Drumming: The Science of Motion Applied to Rhythmical Patterns

The Drummers Focus and Goals

 

Understanding and Applying the “Rudiments of Drumming” to the Infinite Genre’s of Music from Around the World.

Once the Tempo is Established, the Drummer Sets and Maintains a Groove, LockIng in the Established Tempo to the Style of the “Music in the Moment”.

 

A Must have Book, “GROOVE ESSENTIALS” by Tommy Igoe, covers the Groove Applications a Drummer Needs, to be Proficient in their Musical Journey.

 

 “Important To Understand” 

The Drummer’s “SPIRITUAL CONNECTION” to the Artist, OR, To the Composer’s Spirit of their Compositions , Establishes a Unified Rhythmical Foundation and Guideline, for the Accompanying Musicians to be Unified as an Ensemble.

 “How This Is Accomplished”

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The Most Important Decision an Aspiring Drum Enthusiast can make, is to Follow a Proven Method of Study with a knowledgeable Percussion Instructor. This enables the Player to feel confident, while at the same time, seeing their progress developing on a regular basis.

 

Understanding The Commitment

Whether the Desire is Classical, Jazz, Rock, Latin, or Versatility in All Genres of Percussion, a Commitment and Understanding of the Journey is a “Must”.

 

An Excellent Biographical Journey in becoming a Professional Percussionist, “STICKING IT OUT”, by Patti Niemi, Principal Percussionist of the San Francisco Opera Orchestra, “Illustrates So Beautifully”, the Emotional Day to Day Challenges she Confronted and Dealt With, while Staying Committed to Achieve the Prestigious Position she currently holds.

Ms. Niemi Dispelled and Shattered the “Age Old Myth”, a Career in Percussion was for Males Only, and Not an Instrument to be Pursued by Females. 

There are numerous Notable Female Drummers and Percussionists who have also shattered this “Age Old Myth” Notably Viola Davis, an active player well into her 90’s, and lived to the age of 107. 

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