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learning drums

  • 06-02-2018 11:01PM
    #1
    by8auj6csd3ioq
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    Is it possible for someone who cannot sing or know about music to learn drums. When i say not know about music they do not know or understand about notes or keys or if someone in a group is out of tune or singing too high or low for the rest . Tone deaf i think it is called

    Also what is the difference between a foundation drummer and a jockey drummer. Albert Goldman's bio of John Lennon says "Pete Best was a Jockey drummer Ringo Starr was a foundation drummer"


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  • #2
    eskerman
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    My son plays drums - he is 19 and he does some teaching as well. Anybody can learn to play drums without understanding the principles of music - but drummers do have to learn the basics of music as they progress - and drummers should learn how to read music (drum music).

    Drummers like other musicians learn from grades = grade 1 to grade 8 and then some move on to advanced levels. Starting at a young age is best - check out Trinity Rock and Pop grades for Drummers and also check youtube.

    Drums are a challenge to learn and make sure you have a well sound proofed room for practice :)

    Hope this helps


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