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Many people view drummers as reckless maniacs who haphazardly wail away on their kits. While it may appear this way to the untrained eye, there is, in fact, a method to the madness. The drummer actually keeps the rhythm for the whole band and sets the tempo for the song.
The importance of the drummer is most evident in the great bands where the drummer is at the forefront, such as Neil Peart in Rush, John Bonham in Led Zeppelin, and Dave Grohl in Nirvana. Watching these drummers live is nearly the equivalent of taking drum lessons. They take the drum kit from a mere background instrument and transform it into a powerhouse that demands attention from the crowd.
Our illustrious twelve year old son has informed us that his big dream is to become a rock star and play the drums in a band that he is sure will make it into the big time. OK! What is a parent to do? Do we honor his passion or do we make him aware of the realities of life consisting of just how difficult it can be to actually “make it” into the big time? My husband feels and I agree that we do a little bit of both. So this Christmas our lucky son will be getting a kids drum set from Santa!
My husband and I have been looking at some good deals online and we both agree that is we are going to do things right, we also need to find good drum lessons for children. This will include finding a good instructor and purchasing some learn to play the drums instructional books and DVD’s. My only request is that he finishes all his homework before beginning his jam sessions and journey toward “Rock God” stardom!