As drummers, our ultimate goal is to effortlessly articulate our musical ideas on the drum set. To help achieve this, I am excited to introduce a new series of articles designed to present concepts and exercises aimed at enhancing your drumming vocabulary. These ideas will prove useful across various music genres, breaking traditional boundaries and encouraging exploration and discovery while still offering structure. First, let’s start with hand and foot combinations. Growing up, I drew so much inspiration from drummers who seamlessly incorporated hand and foot combinations into their playing. Among these influential figures, Steve Smith, Simon Phillips, and Terry Bozzio had the most profound impact on my development as a drummer. Their ability to blend hand and foot techniques created a balanced and dynamic sound that I aspired to emulate. Incorporating the following exercises into your practice routine will greatly aid in the development and execution of your musical […]

September 2024 Issue