ISO quick STARTING pointers on Learning to play DRUMS?

Question

I just but me some practice pads to start up on playing Drums; and i need your help if you can spare the time on quick pointers on starting and building up to the main course (DRUMS) If you can help me with (runs) (beats) how to anything to learn my way up to playing the DRUMS; would truly be apreciated.

Answer 1

Glad I got to this topic first.

There are three things every drummer needs to be a great one. They are as follows:

1. Technique: This is the most IMPORTANT THING YOU COULD EVER LEARN!!! The technique a drummer employs influences the way he plays, sounds, and what he can do. There are several styles, too many to mention, but it's important that you RESEARCH THE STYLES. There are tons of good books, DVDs, and many willing teachers who can show techniques you can use to strengthen your skills. Just go find a few at your local music store or here on the internet.

2. Equipment: drumsticks are your most important asset. Drum sets are important too, but the sticks make all the difference. Do you want beefy sticks with a loud sound, or small, thin sticks that let you get in a lot with little resistance? This is a choice you need to make. A key point here: if you're a rock drummer or a drummer who employs that kind of style, you might want to go with a larger, thicker stick for loud, solid sound. If you are a jazz player or something close to that style, you should go with a smaller stick that will allow you to move quicker and give you more ability to shade your playing. Just some quick tips for you there.

3. Patience: Still important. Good drumming takes time. You could be great, or you could be trying to play out of your league. Just relax, and start with the basics, including many different styles other than the ones you want to play. Any good teacher will tell you this, but I'm just reiterating it.

Another point, good drummers have muscle memory. Very quickly, muscle memory is the ability of your muscles to memorize certain tasks that you do without conscious though. For example, a weightlifter becomes good at an exercise because his muscles memorize the exercises. In the same token, when you practice, you should focus on exercises that influence your muscle's memory. Good exercises include single hand exercises, drum and hand unison exercises, drum to drum exercises, etc. Any good teacher of manual will help you with this.

I hope you can take all of this is in and allow it to help. One last word, if you can get a private tutor, get one. There is no better help than someone who can show you how to play physically while he or she is there. Good luck in your endeavors!

Answer 2

Go for it. It's going to take a lot of practice if you want to do anything complex with a lot of double-kick, but it's certainly doable. Learning drums will make you a better guitar player too.