Let’s Get Technical!

Smokin’ Chops. Many of us want them but few are fortunate enough to have them. On the other hand, there are those who think you don’t need much technique to play the drumset or that it just gets in the way. For this session of Drum Masters we asked some of today’s most respected drummers why they think working on hand and foot technique is important. According to them, it’s essential to becoming a better player and well worth the effort. Here’s a sampling of what they said.

Steve Smith: Tour Diary

A daily diary and photo gallery of Steve Smith’s clinic tour of Europe, October 2009. Includes daily reports from Steve, as well as a photo gallery! Check it out!

Russ Miller: Rhythmic Conversation

Check out a free play along mp3 and chart from Russ Miller’s Rhythmic Conversations – featuring Steve Smith and Pete Lockett. Also features a free video with performances and interviews!

Steve Smith at the Drum Pad!

Steve Smith and Vital Information – clinic and concert – sponsored by The Drum Pad! Monday, July 13th 7pm…

Teacher Guide:Drumset Technique & History of the US Beat

Part of a series of guides designed to help teachers integrate and utilize DVDs and new books with their students, these teacher guides are carefully constructed to give tips on using the source material, as well as supplemental books that will help to make a more complete educational package. Available in printable PDF format.