Re: The road to chopsville...
Good show young lady. One suggested the use of a metronome and I would agree . . . another thing that will help you focus is to pre-plan what you are going to play. Arrange your session into sections and use dynamics to your advantage . . . not only with volume, but with varying the intensity and speed. Start with one rhythm pattern and let it flow into a different pattern and so on. When we play along with music we know, we know whats coming next so playing a drum solo that really shows off your skills in a positive way comes out much better if you know ahead of time "whats coming next" instead of "winging it and hoping it all comes out good" - And its harder to do than one would think - it is another way to expand your skills - when you have to "arrange" your own parts - you become more aware of timing, dynamics and feel...which are all part and parcel of being a highly sought after drummer.
Overall, your performance shows that you have a lot of untapped potential so keep at it - you will only get better at your craft.
PS: Singing drummers, who sing on-pitch harmonies and lead vocals will get preference over drummers who "dont" - at least with most bands.
Just a thought~~~!
Last edited by Warren Wright; 11-27-2014 at 09:12 PM.
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