Recently, I was asked - for the first time in a long time - why I decided to become a musician. I didn’t have an immediate answer. Was it because I “loved” making...
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Sideman and studio drummer: How to survive as a freelance musician
All the musicians I know began their careers in cover bands. During my studies, I, too, spent a lot of time in wedding and event ensembles. I also invested...
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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...
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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...
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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...