Concepts

Modern Drummer is the world’s most widely read drum magazine, is dedicated entirely to the art of drumming and caters to the needs of amateur, semi-pro, and professional drummers.

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On Preparation

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by Andrew Marshall
Dec 27, 2019

Son Of The One-Handed Roll

What has happened is that semantics have created a communication problem. What these teachers refer to as a

by Roy Burns
May 14, 2019

Professionalism

Being a truly professional drummer involves more than just making all or part of your living playing the drums. It is an attitude that is developed through experience and self-discipline.

by Roy Burns
Apr 4, 2019

Drumming And The Practice Pad

Some drummers hate practice pads; others are never without them. Some teachers recommend practice pads; others say that you should practice on the drums.

by Roy Burns
Mar 26, 2019

Teaching By Intimidation

Imagine how you would feel if, on your first drum lesson with a new teacher, the teacher said,

by Roy Burns
Mar 20, 2019
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More Questions And Some Answers

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by Roy Burns
Feb 5, 2019

Perseverance

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by Roy Burns
Jan 25, 2019

Getting Unstuck

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by Roy Burns
Dec 12, 2018

Drummers And Drum Shops

The drum shop is a special place.

by Roy Burns
Nov 8, 2018

Breathing And Energy

Energy is, and always has been, very important to drummers.

by Roy Burns
Nov 5, 2018

Tempo Problems

A good friend of mine recently went through a tempo crisis.

by Roy Burns
Nov 1, 2018

Drumming And Burnout

A number of years ago, I had a student who was determined to become the world's greatest drummer.

by Roy Burns
Oct 26, 2018
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Careers In Drumming

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by Roy Burns
Oct 22, 2018

Drumming And Experience

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by Roy Burns
Oct 16, 2018
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