Ludwig Slingerland

Drummers And Their Music That Changed The World!

Gene Krupa. Buddy Rich. Louis Bellson.

What do these three men have in common?

Showing him three different pictures of these men I asked my sixteen year-old nephew that question, he looked at me rather pitifully and said, "Umm......I think they all play the drums!" 

He was 100% correct of course and being so young he was not expected to know any more than that. But what about you - what do you say they have in common?

Would you agree that they:

• are three of the world's master drummers?
• have influenced more people to learn the drums than any others in their generation?
• were dominant driving influences behind drum kit sales in the past 60 years?
• been the pioneers in their genre of music and made it as popular as what it is today?
• the reason that Ludwig, Slingerland and Gretsch, became three of the most popular selling drum brands of all time?

Or how about these three men?

Joe Morello. Ringo. Charlie Watts. 

The list could go on couldn't it?

But here's another thing they all have in common:

• There was a time when none of them knew how to play the drums.
• But they thought they would have a go and learn them.
• Because they had a go they developed a passion for playing the drums.
• They learned to master the drums.
• Their personal dreams became realities.
• They have brought countless hours of listening enjoyment to others.

So have a look at those 6 dot-points above, again.

You can do that. The only difference between these people and yourself is, they got started. Once they got started they kept going - they did not give up.

People say, "you need talent." No, you need belief in yourself and desire. There are plenty of talented drummers in the world, but they have not progressed very far and they never will. Why not? Well, it has nothing to do with their ability, but rather, it has all to do with their believability and desirability. In other words, their biggest stumbling-block is in their thinking, rather than their doing.

It is said that there are no limitations to the mind except those we acknowledge. It's true. That is the major difference between those who succeed and those who don't - in the drumming world just as it is everywhere else.

If you have been putting off taking that first step in learning to play and master the drums for any reason, the chances are it has more to do with your thinking also, rather than your ability.

By the way, you don't need a Ludwig or Slingerland or Gretsch drum kit. A good practice pad and a pair of drumsticks will get you going. As you progress, the people at your local music shop will be more than willing to advise you on which drum set is suitable for you and your budget.

Like to discover more? Check out my link in the bio directly below and then in the 'Navigation' click on Preview Drums System follow your dreams.

About the Author

Roger W was a professional musician for twenty-eight years. He realized his dream at a young age and now he is committed to actively and positively helping other people realize their musical dreams. His website can be found at: http://www.creativeartisticdiscovery.com

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