Talk to any professional drummer who travels on a regular basis, and he or she will testify to the benefits of staying healthy on the road. Many touring musicians understand the value of getting enough sleep, drinking a lot of water, and trying to maintain a healthy diet, and they likely know the importance of properly warming up before a show. My friend Rich Redmond, Jason Aldean’s drummer, was telling me that he likes to warm up on a practice pad for an hour before each concert. You can tell it pays off, as Rich hits the stage ready to give 110 percent every night. In addition to warming up on a pad, many drummers also perform various stretches to loosen their arms and wrists. Both of those activities are very important in preparing to perform at your full potential night after night, but far too often the rest of […]

March 2013 Issue