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Ep. 34 Achieving goals requires vision, discipline, dedication, and time.
In this episode, I talk about my experience with practicing an exercise every day for 6 weeks before getting it right. Success comes from absolute focus and dedication. The only short-cut is starting today instead of...
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Ep. 33 A simple exercise that 90% of Drummers I show can't do...
This exercise is very simple to look at, talk about, and even imagine, but when you actually sit down and try it, it can trip up even the most experienced players. This exercise is filed under a category I like to...
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Ep. 32 Getting paid for gigs, on not...
I had a conversation today with a musician who is new in town. We discussed getting paid for a recording session and the smartest way to "play the game" while building new relationships and a new network in a new...
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Ep. 31 Creating a new reality by paying attention to your thoughts.
In this episode, I talk a little about my upcoming course called The DrumMantra 3030 and the development of the material. I also discuss the concepts of creating a new reality by paying attention to your thoughts.
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Ep. 30 Tips to improve a Young Rhythm Section (from Whole Foods)
I walk around Whole Foods shopping and talking about how to quickly improve a jazz combo’s feel, groove, pocket, etc.
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Ep. 29 Bucket drums, kids, tires, DrumMantra meeting
just a quick hello between the day’s events. Have a great day!
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Ep. 28 Overcoming Self-Doubt with Authenticity and Discipline
In this episode, I talk about self-doubt, being authentic, having a real practice regimen, building confidence, and getting over other mental obstacles.
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Ep 27 Concepts for Improving Reading
In this episode, I attempt to discuss techniques for developing a stronger skill for reading rhythms. (It's a little trick to talk about something visual without having anything to look at...) Please feel free to...
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Ep. 26 Denver Percussion Clinic Talk
I had an amazing time at Denver Percussion doing a clinic back in January. I found a clip of some of the speaking portion that I thought was fun and wanted to share it. Big Thanks to Low Boy Beaters for helping out so...
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Ep. 25 Oh yeah! I have a podcast! Welcome back :-)
I jump back in after a few months off (which flew by so fast!). I wanted to give a quick overview of some of the things I’ve been up to and give a shout out to some folks who have reached out to me recently...
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Ep. 24 THE PRIMARY SERIES BOOK
The second book in the DrumMantra repertoire picks up where book one, The Foundational Series, ends. We will venture into the first section of The Primary Series in this episode including listening to two entire...
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Ep. 23 CARTER MCLEAN. An In-Depth Conversation
Carter McLean is probably best known for his meticulous photos and super groovy videos that he posts on Instagram, Facebook, and youtube. The buzz around his social media is huge and with great reason. He is slamming!...
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