IMPORTANT TIPS FOR LEARNING DRUMMING AT YOUNG AGE BY SHAYNE DAMRON.

 

Drum lessons can be a lot of fun. However, for some drummers, especially those who are very young or have never played an instrument, it can be difficult to get started. Playing the drums takes practice and dedication before your child can fully reap the benefits. These drumming tips will help you minimize pain while getting maximum results.

1. Set up your practice area.

In general, playing the drums is incompatible with building positive relationships with neighbors. If you don't intend to move right away, you should do everything you can to keep the noise down. There are many cheap and easy solutions. You don't have to start with a complete set of drums.

A complete set of electronic drum kits can cost upwards of $1,000, or you can spend several hundred dollars for a set of practice pads. If you don't have the money for expensive electronic equipment, or your child prefers to play a "real" drum kit, you can always soundproof the area and communicate with your neighbors. If your child exercises comfortably whenever they want, their skills are sure to improve.

2. Create a routine.

The best course of action for your child may be to establish a regular exercise schedule if they lack discipline. Remember that 30 minutes a day will make a bigger difference in your child's development than 3 hours once a week. Also, thirty minutes per hour a day is preferred. But in the end, don't set outrageous goals for yourself. You run the risk of disappointing your child if you overdo it.

Although some teachers prefer their students to practice every day, four or five practices a week are sufficient. This is especially true if your child is involved in other extracurricular activities.

3. Get a lesson plan.

While many lesson plans are available online, your child's teacher is the best source for lesson plans. You know your child's abilities, strengths, and weaknesses. Online lesson plans are often a one-size-fits-all approach, while the ones your child's drum teacher create are customized.

Professional music lessons are the best place for your child to learn to play the drums, whether by enrolling them in group lessons, taking private drum lessons at a nearby music studio, or finding a music and art teacher for your child.

Additionally, many studios include music theory in their lesson plans, which can be helpful if your child decides to try another instrument in the future.

You can find inspiration, ideas, and useful information with drum tips for absolute beginners on YouTube. But at some point, every student comes to a point where they need the help of an experienced teacher. A trained teacher can provide suggestions on tools, developments, and other topics, and help your child spot mistakes and change direction.

4. Use the correct form.

Once you've created a safe environment for your child to practice the drums, you need to help them develop good technique. Learning to sit properly can often be the difference between good drumming and bad drumming. In general, drummers should always sit upright and the drum bench high enough so that their knees form a 90 to 100-degree angle when their feet are on the pedals.

This frees your child's body from unnecessary physical stress while contributing to a better sound. Have your child practice holding the drumsticks after sitting properly.

There are three basic drumstick fingering techniques (combined, traditional, and French), but most drummers stick to one technique. Once your child starts teaching, they should be able to choose an interesting teaching style. 

About Author- Shayne Damron is one of the well-known personalities in the United States. He is the lead drummer in the band called RAK-45 and is also writing original material in the country, rock, and metal genres. 

Talented Shayne Damron has been in the RAK-45 band for the past 10 years and whenever the band performs, no matter if it's in a bar, club, or any event, people love him for the way he energizes the crowd with his extraordinary drumming.