The Rudiments

The rudiments are the ABCs of drumming. Practicing them consistently can do wonders for your control and coordination. Applying them to the drum set can really open up creativity in your playing.

Helicopter Sweeps

This exercise is a sweep around the drum set designed so that the right-hand moves counter clockwise while the left-hand moves clockwise. You can also use it creatively for solo and fill ideas.

Buying Your First Drum Set

If you are planning to buy your first drum set either for yourself or for your child, here are the basics of what you need to know to make an informed buying decision.