How To Truly Listen, with Evelyn Glennie
We interview Evelyn Glennie, an internationally-acclaimed solo percussionist who lost most of her hearing at a young age, on the art of “musical listening”.
Percussion
Whether you play a rock drum kit, simple hand drums, or a full orchestral percussion section, percussion players must train their ears in various ways if they want to sound great and be precise with their playing.
Free articles about Percussion
Clave: The Secret Key to Pop Rhythm
Did you know that the rhythmic backbone of pop music is borrowed from Afro-Cuban music? Discover the connection between African drumming and pop radio!
Polyrhythm for Beginners
Open your ears to the beautiful complexity of polyrhythms, and learn how you can internalize these rhythms and put them to use in your own songwriting.
About Grid Notation
Grid notation is an easy, visual way to understand drum beats and create your own rhythms. Learn the basics of this notation with Groove Pizza!
Get Rhythm: All About Syncopation
Learn to play off, between, and around the beat! Our all-in-one syncopation guide will have you creating masterpieces with intricate rhythms in no time.
Before and After: Covering Tame Impala
Cover master Pieter Schrevens uses looping to turn himself into a one-man band, creating a rich, dreamlike cover of Tame Impala’s “Let It Happen”.
Open Your Ears to Traditional Latin Music
From samba to salsa, Latin music is unbelievably energetic and diverse. Learn about the rhythm and instrumentals that give this music its distinct groove!
An Introduction to Percussion Instruments
Don’t let their simplicity fool you: percussion instruments are actually a widely unique family of instruments. Learn more about their features and sounds.
Drummer John Clardy Does the Math: Practice + Patience + Time
Is drummer John Clardy a mathematical genius? His lifestyle of learning and teaching show that with practice, patience, and time anything is possible.
How to Transcribe like a Music Pro: Drums
Most beginning transcribers go for melody first, but starting with drums offers many advantages. Learn why and how to transcribe the drum parts like a pro.
Feel the Beat: What’s the Real Difference Between Human Drummers and Machines?
These days, music producers may opt to use drum machines instead of actual drummers. As it turns out, listeners prefer the imperfections of a live drummer.
Open Your Ears to Cool and Interesting Percussion
Percussion can make or break a track, making something dull and lifeless into an exciting number you can’t help but dance to. Here are five great examples.
