Did you know drumming burns more calories in half-hour sessions than cycling, weight lifting, and hiking?
A drum set – also called a drum kit or simply drums – is a collection of drums, cymbals, and other percussion instruments set up on stands to be played by a single player.
The drums are a crucial instrument to rock music, as it is one of the main things that bring about a sense of excitement and movement. Drums can be played using various techniques, from the everyday use of foot pedals to hands or sticks.
If a band primarily uses guitars, bass, drums, and vocals, they often play rock music.
The drum is an instrument that has had a significant impact on world culture and society. The rhythm of the drum is what gets the people going. It's tied with cultural identity and is vital in many ceremonies and rites of passage. The drum is a world instrument that brings people together.
People are influenced by the beat of the drum and the beat of their hearts. The drum is one of the oldest instruments in the world and brings a unique tribal feel and sound to whatever culture it's found in.
Drum solos are incredible, aren't they?
Some famous ones are:
- Tom Sawyer – Rush (Neil Peart)
- Moby Dick – Led Zeppelin (John Bonham)
- In The Air Tonight – Phil Collins (Phil Collins)
- Ram Jam – Black Betty (Peter Charles)
- Hot For Teacher – Van Halen (Alex Van Halen)
- YYZ – Rush (Neil Peart)
- Aja – Steely Dan (Steve Gadd)
I once had a (cheap) electronic drum kit. It was great fun to practice on it. But eventually, I wore the kit out and haven't bought a new one. Besides, I think my neighbor would object ;-)
Do you play drums?
Would you care to bang the drums for me when my first single is released?