A mini rant about art being subjective.

https://drumlessonsinla.com/blog/the-drum-set-shrink-podcast

We're discussing the importance of warming up before you play or practice.

https://drumlessonsinla.com/blog/the-drum-set-shrink-podcast

Today we demonstrate the difference between a 12" X 8" and 12" X 12" tom. I recommend you use headphones to hear the subtle differences of each shell type. 

Here is a link to a video of the demonstration, so you can see the drums being used.

Can you hear the difference between a maple drum and a birch drum? Today we demonstrate the difference between birch, maple, mahogany, poplar, and walnut woods on the same-sized toms. The size, drumheads, and tuning are the same on each drum. I recommend you use headphones to hear the subtle differences of each shell type. 

Here is a link to a video of the demonstration, so you can see the drums being used.

https://drumlessonsinla.com/blog/drum-wood-shootout

Learning to play a musical instrument should be a fun and exciting time for your child. You can encourage them with these tips.

https://drumlessonsinla.com/blog/7-practice-tips-for-parents

A continuation of last week's episode discussing reasons to have and use different stick sizes.

What to put in your stick bag to get through the gig.

https://drumlessonsinla.com/blog/the-drum-set-shrink-podcast

Today's listener question is, Can you talk about playing ahead and behind the beat?

Today, I discuss a listener question about how to handle other musicians telling you what to play.