctional Guide to the Drum Set
Yes, we've preserved the traditional functions, but nowadays we prefer to do more with our instruments.
Read more“Free” is Good, Right?
just how do you decide whether you are going to do a job when there's no money to be had. In short, WIIFMAMB (What's is in it for me and my band)
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