Why is understanding music notation important for drummers? If you are a beginner or hobbyist drummer looking for resources to help you understand the benefits of learning to read drum notation, then look no further. 

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Understanding sticking concepts for beginner drummers. 5th July 2022.

Why is reading drum music important? 18th May 2022.

How the Drum Ambition Curriculum helps you learn music notation. 24th January 2022.

Jargon Busting! Understanding drum terminology. 24th January 2022.

Do I need to learn music notation to play the drums? 13th December 2021.

5 Ways Drum Ambition can help more experienced drummers. 7th December 2021.

Why timekeeping is the Number 1 priority for all drummers. 24th November 2021.

The benefits of learning drum notation - 5 Essential Facts. 6th October 2021.

How to get started learning the drums - 5 Tips. 27th September 2021.

The Four Keys to Drum Set Musicality. 10th May 2021.

10 Bad drumming habits and how to fix them. 14th April 2021.

5 Ways beginner drummers develop good timekeeping. 30th March 2021.

Video Blog Episode 10 - What is Sticking? 11th February 2019.

Video Blog Episode 1 - Why is reading music notation important? 8th October 2018.

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