Get a grip: How to hold drum sticks
Posted on Nov 5, 2011 in Guides and Resources
In this article we will be taking a little look at the secret art of holding a drum stick! Don’t forget that drum sticks are not the only type of drum-hitting impliment you can use. Brushes, rutes and rods can be used instead of sticks. Drums are full of tones and textures all itching to be explored. For now, the drum stick shall be our weapon of choice… Confused about grip? I’m...
Read MoreThe performing drummer’s guide
Posted on Sep 20, 2011 in Guides and Resources
Hello drum community! For the past 6 months months I have been very busy. I’ve been doing lots of things with my band – releasing our debut album, recording, touring, and playing live radio sessions. I wanted to share some of those experiences. In this special edition of our blog, Elephant Drums teacher Dan Peranic gives an insight into life as a gigging drummer. He gives us some handy...
Read MoreGreat songs to play drums to
Posted on Jun 16, 2011 in Guides and Resources
We’ve been asking our students and our ‘likers’ on our Facebook page to name their favourite tracks to play along to. Below are the results. This list is growing so we will add new suggestions over time – feel free to contribute to the list by adding your favourite drumming songs by leaving a comment at the bottom of the page. Playing along to songs is a great way to...
Read More“The Plan” – drumming practise regime
Posted on Apr 25, 2011 in Guides and Resources
Want to improve your drumming skills faster? Have a go applying the following system: THE PLAN Let’s start by sketching out an effective Practise Plan/Routine. This is of utmost importance for some serious improvement! Grab a pen and some paper or Smartphone/Laptop. This is where you’ll be monitoring your work and progress. PHASE ONE – Practice Pad Chose 5 aspects of your hand or...
Read MoreEnemy Number 2: Fear
Posted on Feb 18, 2011 in Guides and Resources
Picture this: You are in your practise room. Everything sounds immaculate. Hands and feet are comfortable, you feel you can play anything you want. You are on fire! Just then your mate comes in and says he wants to film you and suddenly everything comes down like a deck of cards. Hands are not flying effortlessly, you start feeling stressed and your playing goes well under the level you...
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