Daily Drumset Lessons For Beginners: Play Music In 14 Days!

Learning to play the drumset can be an exciting and fulfilling journey. Whether you're a complete beginner or have some musical experience, dedicating a few minutes every day to drumming can help you develop your skills and become a capable drummer in just 14 days.

Traditional drum lessons can be time-consuming and expensive. However, with daily drumset lessons tailored for beginners, you can learn at your own pace and in the comfort of your own home. This article will guide you through the process, giving you the necessary tools and resources to kickstart your musical journey.

The Importance of Daily Practice

As with any musical instrument, practicing regularly is essential for progress and skill development. Consistency is key when it comes to learning the drums. Setting aside a specific time to practice each day will allow you to focus and make steady improvements.

How to Play Drums in 14 Days: Daily Drumset Lessons for Beginners (Play Music in 14 Days)

by Ben Hans ([Print Replica] Kindle Edition)

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By committing to daily drumset lessons, you'll start to build muscle memory, learn new patterns, and develop a solid foundation that will help you continue to improve as you progress. Even if you can only spare 15-30 minutes per day, consistency will pay off.

Choosing the Right Drumset

Before diving into your lessons, it's important to have a drumset that suits your needs. As a beginner, you can start with a basic kit that includes a snare drum, bass drum, hi-hat cymbals, and a crash ride cymbal combination. Ensure that your drumset is properly tuned and set up for optimal sound quality.

If you don't have access to a physical drumset, don't worry! There are electronic drumsets and practice pads available that can simulate the feel and sound of an acoustic drumset. These alternatives are great for practicing quietly and are highly portable.

Lesson Structure and Topics to Cover

When beginning your daily drumset lessons, it's important to follow a structured approach to maximize your learning potential. Here's a suggested 14-day outline that will gradually introduce you to the drumset:

1. Day 1: to the drumset and basic hand technique
2. Day 2: Understanding rhythm and counting beats
3. Day 3: Learning to read drum notation
4. Day 4: Exploring different drumming styles
5. Day 5: Mastering the bass drum technique
6. Day 6: Developing coordination between hands and feet
7. Day 7: to drum fills
8. Day 8: Playing with a metronome
9. Day 9: Improving speed and endurance
10. Day 10: to playing along with songs
11. Day 11: Understanding dynamic control
12. Day 12: Exploring different drumming techniques
13. Day 13: Advanced coordination exercises
14. Day 14: Putting it all together - playing a full song

Each day's lesson will cover specific exercises, techniques, and theory to help you progress steadily. It's important to practice each topic until you feel comfortable before moving on to the next day's lesson.

Additional Resources and Support

To enhance your learning experience, there are numerous resources available to supplement your daily drumset lessons. Online video tutorials, drumming books, and interactive drumming apps can provide visual demonstrations, drumming exercises, and play-along tracks to practice with.

Additionally, joining online drumming communities or local music groups can provide support and opportunities for collaboration with fellow drummers. Sharing your progress and seeking feedback from others can further motivate you and help you develop your drumming skills more effectively.

Playing the drumset is an enjoyable and rewarding experience. With daily drumset lessons designed for beginners, you can start playing music within just 14 days of consistent practice. Remember to stay committed, practice regularly, and make use of available resources to enhance your learning journey.

So, grab your drumsticks, set up your drumset, and let the rhythm guide you towards becoming a proficient drummer. The daily practice will bring you closer to achieving your musical goals and unlock the joy of creating music with the beat of your own drum!

How to Play Drums in 14 Days: Daily Drumset Lessons for Beginners (Play Music in 14 Days)

by Ben Hans ([Print Replica] Kindle Edition)

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	8595 KB
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Print length	:	66 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE

How to Play Drums in 14 Days: Daily Drumset Lessons for Beginners – with free audio downloads or streaming – is presented in an easy-to-follow format to help you learn to play drums quickly!

If you're looking for the best drumset book for beginners, look no further! Seasoned author and educator Ben Hans has written an easy-to-follow beginning drum book that's methodically designed to teach you all the essential rhythms, beats, and grooves you’ll need to start playing your favorite songs! Teach yourself to play drums with this jam-packed book with tons of fundamental drum skills and exercises.

You’ll learn:

• Time Signatures & Rhythms
• Snare Drum Rudiments
• Essential Beats
• Tom Fills
• Signature Grooves
• Bass Drum Patterns
• Limb Independence
• Hi-Hat & Cymbal Techniques

Plus!

• Stick Techniques
• Standard Drum Notation
• Jazz Ride Cymbal Patterns
• The Shuffle Feel
• Triplet Rhythms
• 12/8 Time
• And More!

Free audio demonstration tracks for this drum instruction book included!

This is the perfect first lesson for beginner drummers! Also great for teaching a beginner how to play the drums! All music examples are presented in easy-to-follow standard drum notation. So, as new drum concepts are introduced, you’ll be able to quickly apply them to your drumset.

This drum book is from the top-ranked series Play Guitar in 14 Days from Troy Nelson Music.

About Ben Hans: Ben Hans is a percussionist, author, clinician, and music instructor based in Nashville, Tennessee. As an educator, Ben has taught private music lessons to students of all ages and skill levels for over three decades, including two decades as a college instructor. Ben actively performs live in multiple music genres and with many internationally known artists, and is also a freelance author, editor, proofreader, and session performer, with dozens of published works, including Workin' Drums: 50 Solos for Drumset, 40 Intermediate Snare Drum Solos, and Rudimental Drum Solos for the Marching Snare Drummer, among others. Ben is a Yamaha Performing Artist and also endorses Aquarian Drumheads, Vic Firth Drumsticks, Mike Balter Mallets, Impression Cymbals, and Tycoon Percussion. Ben is a member of ASCAP and John S. Pratt's International Association of Traditional Drummers.

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