Practical insights on learning drums, written for parents of young drummers and students looking to improve. I share what I've learned from teaching hundreds of lessons in Bristol—no perfectionism, no unrealistic promises, just honest advice that actually helps you (or your child) make real progress.
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by Harry Bone
The Obvious Answer: Why Your Practice Problem Is Simpler Than You Think
Stuck on a tricky pattern? The answer is usually obvious—if you're willing to look. Learn why most drumming problems have simple solutions hiding in plain sight, and how identifying what's blocking you is the key to endless creativity and progress.
by Harry Bone
The Fulcrum Myth: What Most Drummers Get Wrong About Stick Control
Most drummers misunderstand the fulcrum—thinking it's fixed at one point on the stick. But the fulcrum moves depending on which part of your arm initiates movement. Learn how the seesaw analogy actually works and why this changes everything about stick control.
by Harry Bone
Why Your Exam Score Doesn't Matter (And What Actually Does)
Got 78 on your drum exam? Or 92? It doesn't matter. No band, music school, or professional gig will ever ask your exam score. Learn why grades are arbitrary numbers and what actually determines success as a drummer.
