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Gretsch Drums Introduces the Brooklyn Standard Snare Drum
Gretsch Drums recently launched the Brooklyn Standard snare drum in collaboration with acclaimed educator Mike Johnston. When Johnston contacted Gretsch about developing a new snare drum concept, he was very specific about what he wanted it to accomplish. It needed to be versatile, to possess a wide dynamic range, and excel in all playing situations […]
Money Beats with Rich Redmond
Even if you’ve never heard of the term, you know what it is. “Money beats” are the basic drumbeats that keep us grooving in pop, rock, country, dance hit after hit after hit. Rich Redmond is a guy who knows thing or to about hits, because he’s been the drummer on 26 #1 hits. He knows the thing or two abut money beats, too. After all, he’s been the drummer on 26 #1 hits…..
Yamaha’s New Drum Equipment and Tools for 2020
Yamaha showcased more than 75 new products at the 2020 NAMM Show, held January 16-19 in Anaheim, California. The company offered a display of technology and innovation in more than 34,000 square feet of exhibition space, and also put a bright spotlight on its brand promise “Make Waves,” the company’s global pledge to inspire people […]
Improve Your Groove with David Stanoch
If you play with David Stanoch you have to groove with David Stanoch. He’s drummed professionally since age 12. A student of masters Elliot Fine, Alan Dawson, Max Roach, Jeff Hamilton, Chad Wackerman and others, he has built an eclectic musical reputation performing with artists from the worlds of jazz, rock, R&B, Broadway, motion picture […]
Playing Well with Dr. Kertz: Drum Health
Dr. Kertz’s monthly column, Playing it Well with Dr. Kertz will address how musicians can avoid injury, how they can identify things they may do to cause injury, and offer general health information and tips for musicians of every instrument.
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Steinberg Offers Free Software for Making Music at Home
To encourage music makers to stay creative during these unprecedented times, Steinberg has designed the #StayHome Elements Collection so music makers can create in the comfort of their own home. From now until May 15, the collection is completely free to use for 60 days. Download link: https://bit.ly/2yhusk2 The #StayHome Elements Collection is a special package […]
Student Organization Launches ‘Worldwide Day of Gratitude’ to Honor COVID-19 Heroes
First responders and healthcare workers on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic will be honored on April 30 as part of “Worldwide Day of Gratitude,” a global coming together through the arts organized by the student-run organization, YOUnison. For Worldwide Day of Gratitude, teachers and students of all ages, as well as the general […]
Get Your Sticks Together – PMC Offering Free Drum Lessons!
Each month a randomly selected winner will receive 12 FREE drum lessons at their chosen local drum shop or music store – paid for by the PMC….
New Music Podcast Offers Revealing Interviews with Music Industry Executives, Artists, Producers
Series Gives Industry Insights, Guidance, Behind-the-Scenes Stories The Music Makers, the new music interview podcast series, premiered March 27, featuring revealing interviews on the inner workings of the music industry with some of the most influential professionals in the world. The Music Makers goes deep into the psyches of artists, producers, songwriters, recording engineers, managers, […]