HEY MAN! Ep.8: How To Spot A Non-Professional Drummer

Examine Your Drumming: Warm-Ups, Timing, Dynamics, and Emotional Expression

In this episode, I'll show you a couple of simple but purposeful hand warmups, utilizing groups of 2's, 3's, & 4's, aimed at promoting mental and physical engagement.

Today's covers the differences I see between beginning / intermediate drummers (non-professional) and advanced / masterful (professional) drummers. I know that word "professional" is a term loaded with all sorts of baggage. But let's unpack it together and see where it takes us.

We'll look at thinks like avoiding excessive tension while holding sticks and rushing beats, offering strategies for relaxation, consistent timing, and overall sound quality improvement.

Key aspects of rhythm and dynamics are explored, emphasizing the importance of maintaining tempo, dynamic control, and accommodating various performance environments.

The episode also addresses the pitfalls of overplaying and increasing note density out of boredom. We'll talk about the misconception that intensity means volume.

Finally, I will talk about the critical role of emotional depth in drumming, encouraging drummers (and all musicians) to fully harness feelings such as anger, happiness, and disappointment for a more compelling and expressive performance. Continuous learning and emotional engagement are vital, even for seasoned musicians.

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VIDEO CHAPTERS:

00:00 Introduction and Warm-Up Routine
01:21 Advanced Warm-Up Variations
04:46 Intermediate vs. Professional Drummers
05:31 Common Mistakes: Tension and Timing
12:28 Volume Control and Dynamics
15:44 Dynamic Contrast in Drumming
16:37 The Problem with Too Many Notes
18:43 Maintaining Consistency in Your Playing
21:04 Inconsistent Note Placement
22:12 Inner Intensity vs. Volume
26:50 Emotional Connection to Music
28:44 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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