The last note has faded away and the audition is over. Now, you now face two potential outcomes: if you’re lucky enough to get the job, you’ll have to work hard...
What’s the quickest way to get better? 10 tips for more successful practice
I began practising properly during my degree. Of course, I’d also spent many hours at my drums as a younger player, but my practice wasn’t as effective...
How can I find live gigging opportunities as a professional drummer?
Whenever I asked this question of colleagues with more experience, I always got the same answer: “Word-of-mouth recommendations.” Right from...
Earning money as a drummer: 5 tips for earning a living through music
If your ambition is to become a drummer, you’ll almost certainly have spent time thinking about how, exactly, you’re going to earn a living through music...
Determining your daily rates as a drummer and professional musician
In this post, I want to address the topic of how we make money. It’s a topic that doesn’t just affect drummers, but creative professionals in all fields...
5 myths about becoming a musician – and why you shouldn’t believe them
I was just nine when I made my plan to become a drummer. I practised a lot, watched endless tutorial videos and drew inspiration from interviews with...
Questions to ask yourself as an aspiring musician
Even as a child, I was certain that I would become a professional drummer. I hadn’t given any consideration to the various benefits and pitfalls of...