Re: What should I be practicing?
Look for videos and online lessons (Drum Chat has good ones) that emphasize good technique and teach the rudiments. It's never too late to start at square one and get the basics down tight. Even seasoned drummers (pros and ones that have been playing years) always practice rudiments and basics.
Think of it as a building process. The basics (rudiments and technique) are the footings. You have to have good strong, solid footings to build on. From there you establish your foundation (building accuracy and speed on that footing). Then you do your framing, using the footing and foundation to support that (framing would be the basic beats that use the technique and rudiments).
There are some good members on here that also teach privately that will probably give you more detailed and solid advise.
Remember through all the practicing HAVE FUN and DO NOT give up.
Last edited by drumsetsnide; 12-07-2012 at 02:47 PM.
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