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Peter Gabriel's "i/o" Tour: A Night of Iconic Music and Timeless Performances

A few words that come to mind when you think of Peter Gabriel are icon, legend, visionary, genius, and pioneer. Last Saturday night, on October 14th, Gabriel's "i/o" tour made a stop at the Acrisure Arena in Palm Desert, CA.…

Modern Drummer
Oct 20, 2023

This Week in Drumming: September 8th

by Paolo Ragusa It's been another big week behind the kit for Modern Drummer and the drum community. Here's what to know for this week in drumming. Celebrating Modern Drummer's 2023 Readers Poll Alongside Modern Drummer's September 2023 issue, the results of our…

Modern Drummer
Sep 8, 2023

Marc Dicciani and Tom Aungst Honored with Yamaha’s Legacy in Education Award at PASIC 2019

From left to right: Greg Crane, Yamaha; Marc Dicciani, award recipient; Paul Winterhalter, Yamaha (accepting the award on Tom Aungst’s behalf); John Wittmann, Yamaha. Yamaha bestowed the company’s Legacy in Education Award to Marc Dicciani and Tom Aungst at the…

Modern Drummer
Dec 4, 2019

Episode 64: Odd-Time Songs, Dynamics, Yamaha Recording Custom, and More

Episode 64: Odd-Time Songs, Dynamics, Yamaha Recording Custom, and More In this episode, Mike and Mike share two of their favorite odd-time songs, and then they discuss the importance of dynamics in drumming. The featured artist is Halsey/Ryan Adams’ Nate…

Modern Drummer
Oct 21, 2016

Enter To Win This Incredible Prize From Bucks County Drum Company and Zildjian Cymbals!

Contest valued at over $3,600! This incredible prize includes a three-piece Bucks County Drum Company Semi-Solid bop kit with a satin wenge veneer finish, Gretsch-style lugs, and black-nickel hardware. The 8x12 rack tom features five maple plies fused to a…

Modern Drummer
Mar 14, 2016
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Enter to Win One of Two Incredible Prizes From Paiste and Yamaha!

Paiste and Yamaha have teamed up to help kick off Modern Drummer’s fortieth year with this incredible contest valued at over $5,000! Yamaha five-piece Stage Custom Birch acoustic drumset with Yamaha 700 Series hardware First Prize: The Yamaha DTX502 Hybrid…

Modern Drummer
Dec 9, 2015

News: Yamaha and the Percussive Arts Society Award Scholarships to Two Young Music Educators

Yamaha and the Percussive Arts Society (PAS) recently awarded scholarships to Emily Sgouros and Jade Hails. The two percussionists were recognized for their facility on their instruments and steadfast commitment to music education. Jade Hails Sgouros is the recipient of…

Modern Drummer
Nov 4, 2015

Yamaha Drums at NAMM 2015 (VIDEO)

In this video from NAMM 2015, Yamaha Drums’ Jim Haler explains how the company’s new apps will further its hybrid kit concept, which combines electronics and acoustic drums. Yamaha has developed iPhone and iPad apps to control the electronic modules…

Modern Drummer
Feb 3, 2015

Yamaha Offers Live-Sound Solutions for Electronic Drummers

Drummers face many challenges when it comes to amplifying electronic drums, and in the case of hybrid kits it’s important to have the electronic components match the audio quality and volume of the acoustic drums to create a cohesive, integrated…

Modern Drummer
Jul 28, 2014

New YamahaDTX.com Website Designed to Educate and Enhance the Playing Experience of Electronic Drummers

Yamaha announced the launch of www.yamahadtx.com, a new website devoted to the company’s DTX electronic drum lineup. Featuring bold graphics and refreshed, updated content, the site addresses the growing market for electronic drums and highlights the latest DTX product information…

Modern Drummer
Jul 24, 2014

New YamahaDTX.com Website Helps Electronic Drummers Enhance Their Knowledge and Playing Experience

Yamaha recently announced the launch of www.yamahadtx.com, a new website devoted to the company’s DTX electronic drum lineup. Featuring bold graphics and refreshed, updated content, the new site addresses the growing market for electronic drums and highlights the latest DTX product…

Modern Drummer
Jun 13, 2014

Yamaha Establishes Two Music Education Scholarships to Celebrate 30 Years with the Madison Scouts

Yamaha Corporation of America recently announced the establishment of two new scholarships to honor the 30-year relationship between the company and the Madison Scouts Drum and Bugle Corps. Beginning this season, Yamaha will award one $500 scholarship to a corps…

Modern Drummer
Apr 21, 2014
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VIDEO! In the Pocket: Dubstep Drumming, Part 1: The Basics (From the May 2014 Issue)

http://www.youtube.com/embed/gWnGHbR5I9Q by Donny Gruendler Dubstep is a genre of electronic dance music known for its head-nodding beats, dark atmosphere, and ear-shaking bass. It draws on many other genres, including Jamaican dub, hip-hop, jungle, drum ’n’ bass, and 2-step, while fusing…

Modern Drummer
Mar 26, 2014

VIDEO - Yamaha Drums and Percussion NAMM Show 2014 New Gear Coverage

  In this video Jim Haler and Troy Wollwage give a tour of the latest drumsets, marching drums, and percussion instruments from Yamaha at The NAMM Show 2014. Yamaha Drums is a subsidiary of the Yamaha Corporation founded in 1967.…

Modern Drummer
Jan 29, 2014
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