Keep Husht! – How To Make Your Acoustic Drum Kit Quieter
As we are edging closer to Christmas, some of you guys may be debating on whether to get a new drum kit. You may have concerns about how loud you…
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12/11/2021
Rockschool RSL Awards Exam Deadline 31.10.21|Enter Your Exam Online Today
Are you ready to Rock?Rockschool's next Face-to-Face Music Exam term starts from 12th November - 22nd December 2021. The Exam entry deadline is on 31st October and we don't want you…
22/10/2021
Why A Practice Routine Is So Important….Even Without A Drum Kit!
I have been playing Drums now for nearly 17 years, and over that time i have found many creative ways to practice without necessarily needing a Drum Kit, and i…
30/09/2021
The 4 Rudiment Families: Explained
What are Rudiments? Drum rudiments are the key that unlock every possibility around the drum set, but to put it simply its a pattern that is played with the drum…
08/09/2021
7 Ways To Handle Music Performance Anxiety (Stage Fright)
What is Performance Anxiety? Performance anxiety also known as "Stage Fright", is a state of anxiety of fear whilst talking or performing in front of an audience, whether it be…
27/08/2021
Mental Health Awareness Week: Music and Nature
"How happy I am to be able to walk among the shrubs, the trees, the woods, the grass, and the rocks! For the woods, the trees and the rocks give…
14/05/2021
Drum Grades 1-8 – Is It Worthwhile Doing Them?
"Do I have to sit exams when I learn Drums?""What's the point in grades?""Is it something I need to do, when i'm just learning for fun?" One of the most…
17/02/2021
Nylon or Wooden Tip? What is best to use?
Drumstars is here to help you choose the right tip for you. "Would you like Maple, Hickory or Oak drum stick or even a Brass, Aluminium or Steel snare drum?"There…
07/01/2021
Matched Grip or Traditional Grip How-to: Hold your drumsticks correctly
"Am I holding the drumsticks correctly?"... "Should I use matched or traditional grip?"... "How do I play French, American or German Grip?" Wow! No wonder it's so confusing for a beginner…
06/01/2021
4 Easy Ways To Practice Drums Without a Drum Set
Learning to play the drums, but have no drums? No Problem! We totally get it! It can sometimes be difficult for us drummers to get the opportunity to practice on a…
03/11/2020
How long does it take to learn the drums?
Many drum students ask us how long it will take them to be proficient on the drum set when starting out. After a little digging, We usually discover that there…
08/08/2020