One of the most exhilarating and challenging parts of being a drummer is creating an epic drum solo. This article is going to give you 3...

Have you ever been lost in a song? Do you wish you understood the structure of the tune you're playing? Do you want your drumming to be...

Are you having trouble setting up your drums? Does it seem like something is off when you play the drum set? Do you want to play more...

What makes electronic drums so great? What makes them suck? This article will explore the good, bad, and ugly of electronic drums based...

If you want to get better at playing open drum rolls, take my 10 minute-a-day drum roll challenge for 30 days (this is free, just do it)....

Every drummer I have ever known loves to play funk! For many drummers, funk grooves are the first beats that they learn. These funky...

Here are five of my favorite epic drum quotes, which I believe can inspire drummers of all skill levels to get better. Of course, these...

I have tons of students ask me about buying used drums, which includes beginners to advanced players. Why? Well, drums are expensive and...

Do you get tired of playing the same old drum grooves? Do your drum fills all sound the same? Do you wish there was a way to make your...

To become a great drummer requires specific goals that will maximize your playing. Most importantly, these goals need to target specific...

There is nothing more exciting to get under the Christmas tree than a new drum set! Getting new drums is exhilarating and after getting...

Staying focused when practicing the drums it not easy, but it is essential if you want to get better. Like working out, a great drumming...

One of the challenges many drummers face is getting the right feel when playing a shuffle. One of the reasons this can be difficult is...

So, are the drums easy to learn? Well, the short answer to this question is both yes and no. Initially, drums are easy to learn; however,...

I’ll never forget the first time I played paradiddles (as sixteenth notes) with the quarter note at 250 bpm (beats per minute). Honestly,...

As a drummer, the tune Little Drummer Boy has special meaning to me. When I was a young drummer, I immediately connected with the rhythm...

Based on my experience as an urban percussionist, I want to share a little about how the lessons of street drumming can strengthen and...

Music is an excellent way to look at and discuss social justice in our society with your kids. In fact, during just about every movement...

Want some fresh dance and learning tunes for your little ones? Then you’ll love rockin' out with Mr. Elephant’s Songs for the Young,...

As a result of social distancing, live music events around the globe have been cancelled. My initial thoughts went out to the musicians –...