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i was a pro drummer back in my twenty's but eventually gave it up. i have not played in more than 35 years but i think once i retire i will get a set .
i was a pro drummer back in my twenty's but eventually gave it up. i have not played in more than 35 years but i think once i retire i will get a set .
i was a pro drummer back in my twenty's but eventually gave it up. i have not played in more than 35 years but i think once i retire i will get a set .
The cool thing here is that everyone needs drummers and bass players (or piano players in the case of big bands).
The cool thing here is that everyone needs drummers and bass players (or piano players in the case of big bands).
I know that's right! ... But, not everyone can keep the beat, tempo, and rhythm required. I've heard 'way-too-many wannabe-drummers who could use a bit more "woodshed" time.
As a teenager, I also took "dance-band" playing lessons, which really helped me develop a sense of time - and to some extent - taste in my playing. YMMV
After-awhile, I became the namesake on those T-shirts: "World's OKAYEST Drummer" ...
Age-related physical limitations aside, I'd love to be playin' again ... just not 3 shows in 3 days with 2 days' travel in-between.
Taking up the bass is the easiest, most surefire way to end up on a stage with a band.
You know, you actually convinced me now... I started as a drummer in my teens & played "folkie" guitar after that in my 20s-30s so I already have the rhythm thing down & know a guitar neck ok.
Now I just have to convince myself it isn't the dullest instrument to play!
You know, you actually convinced me now... I started as a drummer in my teens & played "folkie" guitar after that in my 20s-30s so I already have the rhythm thing down & know a guitar neck ok.
Now I just have to convince myself it isn't the dullest instrument to play!
It may not appear as challenging as a guitar, but if you listen to a good jazz bassist, or even a good rock bassist, its clear that the instrument has many possibilities. A lot depends on whether you can hear the low register notes clearly.
Plus, bass is the best when it comes to posing/jumping around on stage!
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... But, not everyone can keep the beat, tempo, and rhythm required. I've heard 'way-too-many wannabe-drummers who could use a bit more "woodshed" time.
YMMV 
