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12 of the Hardest Songs to Play on Drums (With Videos)

12 of the Hardest Songs to Play on Drums (With Videos)

It’s great to listen to drumming in songs that have both a combination of tastefulness as well as great complexity. It’s even better to be able to play them. Learning to play hard songs on the drums will stretch your abilities while having a ton of fun in the process. This article explores some of the songs across ...

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Why is it Drummer and not Drummist?

Why is it Drummer and not Drummist?

The English language is full of exceptions. Why are drummers not called drummists? We explain a few possible reasons in this article. The –er suffix is typical for a person who plays instruments that appeared a long time ago. Such examples are drummer, piper, etc. On the other hand, the –ist suffix is often used ...

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Are Drummers Musicians? The Only Answer You Need

Are Drummers Musicians? The Only Answer You Need

The short answer: Yes! The long answer: keep reading... People have been arguing about this question for decades. Drummers often get jokes directed at them claiming that they are stupid and that their instrument is primitive. Others question whether drummers should actually even be classed as musicians. We'll answer ...

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How to Play Backing Tracks Live (Gear, Tips, Options)

How to Play Backing Tracks Live (Gear, Tips, Options)

Using backing tracks is a modern and very useful way to make your live performances shine. Backing tracks are often used for effects that are pre-recorded, added back vocals, and added layers to emphasize certain parts. In a nutshell, everything to improve the sound of your performance. Want to know how to play ...

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The Differences Between a Drummer and a Percussionist

The Differences Between a Drummer and a Percussionist

A drummer is a type of percussionist, but a percussionist is not always a drummer! It may seem a little bit hard to make a clear difference between drummers and percussionists. Drums are a type of percussion instrument. That means every drummer is a percussionist. However, being a percussionist is actually a much ...

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15 Great Facts About The Timpani

15 Great Facts About The Timpani

They are among the largest, heaviest, and most challenging musical instruments on the planet. They have a place both in classical orchestras and rock'n'roll ensembles. They are versatile and their sound is energetic, echoing almost a thunder. Timpani, or kettledrums, are an essential part of any classical ...

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What Happened To Pete Best, The Original Beatles Drummer?

What Happened To Pete Best, The Original Beatles Drummer?

The Beatle's first drummer was Pete Best. He was an absolute protagonist of The Beatles' residency in Hamburg and extremely popular among the girls, Pete Best was fired from the Beatles days before their big break in 1962. It's important to stress the fact that Pete Best was the band's first drummer before they ...

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Ba Dum Tsh – The Joke Drum Sound

Ba Dum Tsh – The Joke Drum Sound

Ever wonder what the name for that classic joke drum sound is? It's called "The Sting"! It's a drum fill that's commonly used at the end of a bad joke. Here you have it! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ObpcGNCU944 How to Play The Sting If you play drums then you won't need much tuition on how to play it! ...

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How to Read Drum Tabs – Quick Start Guide

How to Read Drum Tabs – Quick Start Guide

Unlike conventional musical notation, drum tabs offer a simplified and accessible method to read rhythmic patterns and drum beats. This article will help demystify drum tabs so you can start reading them right away! How to Read Drum Tabs - At a Glance Organization: Drum tabs are arranged horizontally ...

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A Drummer’s Easy Guide to Sticking (With Videos)

A Drummer’s Easy Guide to Sticking (With Videos)

'Sticking' in drumming is essentially patterns that you play with your right and left hand. Practicing these patterns can improve your speed, creativity, and technical ability on the drums.Many drummers 'stick' in a comfort zone of some very basic patterns. After you see the videos below, you're going to want to ...

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Buddy Rich – The Best Drummer Ever?

Buddy Rich – The Best Drummer Ever?

While we can't single out anyone as the definitive best drummer in history, Buddy Rich would certainly make the shortlist. He was also voted the "most influential drummer ever".He was one of the most successful drummers of the 20th century. Is it right to consider him "the greatest drummer ever to have drawn breath" ...

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