Playing drums is fun even when practicing at home. But ultimately most drummers want to play in front of other people, with other musicians. But getting gigs can be difficult with many different options to navigate. This article looks at what types of gigs are available for drummers, some strategies for getting them, and for keeping them, and how much you can expect to get paid.

Keeping your kit sparkling can help to inspire you to play as well as keeping your equipment healthy and sounding great. In this article we explore how to clean and polish your cymbals and discuss what cymbal patina is, and whether you should remove it.

In this article we look at how to learn to play drums yourself from home for beginners. We look at the resources that will help, the equipment you will need, the first things you need to learn (including a step by step guide) and answer some common questions.

How to hold drum sticks is a key question for new and even experienced drummers. In particular drummers may often be wondering whether traditional grip or matched grip is best for them to hold the sticks. In this guide we give a brief comparison of the techniques to help you decide.

All drummers have been there: you know you need to practice, you set out with the right intentions, but it just doesn’t happen as you hoped. Behavioural science can help lead you towards your potential as a drummer.

Paying for drum lessons can be a great way of ensuring your technique is up to scratch, that you know the right things to focus on, take inspiration and hear nuggets of wisdom from experts who have been there. But it’s important to make the most out of the opportunity (and make sure you don’t waste your money). Here are some tips to help you make your lessons productive.