Tips for Finding Your Own Reference Points That seat we sit on is affectionately called a throne. This signifies to me that we are kings—or queens—of our domain. As such, we are in a position of power and honor. This means that we should never take for granted the responsibility that we have to create a reliable foundation for our band and the audience. Every decision we make, every tempo we choose, and every note we play matters. Personally, I’m honored to pay attention to the little details—every ghost note, every nuance of every fill, every bass drum beat in every bar, and every exact tempo. Each song has a limited variation of tempo that will maintain the integrity of the groove. For that reason, I have my tempos memorized, which has proven to be a very useful talent for playing live and in the studio. Memorizing tempos helps you […]

January 2012 Issue