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How to Play Drums: The Complete Guide for Beginners
Drums, TakeLessons Teachers

How to Play Drums: The Complete Guide for Beginners

Do you want to learn how to play drums but aren't quite sure where to begin? On top of wondering, “How…
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February 28, 2020 / 13 Comments
How to Play Snare Drum for Beginners
Drums, TakeLessons Teachers

How to Play Snare Drum for Beginners

Want to boost your snare drum technique? Whether you want to improve your sound on your kit or play snare…
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February 27, 2020 / 1 Comment
Drums Around the World | The Ultimate Guide to Different Types of Drums
Drums, TakeLessons Teachers

Drums Around the World | The Ultimate Guide to Different Types of Drums

If you're interested in learning drums, you've probably learned a little bit about the drums that make up a drum…
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November 1, 2018 / 6 Comments
4 Easy Drum Songs for Beginners
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4 Easy Drum Songs for Beginners

It's well-known that learning a musical instrument can enhance creativity, coordination, and overall happiness. The drums are a popular choice…
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September 7, 2018 / 0 Comments
Everything You Need to Know About Open Handed Drumming
Drums, TakeLessons Teachers

Everything You Need to Know About Open Handed Drumming

It’s known by a few names: “Open handed drumming,” playing with a “left hand lead,” playing “uncrossed,” or simply “open.”…
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December 8, 2017 / 0 Comments
How to Practice the Drums Quietly
Drums

How to Practice the Drums Quietly

Although drums are usually not loud enough for someone who loves percussion, they can sometimes disturb your neighbors and household…
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March 4, 2016 / 2 Comments
Drummers Stick Together: Have Fun While You Play – With Henri Benard
Drums, Just For Fun

Drummers Stick Together: Have Fun While You Play – With Henri Benard

Every drummer starts out as a beginner. The ones you read about and see on stage stick with drumming and…
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December 30, 2015 / 0 Comments
11 Ways to Practice Drums Without a Drum Set
Drums, The TakeLessons Team

11 Ways to Practice Drums Without a Drum Set

If you just started taking drum lessons, you may not be ready to invest in a full drum set. Luckily,…
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December 29, 2015 / 0 Comments
3 Simple Steps to Build the Perfect Drum Practice Routine
Drums, TakeLessons Teachers

3 Simple Steps to Build the Perfect Drum Practice Routine

You have to practice drums if you want to improve, but how can you make your practice time more productive?…
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December 23, 2015 / 0 Comments
Boost Your Bass Drum Technique | A Guide for Beginners
Drums, TakeLessons Teachers

Boost Your Bass Drum Technique | A Guide for Beginners

  If you want to be a solid all-around drummer, you have to work on the individual drumming components. This…
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December 22, 2015 / 1 Comment

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