I don’t play any musical instruments but have always felt that I should. That it would make me a more complete person in some way. I’m not naturally musical and actually think I’m tone deaf, but why should I let a little thing like that stop me.
I’m interested in a few instruments such as the guitar, piano and violin, but the one that really interests me is the drums. I love the sound of drums and there’s just something appealing about having a legitimate reason to bash the hell out of something. What a way to get rid of any frustrations!
As a whole drum kit will take up too much room, I think I should start with something like a bodhran or bongo drums. I bought my nieces one of each for Christmas and so had a go of them then and quite liked them. A couple of nights ago I almost went back on to the same website I got their drums from to order myself some, but decided to hold off for a month or two as I’ve had a lot of other expenses recently. Then towards the end of a school meeting today the Head of Music mentioned that her department had lots of bodhrans that never get used and she’s looking to get rid of them. Straight away I asked if I could have one, as did a few other people. So I think I’ll be getting a free bodhran when she gets round to sorting them out. I asked if she also has any bongos going spare but she didn’t think so. We all have to get rid of so much stuff before we move into the new building next January that I think there will quite a few more instruments up for grabs as well. Hmm, wonder what else I could learn?
I’ve had a look on the internet for a ‘teach yourself drumming from scratch’ guide, but they all seem to be more for regular drums. I’ll keep looking, but also may have to look for lessons in the future. I don’t want to be a brilliant drummer (I know there’s no chance of that), but as long as I understand the basics and can bash out a bit of rhythm I’ll be happy.
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This seems like the perfect timing! I plan to learn basic drumming as well since we cannot afford a basic drum set I felt curious about what a custom bodhran drum is. If ever you find one who teaches basic beat patterns on bodhrans, I would appreciate it if you help me out as well.
Hey Anne!!!
A very nice article. I would like to shear my drum learning experience. When I was 9 years old I love to play with drum after the interest my parent supported me to join a drum learning class. I joined a class and practise a lot and now I can play the drum very smoothly and recently I performed on my university stage perform. So as well as you are not a child learner but If you try your best you will be achieve the drumming in a short time. Thanks.
I have the drums, now I just need the time to learn 🙂
I can totally relate to the part where you mentioned that you’ve always wanted to learn how to play an instrument. In my case, I’m not sure if playing drums would be better than the guitar. I guess I have to take lessons in order to understand what it’s like to play this instrument.