Drums & Percussion

You will find a wide range of hints and tips which are based on more than 20 years of playing experience in different styles and at different levels. We aim to offer you advice which will enable you to avoid some of the pitfalls, be more creative and get the BEST from your drums and percussion. We also hope that you understand the importance of your interaction with the other musicians in the band. See our latest page on How to Choose the Right cajon for You.

The following pages will help you with all aspects of of percussion, from selecting, setting-up and tuning to repairing and restoring. You will discover how to warm-up before the gig and warm-down after the gig to avoid those 'morning after' aches and pains. You will also learn ways to increase your creativity as a musician and how to become sought after for your talent, ability and character.

Select the appropriate heading from the following list to access the information you require. You will be taken to a page with further links to the specific information you need.

Drums

• Kit Set-Up & Posture: Maximum impact; minimum effort
• Tuning: Give the drums chance to sound their best
• Warm-Up & Stamina: Finish as you started
• Something a Little Bit Different
• Working with Clicks: Are we slaves or masters?

Percussion

• Kit Set-Up & Posture: Maximum impact; minimum effort
• Tuning: Make an impact & be heard
• Warm-Up & Stamina: The night is long
• Something a Little Bit Different
• Working with Clicks: Are we slaves or masters?

How to Choose Your Equipment

• Choosing New Equipment: Selecting the best new equipment for your needs
• Choosing Used Equipment: How to choose the best used gear & avoid heartache
• Choosing the Right Cajon for YOU

Items of General Interest

• Equipment Care: How to extend the working life of your equipment
• Principles of Playing: Doing what is needed
• Lapping Real Skin Drum Heads: How to lap/tuck skin drum heads

If you cannot find the answers you need in the pages above then please try the Links page, or Contact Us directly with your questions and we will help wherever possible.

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