Drum It With Brummet

  -- Quote of the Day --  Many years ago, Lillian hosted a live talk radio show that aired 3 times a week, called Conscious Discussions Talk Radio ... Judith was a guest at that time and she had this to say about her experiences with drumming:  “People are looking for fun and easy opportunities to relieve stress – and a drum circle is a perfect way to connect with people. Every single drum circle is different; it is always interesting and surprising and gratifying, and being able to drum out stress - there are so many health benefits to it. …You can reduce exhaustion job burnout and boost your immune system. …Music therapy is able to promote wellness, manage stress, alleviate pain, express feelings, enhance memory, improve communication and promote physical rehabilitation” ~ Judith Pinkerton ~~  www.BrummetMedia.ca ~~

Tips for Tabla Players * Written by: Sandip Chakravarty 1. Look for Clarity (Don't just emphasize on speed) At first, you should remember that the clarity has its essence when it comes to playing tabla. What you have to do is to create a top quality tone. Speed is vital, but it's not the most important factor. First, you should try to maintain your tempo and work on the level of clarity. 2. Keep things simple Simplicity is the secret behind an incredible composition. Veteran tabla players perform with simplicity and clarity. Hence, you don't have to boast how well you are into playing it. Your tone will speak much about your art. 3. Honor the Art Classical music has elated the lives of many people. Here it's vital to keep in mind that there is a substantial difference between a performer and an artist. Music has a more enticing quality than a performer. The reason is that every artist behind the curtain honors this art and doesn't want to flaunt it. Therefore, he tr...

Effective SoundCloud Music Promotion * Written by: Sneha Das  Music is an integral part of our life and most of us are passionate about it. If you have planned to start out as a musician, you must have spent all your time writing lyrics and composing the songs. But, if you want to spread your songs to a wide range of audiences in the world, you must know more than to create great tracks. The knowledge to efficiently market your tracks in the web world is imperative. It is also the shortest way to promote your sounds without shelling any money. SoundCloud is the number one platform for worldwide artists to gain recognition for their tunes. There are around millions of users in this audio-streaming site that offers the chance for more exposure. A decade ago, music promotion was a hassle, but now it's an easy task. In this audio-sharing site, you can easily gain as many followers and likes as you want to widespread your popularity. Many major musicians are also on SoundCloud due to it...

-- Quote of the Day --  " The way musicians feel about music, I've noticed, Is more than the rest of us who dabble at it or listen to it. It goes beyond the emotional healing of listening to music. Musicians use the words 'play together' for a reason.  Dave refers to it as getting back in the sandbox.  It is a time of meditation for some,  Relief from daily life for others... But in general musicians have their own little family groups Their gatherings rejuvenate them, it is their safe-haven.  They have this unspoken understanding  of what other musicians have been through. They each know the pain, the energy, the time,  the dedication... and the costs... including, sometimes, the sacrifice of relationships  Because some people just can't understand this bond." ~ Lillian Brummet ~~   http://BrummetMedia.ca ~~

Just a quick note to let you know: Our drum teaching studio ( Angle Hill Studio ; Creston, BC Canada) is now registered with both P.O.S.T. and C.H.I.P programs, certifying that we are following COVID protocol.  We are very conscious of protocol:  - E veryone is asked to wash their hands via the student bathroom; fresh towels are provided. - We have a box of masks handy by the entrance door. - Spacing appointments out allows us the time to clean common areas (switches, chairs, etc) between students. - We also thoroughly clean the studio regularly. - Workshops are kept to a small number to allow for spacing. - Even the drums have washable covers to ensure clean surfaces.   Family group workshops are welcome (ie 1 Adult + 2 kids @ 7 yrs is $40/hour); drums can be provided.  ~~   Visit the Brummet's @:  http://BrummetMedia.ca ~~

 Recommended Resources Today we'd like to share a couple impressive musical resources: This article explains African drums and defines many different kinds of drums to help make it easier to the new drummer looking into this continent's wide array of musical instruments and astounding, unique styles of playing. Info :  https://barkingdrum.com/the-definitive-guide-to-african/ Check out these beautiful flute and wind instruments, thunder makers and so much more. Awesome demonstrations of numerous percussive instruments and use of a loop machine.  Info :  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNttzx_z_QE ~~  www.BrummetMedia.ca ~~

How to Look After Your Instruments On The Road * Written by Rory Oza - a freelance content writer on range of subjects including finance. If you're a musician who travels with equipment, then you know the challenges you face in caring for your instrument for on the road. Having musician's insurance is an essential requirement to cover you in those situations where you need to replace or repair an instrument quickly. This is especially true for travelling musicians whose livelihood is entwined with their instrument. Whatever equipment you carry on the road, here are the most important tips to remember to ensure you protect your instrument while on the move. Chances are, if you're on the road, you've had your instrument long enough already to know how to look after it at home. You keep it cased, stow it safely, clean it regularly and look it over for any marks or damage. The road though isn't a normal environment and looking after your instrument means following some ...