Playing drums again in Church

[drummerboy60]

Hi drummers, I went back to Church today after being out awhile. It was great to get back to playing drums with other musicians in the choir. Everyone was glad to see me back. But what i learned from this was as a drummer you have to be able to play different styles of music not just one style. With my drumming i am able to play slow or fast tempos and know what style to use such as: waltz,swing or jazz, and slow rock. I feel it is important for a drummer to know how to play different styles of music not just one style.
For example: I have a friend at work who plays the guitar and only plays heavy metal like meytal cohen and wants me to learn to play heavy metal so we can jam. I feel i can learn it but at 52 yrs. old well i just can't see it lol.
I would like anyones feedback on this subject. Thank you.

Keep drumming

Gregg

[drumstix]

I wholeheartedly agree. Versatility is key.

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We have a 'Church Drummers Thread' just for these discussions, Right here in General Drum Chat

[wr_stix]

I like some of her (Meytal) drum covers. Being flexible is good but play what you like.

[Digital]

I agree. It's fine to be flexible, but if you're playing jazz (as an example) just for the sake of flexibility and you don't actually care for it...why bother? Play what makes you happy.