Last month we looked at some basic physical and mechanical (ergonomic) principles in relation to the ‘single-motion’ or ‘straight’ bounce technique. We discussed how the wrists and fingers can move … Read More
Drum Technique & Ergonomics Part 8 – Hand Techniques
In recent months, we’ve looked at ergonomic factors relating to technical execution on the drum set. We have established that an understanding of natural laws, both physical and mechanical, 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
Drum Technique & Ergonomics Part 6 – The Physics of Drumming
In recent articles, we’ve been looking at various physical and mechanical (ergonomic) issues surrounding the drummers’ stick grip. As a result of this, hopefully you’re all now the proud owners … Read More
Drum Technique & Ergonomics Part 5 – Get A Grip
Get a grip, but make sure it’s a grip with which you feel comfortable So far in this series, we’ve discussed a number of physical and mechanical (ergonomic) principles surrounding … Read More
Drum Technique & Ergonomics Part 4 – Movement and Direction of the Sticks
Last time, we looked at some general terminologies and physical principles surrounding the drummers’ stick grip. We saw that there are two main categories of grip – matched and traditional … Read More
How To… Improve Your Posture & Technique – The Mechanics of Foot and Leg Strokes
Last time we looked at a number of physical and mechanical (ergonomic) factors affecting bass drum technique. We discussed the importance of understanding mechanical principles such as dynamic levels, anticipation, velocity … 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
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