by SWARM Sounds
Some individuals choose the drums because of the power and intensity they bring to a song. The drums make the music livelier and more dynamic. With the drums, music comes to life. Hardcore rock music can inspire headbanging and foot-stomping. Every beat of the drums can shake the world in rhythmic staccato, resonating with the hearts of the audience.
However, creating music with drumsticks and drums is a significant challenge. It doesn’t happen with a snap of the fingers to have your arms and feet move in sync with the beat of the drums. Playing the drums requires time, effort, and passion.
Of course, there is a need to understand the musical instrument itself. Not every drum is designed for the same type of music. The tone of the drums depends on the composition of the equipment. It is important to understand the drum’s shell, drumhead, and drumhead tension. For example, a rock drummer may consider larger shells, while a jazz drummer may opt for smaller ones.
Rock music demands loud and low-pitched tones. Jazz music requires soft and crisp tones. Understanding these details is crucial in determining the type of music one wants to play.
It is also important to consider how you will learn to play the drums. Trainings, tutorials, and guides are readily available in modern times. Everyone is offering something. You can find lessons almost anywhere today. However, you don’t want to invest in a worthless endeavor, do you? You can choose from private drum lessons, online classes, or an effective DVD course. Let’s consider the following points between the three options:
• Affordability
Private lessons can cost between $500 and $1500 per year, with 30-minute to 1-hour lessons each week covering a limited scope of what you need to learn. This does not include transportation and other minor expenses on the part of the student.
Online lessons may require a good internet connection for streaming feeds, which can incur monthly subscriptions.
An effective DVD course on learning how to play drums is available at affordable rates today. You can learn at your own pace and convenience without additional charges.
• Quality
Finding good teachers for private lessons can be challenging. The good ones are probably busy playing with their bands or have created their own DVD instructional guides on how to play the drums.
Online guides often have poor video quality. Learning online can be a waste of time if you don’t have a good internet connection. You may experience buffering and interruptions. Besides, how much can you truly gain in such a limited time? If you opt for free online guides, they may be disorganized, unsystematic, and inconsistent. After all, these free guides do not belong to the category of good things in life that are free.
An effective DVD course can provide quality based on artistry. Some DVD guides have different camera angles for better visual understanding of how to play drums. They cover complex footwork, drum fills, and other relevant details that would be truly helpful for the student.
• Convenience
For private lessons, you need to go to a music studio or a music school. You are not in control of the pace of your learning.
For online classes, you need to download different sets of videos. You need to consider compatibility issues with your computer. You have to coordinate learning from a computer while playing your drums. You may have to deal with the inconvenience of poor connections at times.
With an effective DVD course, you can set your pace based on your progress in learning to play the drums. You can set up your DVD and learn to play the instrument at your own convenience.Learning to play the drums may not be an easy task, but it is usually worth it when you immerse yourself in every beat of the drumsticks and discover music that rocks.
Manuel Marino is a seasoned Senior Producer, Music Composer, and Artist with over a decade of experience. He specializes in branded entertainment across various mediums, including video games, films, and advertising campaigns. With 20+ years as a game music composer, Manuel has worked on numerous platforms, creating diverse orchestral soundtracks. HIRE ME