stickcharmer
Junior Member
I want to preface that I know it is very subjective, but here is my dilemma: I have been taking drum lessons for about 8 months (playing for 13 or 14 months). During this time, I have been learning the rudiments, coordination, grooves etc. and I'm starting to feel overwhelmed by all the info. I dont know whats most important to be working on anymore, which has led me to frustration. My instructor tells me to focus on the rudiments that involve more dynamics (flams, paradiddles) as opposed to single or double strokes because they open up the kit more. So here is the question: between all of the things I receive in my lessons, books, and DVD's how do I manage the time to practice all of this and what is more important to my progression? I threw in a quick rundown of my practice schedule for critique, and thanks for any help!
Every Day -
Rudiments (singles (hands/feet), doubles (hands/feet), flams, paradiddles (hands/feet), rolls around the kit) this usually takes about 20 minutes. Metronome work: I usually take a few simple grooves with fills or a small compilation to work on this. This takes about 20 minutes. Then I work on the last two or three lessons my instructor has given me. this is usually 30 minutes.
So when all is said and done, if you throw in a few 5 minute breaks, I'm putting in an hour and a half of work for 13-15 various things each day. This cant be that effective can it?
Every Day -
Rudiments (singles (hands/feet), doubles (hands/feet), flams, paradiddles (hands/feet), rolls around the kit) this usually takes about 20 minutes. Metronome work: I usually take a few simple grooves with fills or a small compilation to work on this. This takes about 20 minutes. Then I work on the last two or three lessons my instructor has given me. this is usually 30 minutes.
So when all is said and done, if you throw in a few 5 minute breaks, I'm putting in an hour and a half of work for 13-15 various things each day. This cant be that effective can it?