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John Owens
4 days ago5 min read
Set Up Your Drums Like A Pro!
Are you having trouble setting up your drums? Does it seem like something is off when you play the drum set? Do you want to play more...
John Owens
Dec 3, 20247 min read
Good, Bad, & Ugly of Electronic Drums
What makes electronic drums so great? What makes them suck? This article will explore the good, bad, and ugly of electronic drums based...
John Owens
Nov 1, 20242 min read
Want Powerful Double Stroke Rolls? Take the 10 Minute/30 Day Drum Roll Challenge!
If you want to get better at playing open drum rolls, take my 10 minute-a-day drum roll challenge for 30 days (this is free, just do it)....
John Owens
Jul 3, 20243 min read
Playing Funk on Drums!
Every drummer I have ever known loves to play funk! For many drummers, funk grooves are the first beats that they learn. These funky...
John Owens
May 8, 20244 min read
Get Inspired: 5 Motivating Drum Quotes
Here are five of my favorite epic drum quotes, which I believe can inspire drummers of all skill levels to get better. Of course, these...
John Owens
Apr 10, 20244 min read
Quick Guide to Buying Used Drums
I have tons of students ask me about buying used drums, which includes beginners to advanced players. Why? Well, drums are expensive and...
John Owens
Mar 6, 20242 min read
Boost Your Drum Grooves & Fills with Rudiments
Do you get tired of playing the same old drum grooves? Do your drum fills all sound the same? Do you wish there was a way to make your...
John Owens
Jan 8, 20244 min read
Maximize Your Drumming With These 5 Goals
To become a great drummer requires specific goals that will maximize your playing. Most importantly, these goals need to target specific...
John Owens
Dec 20, 20233 min read
Getting New Drums for Christmas: Now What?
There is nothing more exciting to get under the Christmas tree than a new drum set! Getting new drums is exhilarating and after getting...
John Owens
Oct 10, 20233 min read
How To Practice Drum Set: Ultimate Guide To Get Better Everyday!
Staying focused when practicing the drums it not easy, but it is essential if you want to get better. Like working out, a great drumming...
John Owens
Aug 7, 20232 min read
That Shuffle Feeling: How to Perfect the Shuffle Groove on Drum Set
One of the challenges many drummers face is getting the right feel when playing a shuffle. One of the reasons this can be difficult is...
John Owens
Feb 17, 20232 min read
Are Drums Easy to Learn?
So, are the drums easy to learn? Well, the short answer to this question is both yes and no. Initially, drums are easy to learn; however,...
John Owens
Feb 9, 20232 min read
3 Chop Busting Rudiments That Every Drummer Needs
I’ll never forget the first time I played paradiddles (as sixteenth notes) with the quarter note at 250 bpm (beats per minute). Honestly,...
John Owens
Dec 25, 20224 min read
Is the Little Drummer Boy a Drumming Anthem?
As a drummer, the tune Little Drummer Boy has special meaning to me. When I was a young drummer, I immediately connected with the rhythm...
John Owens
Feb 17, 20223 min read
Power of Street Drumming: Endurance, Finesse, & Energy
Based on my experience as an urban percussionist, I want to share a little about how the lessons of street drumming can strengthen and...
John Owens
Jun 3, 20203 min read
5 Kid Friendly Songs that Teach About Social Justice
Music is an excellent way to look at and discuss social justice in our society with your kids. In fact, during just about every movement...
John Owens
May 28, 20202 min read
Fun Music Stuff: Get Your Kids Dancing with Mr. Elephant!
Want some fresh dance and learning tunes for your little ones? Then you’ll love rockin' out with Mr. Elephant’s Songs for the Young,...
John Owens
May 22, 20203 min read
The Impact of No Live Music, Thinking About My Kids
As a result of social distancing, live music events around the globe have been cancelled. My initial thoughts went out to the musicians –...
John Owens
Apr 1, 20203 min read
MUSICIAN DISTANCING: Kennedy Center fires Musicians after Receiving $25 Million in Stimulus Funds
After being awarded $25 Million in relief funds, The Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. will stop paying members of the National Symphony...
John Owens
Mar 26, 20202 min read
Get Physically Stronger by Listening to Up-Tempo Music
Do you ever feel like you can run longer, play a sport for hours, or exercise more when listening to music? Or, perhaps you and your kids...
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