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A member of the percussion family of instruments, drums come in many forms, from conga drums to timpani. Questions about drums, drum players, and drum music belong here.

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What is the instrument called for playing drums and it goes ticktick?

It's called a "metrenome", there are also stop watches now and metrenomes that

clip to your belt and vibrate so you can feel it instead of hurt your ears with the annoying CLICK!. :) It's a cool idea for deaf drummers.

How do you increase arm speed in a pitcher?

I would suggest working out. But one thing most kids misunderstand is they think to throw hard, you have to throw your arm out every time. Instead of that, use more of your lower body to throw. I would also suggest two things:

1. Play long toss-

When you have time, go find a glove and a mitt and something to throw against. Then back up a long ways and just play long toss.

2. Arm Workouts-

When you have time, get an inch thick rubber band and hook it up to a fence. Then hold it in your arm and pull back.( Or if you have a bo-flex, use that too Do this 50 times and soon, you'll be throwin' like the pro's!!!

How do you know if your rear drums need replacing?

Brake drums should not be turned beyond a maximum diameter, usually stamped on the drum face. Machining them above the maximum tolerance would subject them to overheating and possible brake failure. Better to replace them with new drums & shoes.

Are there any girls on the blue devils drum line?

In 2009 the first bass drummer was a girl.

Not sure about 2010.

Who was the first drummer ever?

The oldest drummer is 86 year old Mang Youihtsi. Born in Tokyo Japan this drummer has been drumming since he was 14. He started out playing with his hands and feet only, no sticks or set due to the lack of money, his parents were very poor, but when he was old enough to get his own set he did and hes been drumming ever since.WRONG!

As of July 26, 2010, the oldest drummer alive is 93 year old Donald C. Kidwell, who currently resides in San Diego, California. He has been playing drums for over 70 years, and was born in Columbus, Ohio in 1917.

His drum kit consists of vintage Gretch, Ludwig, Zildjian, and other makes, mostly from the 1940's.

He has played in countless Big Band, Swing, Jazz, and other bands from Ohio to California. He also has a son Pete (53) who also plays drums, currently in 4 bands- 3 Classic Rock, and one Country/Oldies band.

Where can you find a drum tab for the ding dong song - Gunther?

You cant find many drum tabs on.the internet, if you were a true drummer you can play a song just by listening to it :)

Until what time can you play drums in your home?

It kinda varies from who lives next to you or even near you.

There is a 3 year old that lives with her parents next to me so my limit is 7:30

And it will probably be up to your (parents or whoever you live with)

What is a Kotz cajon?

The Kotz cajon is a cajon (wooden box that serves as a drum) made by Kotzen http://www.tonecajon.com/

They are said to be of excellent quality.

y.s.

Bernhard

http://www.sattler-coaching.de

Is 18 too late to learn the drums and make it professionally?

No, absolutely not if you know you're going to be persistent and practice.

What was the bundles of sticks carried on the shoulders of Lictors called?

'Fasces'. And since Mussolini and his followers wished to revive the glory of the Roman Empire, that's where they got their name "Fascists" from.

How hard is it to get into a drum corp?

That depends on a number of different things. The corps you audition for, the type of corps you audition for, the section you are auditioning in, your experience on your instrument or in music in general, and how serious you are about the activity. These are just a few of many things that will determine whether you make it or not.

First of all, the corps you are auditioning for and the type of corps. For the most part, the corps that are not consistently in Finals are usually much less competitive in auditions. They often do not get enough auditionees at their first camps to fill the corps, so if you have what they are looking for, you have a really good chance at making it.

Once you get into the consistent top 12 placing corps, it gets quite a bit harder to make it into the corps. These corps are the ones that are shown in theaters every year for Quarterfinals, and their names are known throughout the activity. These are usually the Cadets, Blue Devils, Cavaliers, Phantom Regiment, Santa Clara Vanguard, Bluecoats, Carolina Crown, Madison Scouts, Blue Knights, and Boston Crusaders, with the 11th and 12th place corps bouncing around. Among these 10 corps, there are usually two groups. Top 5 and bottom 5.

The bottom 5 changes from year to year, but when you audition for one of these corps, you can expect a quite competitive atmosphere. Everyone there really wants to be there, and they are all skilled musicians. If you audition here, be sure to know your audition material very well(a good piece of advice regardless of the corps you are going to), and make sure you are willing to learn. You're going to make mistakes, and the staffs know that, so be ready to take any and all advice and make corrections.

The top 5 corps quite often consist of the Cavaliers, Cadets, Blue Devils, Phantom Regiment and Carolina Crown. These 5 are the elite corps, and they are usually the most difficult to make. Cavaliers is an all male corps known for their precision and power. You'll need to be in great physical condition if you are hoping to make it there. The Cadets are a very militaristic corps that are at the soul of drum corps. They have a huge fanbase in and around Allentown, PA, and you can always expect a big production from them. The Blue Devils have a reputation for being a very jazzy corps, but you never know what kind of show to expect from them. Their hornline is very powerful, and it also takes a lot of physical prowess to be part of this corps. Phantom Regiment has always been known for their epic productions and beautiful music. This is probably the easiest corps to audition for out of the top 5, but it is still quite competitive. Carolina Crown is known for having one of the best hornlines in the activity. They always play with great precision, and their shows are often very different. All 5 of these corps are difficult to make, but if you have the dedication and the willingness to learn, you can make any one of them.

Next, you have to look at the section you're auditioning into. Hornline, drums or guard. Each corps has a different staff and a different set of kids, so the quality of each section can change from year to year. But look at the scores from each year for the section you will be auditioning for. The higher the corps places in your section, the more difficult it will likely be to make that corps.

Similarly, you have to take into consideration your experience on your instrument or in guard. You know how good you are. Audition for a corps that will challenge you, but won't be impossible. If you just started playing trumpet two years ago and you want to audition for Blue Devils, that's just crazy unless you have been practicing 20+ hours a week since you started.

Now, if I've scared you with all of this information on how hard it can be to make a corps, then good. It's not easy, and that's the first thing you have to get through your head. The most important part of auditioning for a drum corps is your dedication. Take the time to practice and get better at what you do and get in shape. Keep your mind open. Don't limit yourself to just one corps. That's what I did. I joined the Blue Knights just because they were conveniently close when I really wanted to march at Phantom Regiment. I ended up not enjoying my time at BK and dropped out, and now I'll never go back. Don't make that mistake.

If you really want to audition for one of the top 5 corps, then go for it. Just understand that you need to take the time to prepare yourself. And most importantly, once you make your corps, have fun.

What sizes are the drum heads on a Pearl export series?

They vary depending on the drum kit, but the standard sizes are 12", 13", 14", 16", and 22" for the rack toms, snare, floor tom, and bass drum.

Which part of tabla vibrates to produce sounds?

The membrane of tabla vibrates to produce a sound.

What drums does Chip Davis use?

Roland V Drums. they are electronic drums.