Last month we looked at somebasic laws of physics in relation to the mechanical movement of the sticks and pedals. We established that an awareness of such scientific principles can … Read More
How To… Improve Your Posture & Technique – Bass Drum Technique
Last month, we looked at some of the physical motions used in foot techniques on the drumset. We also established that the position of the foot, on the respective pedals, … Read More
How To… Improve Your Posture & Technique – Lower Body & Foot Techniques
Over the past few months, we’ve been looking at the physical benefits of Alexander technique for drummers. This month, just when you thought it was safe to go back behind … Read More
How To… Alexander Technique for Drummers – Part 2
Last post, we discovered that changing your thinking will change your body. By thinking about how we carry out any activity, including playing the drums, we can reduce unnecessary tension … Read More
How To… Alexander Technique for Drummers – Part 1
The Alexander Technique Devised by Frederick Matthias Alexander, an Australian actor who suffered from voice and breathing problems, the Alexander Technique operates on the principle of re-educating the body to achieve postural … Read More
Technically speaking
“Drum Technique? Technically Speaking, I Just Hit ‘Em…” By way of definition, technique is “a means or method of achieving a task”– also commonly referred to as “a means to … Read More
What do drummers do?
WHAT DO DRUMMERS DO? Have you ever wondered exactly what drummers do? To the general observer, drummers sit down on the job, hit things, stamp on things, pull funny … Read More