Bart Robley
Drummer, Drum Teacher, and Author
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Co-authored Articles (13)
How to
Make a Homemade Drum
Have you ever wanted to own and play a drum, but felt the instruments were too expensive to buy? Or maybe you’re looking to expand your little one’s collection of percussion instruments on a budget. Whatever the reas...
How to
Play Drums
Drummers are in high demand. One of the most popular instruments in the world, the basic drum techniques and skills can be learned in an afternoon, but can take months or years of practice and dedication to master. With ...
How to
Set Up a Stage Sound System
Whether you are a live musician looking to take your performances to the next level, or a music enthusiast with an addiction to the latest in audio technology, setting up a stage sound system (or a PA system) can be a vi...
How to Set Up a Drum Set: Arranging the Drums, Adding Cymbals & More
An expert step-by-step drum setup guide The drum set is one of the coolest parts of any band, but there sure are a lot of pieces to put together before you can start jamming! When it comes to drum kits, the perfect setup...
How to
Do a Drum Roll
Drum rolls are techniques used by musicians to create a sustained sound effect. Drum rolls are generally used to build anticipation of an upcoming event, such as a surprise reveal. While there are many different types of...
How to
Amplify Electric Drums
Electric drums are popularly used for quiet drum practice. However, modern advancements in electric drumming technology have made electric drums an excellent choice for performing as well. Your bassist and guitarist are ...
How to
Make a Drum Kit
Playing the drums is a great hobby, but drum sets are so expensive! Luckily, there are lots of ways that you can put together your own at home. Nowadays, you can make a digital drum kit with just your computer and some f...
How to
Play a Kick Drum
The kick drum (also called the bass drum) isn’t the “showy” part of a drum kit, but it’s essential in creating the right sound for jazz, rock, and many other musical styles. You play the kick drum by pressing dow...
How to
Read Drum Tabs
A Drum Tablature, or Tab, is a method of denoting the required components for a drummer to play a song. Like regular music, it contains instructions to the musician which will allow them to mimic the drumming for a parti...
How to
Hold a Drumstick Traditional
Most people hold drumsticks match grip, but playing a marching snare drum is better done holding traditional since the snare drum is tilted.. 13 September 2023.
How to
Make Your Own Drum Practice Pad
There’s no need to buy an expensive drum kit if you want to learn to play the drums. A beginner can learn from a basic drum practice pad.. 13 September 2023. Drum pads are quiet, and help you focus on technique instead...
How to
Bucket Drum
Playing bucket drums is a fun way to practice percussion. You can achieve a unique sound by striking different parts of the bucket. Many people make extra money by playing their bucket drums on the street, in subway stat...
How to
Fix a Crack in a Cymbal
Due to the way cymbals are made and the alloy material that they’re made out of, you cannot patch or repair a crack in a cymbal. However, you can cut the damaged area out to keep the crack from spreading and moderately...
